Morning Drive

Group Managing Director of Mackenzie Jones, David Mackenzie, joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to break down the current landscape of Human Resources and executive recruitment across the GCC. He discusses the focus on senior appointments and the broader Mackenzie Jones group, which includes specialized ventures like Mums at Work, Simply Digital, and ThinkTech. #DavidMcKenzie, #McKenzieJones, #...

RAK Chamber Director of Operations Mohamed Bahgat joins Tim Elliott to discuss the launch of the Emirate's first Night Market. This strategic initiative is designed to be a major new cultural and commerce hub, supporting local SMEs, celebrating Emirati heritage, and diversifying tourism with a unique, family-friendly "edutainment" space. #RAKNightMarket, #RasAlKhaimah, #RAKChamber, #Fi...

Filipina entrepreneur Lourds Adalia-Evertse went from COO to launching her restaurant business during the pandemic. She shares her story of incredible resilience, scaling Spice Grill UAE to 3 branches, employing 45 displaced Filipinos, and winning a prestigious international award. Learn her mindset on business, leadership, and turning a crisis into a major commercial success. #SpiceGrillUAE, #Lou...

Cavendish Maxwell Director Ronan Arthur joins Tim Elliott to discuss the latest Dubai real estate insights. They cover why off-plan sales dominate (3 of 4 transactions), the role of overseas investors and market transparency, the ready-property inventory shortage, the influence of the RERA rental index on growth, and a bullish outlook on Dubai's future as a long-term home. #DubaiRealEstate, #O...

Allegiance Real Estate VP Mario Volpi joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to reveal the factors influencing rent in Dubai and how to negotiate your contract like an insider. Find out if you're overpaying! We also cover the huge market shift driven by mid-income end-users and the Etihad Rail network's impact on property values. Essential viewing for every Dubai resident. #DubaiRent #RentH...

Muzammil Shaikh joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to discuss major UAE personal finance updates. They dive into sweeping credit score reforms from the Etihad Credit Bureau, designed to give residents more control and a clearer view of how their credit behavior shapes opportunity

Live from the Dubai Airshow, LODD Autonomous CEO Rashid Al-Manai discusses the company's autonomous cargo aircraft, HILI. Engineered in the UAE, HILI can carry 250kg over 700km. It is designed to solve "middle mile" logistics inefficiencies by flying directly between regional and distribution warehouses without needing complex airport infrastructure. Al-Manai shares the excitement of t...

Bien-Etre founder Aly Rahimtoola joins Tim Elliott to discuss democratizing longevity. Learn how his UK-based consumer health tech uses DNA biomarkers and lifestyle AI data to move beyond "one size fits all" averages and deliver personalized, preventative solutions for living a healthier, longer life. #Longevity, #HealthTech, #BienEtre, #PersonalizedWellness, #AIinHealth, #DNAtesting

Chef Nouel Catis of Sna'ap DXB tells Tim Elliott on The Morning Drive the intentional strategy behind the viral 'Dubai Chocolate'. He unveils the new 'Abu Dhabi Chocolate,' a premium bar with 24K gold leaf and complex, local flavors crafted over a year to celebrate Emirati culture and be copycat proof. #AbuDhabiChocolate #DubaiChocolate #ChefNouelCatis #SnaapDXB #ViralDessert #...

In this essential business discussion, Tim Elliott speaks with Raymond Kisswany, Partner and Head of the Digital Assets and Startups practices at Davidson & Co Law Firm. They provide a comprehensive analysis of the legal structures and compliance requirements for startups operating within the UAE's evolving regulatory framework. Key topics include best practices for licensing, mitigating c...

Deputy CEO of 9Yards Communications joins Tim Elliott to reveal the disruption coming to streaming. With a $100M investment, 9Yards is pioneering local, 90-second micro-dramas in MENA. Learn how consumer demand for "quick entertainment fixes" is fueling this trend and why it will change how the UAE consumes content.

