Emirates Development Bank

Economic Impact

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Welcome to 'Economic Impact', Conversations from Emirates Development Bank (EDB), the key financial engine for economic development and industrial advancement of the UAE.In each episode, Ahmed Al Naqbi, CEO of EDB speaks to thought leaders and change-makers delivering a real impact on the UAE economy.

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How One Clinic Became a Healthcare Empire | Alisha Moopen | S4E5 19.03.2026 37:49

How does a single clinic grow into a healthcare network serving millions? In Episode 5 of the Economic Impact Podcast, Alicia Moopin, Managing Director & Group CEO of Aster Healthcare, shares the story behind one of the region’s fastest-growing healthcare groups. In conversation with Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, Alicia reflects on leadership, growth, and the future of...

Employee Happiness Secrets Revealed | Jules Youssef | S4E4 12.02.2026 31:45

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The Visionary Behind the Middle East’s First Supercar | Ralph Debbas | S4E2 04.12.2025 27:33

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This Emirati Entrepreneur Built the UAE’s First Electric Motorbike | Rashid Al Salmi | S4E1 14.11.2025 25:38

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From a Kitchen Experiment to a UAE Startup Success Story | Aurelia Lapienienė | S3E13 | MIITE 2025 20.10.2025 14:34

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Inside Visa’s Billion-Dollar Plan to Power Businesses | Jonathan Kolozsvary | S3E12 | MIITE 2025 13.10.2025 13:58

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How This Emirati Entrepreneur Is Redefining Organic Food | Bodour Al Tamimi | E11S3 MIITE 2025 06.10.2025 30:23

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From Waste to World Leader: How BEEAH is Shaping the Future of Sustainability | S3E10 | MIITE 2025 22.09.2025 18:43

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From a Small Idea to Flying Globally | Khamis AlKaabi – S3E9 | MIITE 2025 22.09.2025 15:32

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How RAKEZ is Attracting the World’s Top Tech & Manufacturing Giants | Ramy Jallad– S3E8 | MIITE 2025 15.09.2025 14:00

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From Lab-Grown Diamonds in the UAE to Global Hub: Fujairah Free Zone’s Rise | S3E7 MIITE 2025 09.09.2025 15:54

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From Empty Land to 350+ Factories: The Rise of DIC | Saud Abu AlShawareb - S3E6 | MIITE 2025 31.08.2025 15:15

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From Abu Dhabi to Walmart Shelves: UAE Tissue Goes Global | Michael Shamma - S3E5 | MIITE 2025 26.08.2025 12:46

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Plug. Play. Power: Decarbonization Made Simple | Ali Alshimmari- Economic Impact S3E4 | MIITE 2025 17.08.2025 14:50

Season 3, Episode 4 of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, filmed live at Make it in the Emirates 2025. Special guest: Ali Alshimmari, Board Member of Emerge — providing innovative solar solutions for commercial and industrial sites and powering the UAE’s renewable energy future. Emirates Development Bank

How EGF is Empowering Emirati Entrepreneurs | Najla Al Midfa - Economic Impact S3E3 | MIITE 2025 11.08.2025 16:03

Season 3, Episode 3 of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, filmed live at Make it in the Emirates 2025. Special guest: Her Excellency Najla Al Midfa, Managing Director of the Emirates Growth Fund — bridging the equity gap for growth-stage SMEs and fueling innovation across technology, healthcare, food security, and manufacturing in the UAE. Emirates Development Bank

How RAK Ceramics Became a Global Powerhouse | Abdallah Massaad - Economic Impact S3E2 | MIITE 2025 07.08.2025 11:15

Season 3, Episode 2 of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, filmed live at Make it in the Emirates 2025. Special guest: Abdallah Massaad, Group CEO of RAK Ceramics — the world’s largest ceramics brand and a global example of “Made in the UAE” success. Emirates Development Bank

What 6 Months in Space Taught Me | Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi – Economic Impact S3E1 | Make it in the Emirates 2025 29.07.2025 14:35

Season 3, Episode 1 of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, filmed live at Make it in the Emirates 2025. Special guest: H.E. Dr. Sultan Al Neyadi, UAE Minister of Youth and the first Arab to perform a spacewalk. Emirates Development Bank

S2 Ep 16: Navigating Innovation: A Conversation with Jimmy Grewal on Elcome International’s Journey 30.12.2024 22:00

Join H.E. Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, as he sits down with Jimmy Grewal, Managing Director of Elcome International, to discuss the company’s 55-year journey from a Dubai-based service provider to a global leader in maritime technology. The conversation covers: Elcome’s Global Expansion: From local beginnings in Dubai to a worldwide presence, serving sectors like defen...

S2 Ep 15: The Journey of Automation and Robotics. A conversation with Navin Narayan 25.12.2024 19:58

What We Covered: Acme Intralog's Evolution: From its founding in 1975 as a traditional engineering firm to becoming a leader in robotics and automation. Impact of COVID-19 on Automation: How the pandemic accelerated demand for warehouse automation and supply chain resilience. Global Reach and Key Projects: Exporting 60-65% of its solutions to markets like the GCC, India, and Europe, including uniq...

'S2 Ep 14: UAE-UK: Empowering Business Growth Through Innovation and Partnerships. A Conversation with Nick Cochrane-Dyet MBE 21.12.2024 45:59

In this episode of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, H.E. Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, is joined by Nick Cochrane-Dyet MBE, Chairman of the British Chamber of Commerce in Abu Dhabi. The discussion explores the UAE-UK strategic economic ties, energy transition, education, and innovation opportunities. Nick underscores the role of collaborati...

S2 Ep 13: Building a Thriving Food Ecosystem in the UAE: A Conversation with Omar Al Shamsi 17.12.2024 24:29

In this episode of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, H.E. Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, sits down with Omar Al Shamsi, Founder and CEO of Watermelon Ecosystem. Omar Al Shamsi shares his remarkable journey from a distinguished career in banking and investments to leading Watermelon Ecosystem, an innovative platform revolutionizing the food an...

S2 Ep 12: Sustainable Agriculture & Innovation: A Conversation with Hassan Halawy 14.12.2024 38:38

In this episode of Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank, His Excellency Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank sits down with Hassan Halawy, General Manager of Elite Agro Projects, to explore the intersection of innovation and agriculture. Hassan shares insights into Elite Agro’s groundbreaking initiatives, including cultivating Arabica coffee in Dubai's...

S2 Ep 11: The UAE's Climate Ambitions: A Conversation with Dr. Alanoud Alhaj 11.12.2024 26:11

In this episode of "Economic Impact: Conversations from Emirates Development Bank", His Excellency Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank, engages in an insightful dialogue with Her Excellency Dr. Alanoud Alhaj, Assistant Undersecretary for the Green Development and Climate Change Sector at the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. Dr. Alhaj shares her journey to becoming a...

S2 Ep 10: How Transformation Shapes Success: Insights from Ajman Bank’s CEO 07.12.2024 34:52

Mustafa’s early career journey and lessons learned Ajman Bank’s transformation story The importance of SMEs in shaping the UAE economy How collaboration and innovation drive organizational success Emirates Development Bank

Season 2, Ep.9: AmCham Abu Dhabi - The Future of UAE-US Business: A conversation with Liz Beneski 26.11.2024 32:18

In this episode of Economic Impact Conversations, we sit down with Liz Beneski, the CEO of the American Chamber of Commerce in Abu Dhabi (AmCham - Abu Dhabi). With 25 years of experience in the UAE, Liz offers a unique perspective on the opportunities and challenges for American businesses looking to expand into Abu Dhabi and the UAE. We discuss AmCham's role in supporting US companies, the key in...