Tim Elliott on The Morning Drive chats with Safe Driving and Road Safety Expert Dr. Mustafa Aldah about his engineering journey, the RTA's new AI-powered smart monitoring center in Dubai, and Dr. Aldah's latest e-book and course to improve driver behaviour.

Luxe Vista CEO Ajay Menon joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM's 'Morning Drive' to answer the big question about Dubai's real estate market: is Al Jaddaf a good investment? Discover why he calls it the "best of both worlds," strategically located just 10 minutes from wealthy hubs like Downtown and DIFC.

Tim Elliott of The Morning Drive sits down with Dawn Kubicek, Founder of Leaders in Digital and the Middle East's first female SEO consultant. They discuss pioneering SEO and Google Ads since 2001, the evolution of digital and data-driven marketing, the impact of AI on content creation, and the growth of women's entrepreneurship in the region.

Goldstrom Advisory CEO Jeff Rhodes joins host Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to dissect a volatile week for gold, which saw 5% swings and surprise selling pressure. Elliott dubs the market "bumper cars". Rhodes gives his weekly outlook, suggesting a $4,000 gold price is achievable. He also addresses US government policies, the volume of gold reserves (like Fort Knox), and the downward pre...

On Mira Business FM, Athlo Founder & CEO Matthew Mansell discusses his journey from professional rugby to high-performance finance, and ultimately, launching Athlo—the flexible fitness and wellness marketplace. Learn about Athlo's expansion from London to the UAE, partnering with 150+ gyms, and supporting the nation's well-being goals.

Strategic Advisor Aidan O'Brien joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to reveal the hidden cost of saying "I'm busy." Learn why your "casualness leads to casualties" and how a simple language and mindset shift can immediately improve your leadership and business growth. Aidan's advice is based on training nearly a million people.

Tim Elliot interviews Jon Carvill, VP of Marketing & Comms at MBZUAI, about the UAE's revolutionary "data-wise" World Model AI. Discover how this new platform anticipates consumer behavior, market shifts, and redefines decision-making for businesses in the Gulf. Tune in to learn how to use AI for a competitive edge.

Goldstrom Advisory CEO Jeff Rhodes and Tim Elliott discuss the latest in gold. Rhodes analyzes the bullish charts, key technical levels like $4,250, and the path to an all-time high of $4,381. He also shares his outlook on how U.S. interest rates and a potential Trump presidency could accelerate gold's journey to $5,000. Gold is the essential hedge against equity market instability.

Nancy Nese Ozbek, GM of Times Square Center, joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to discuss her 20+ years in UAE retail and the innovative, community-focused, and sustainable approach she's bringing to the mall

Tim Elliott of Mira Business FM interviews LY Law Founder Ludmila Yamalova on the complexities of UAE Personal Status Law. Topics include civil and Muslim marriage/divorce, prenuptial agreements, child custody, and asset division.

Financial Expert Michele Carby joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to analyze the rumoured UK Exit Tax (or "settling up charge") and its implications for high net worth individuals & expats. With the 2025 budget looming, learn the urgent planning steps and existing tax reliefs you must consider now.

Financial Consultant James Thomas joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM's Morning Drive to demystify complex financial terms and phraseology, including credit and leverage. Learn what you need to know to take charge of your financial future.

HR and Recruitment Expert David Mackenzie of Mackenzie Jones joins Tim Elliott on Mira Business FM to discuss the latest talent acquisition strategies and key job market trends in the UAE and KSA. Learn the single biggest mistake people make in the job search process and the secret to finding the right fit.

Tim Elliott and investment expert Muzammil Shaikh break down the pros and cons of investing in Initial Public Offerings (IPOs). They stress that investors should not proceed if they are unwilling to put in the effort to study, research the company's fundamentals and valuations, or rely solely on stock tips. Learn why understanding a company's worth and avoiding the "jumping on the band...