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The Smashi Business Show

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The Smashi Business Show tells AI, tech, startup and business stories from the Arab world. For the driven, the dreamers and the doers. Hosted by Abdul Majid Awan, Ward Ahmed, and Wael Hossam El Din.

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Augustus Media

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Business

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smashi.tv

Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Mohammed Ridwan - Pluto Co-founder & COO 03.11.2023

Today we're joined by Mohammed Ridwan - Pluto Co-founder & COO,Mohammed Ridwan has played a pivotal role in leading the UAE's premier spend management platform for enterprises. With a visionary approach, he has spearheaded the development of a comprehensive solution designed to streamline expense management, smart corporate cards, and end-to-end accounts payables. Topics:- The Story Of Pluto- The...

Sohaib Masood, the CEO & Master Franchise Partner of Pepe’s Piri Piri 27.10.2023

Today we're joined by Sohaib Masood, the CEO & Master Franchise Partner of Pepe’s Piri Piri, Mr Masood has successfully brought one of the UK’s fastest growing flame grilled chicken chains 'Pepe's Piri Piri' to the UAE, where it has been experiencing tremendous success. During his university years in London, Mr Masood developed a love for food and dining out. It was there that he discovered Pepe’s...

Vish Narain, Executive Chairman of TruDoc 20.10.2023

Vish Narain, the new Executive Chairman of TruDoc, a leading Telemedicine provider in the UAE, who maintains his role as Managing Partner of Pulsar Capital, a regional private equity firm that recently acquired the company to accelerate growth and enhance its offerings.- The Conception of TruDoc- The Market & Competition_ TruDoc In The Future

Manu Abraham, Managing Director and Co- Founder, Aujan Interior Decoration LLC 13.10.2023

Manu Abraham Managing Director and cofounder Aujan Interior Decoration LLCToday we're joined by Manu Abraham Managing Director and cofounder Aujan Interior Decoration LLC, Aujan has consistently delivered exceptional results, transforming numerous spaces into stunning and luxurious environments. Some of their notable projects include few mansions for the royal family of Umm Al Quwain, Coterie rest...

Matt Higgins, Co-founder & Chairman of RSE Ventures 06.10.2023

Today we're joined by Matt Higgins, Co-founder & Chairman of RSE Ventures,he is also a Guest Shark on TV Show: Shark Tank and his book Burn the Boats is a NY Times BestSeller. Matt is one of the largest investors in DTC and CPG brands in the US - with more than 150 investments and is a venture capitalist. Topics:- The Story Of RSE Ventures- The Marketplace and competition- Plans for the future

Adnaan Jassat, Founder and CEO at Thriller 29.09.2023

Today we're joined by Adnaan Jassat, founder and CEO at Thriller, the largest marketplace for sneakers and apparel in the Middle East. Topics:- The Story Of Thriller- The Marketplace and competition- Plans for the future

Khaled Nuseibeh, CEO At Hala 22.09.2023

[E239: Khaled Nuseibeh, CEO At Hala]Today we’re live with Khaled Nuseibeh, CEO At Hala. Dubai's most affordable and convenient e-hailing taxi solution. Topics:The Story Of HalaThe Transportation Industry In DubaiLooking Ahead With Hala

Dubai Works - Dennis de Rond, founder of Skyne 15.09.2023

With us today is Dennis de Rond, founder of Skyne. A strategic branding and design agency that has been growing businesses in the MENA region for the past 15 years. Topics:- The Story Of Skyne- The Marketplace And Competition- Plans For The Future

David Balfour, Co-Founder at LIGHTBLUE 07.09.2023

Today we're speaking to David Balfour, the co-founder at LIGHTBLUE. A creative experience agency that has been the mastermind behind some of the biggest stunts and activations in Dubai. Topics:- The Story Of Lightblue- The Creative Market In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Lightblue

Purvi Munot, the CEO & Co-Founder of SAV 01.09.2023

Purvi Munot, the CEO & Co-Founder of SAV. A homegrown hyper-personalized fintech app launched in 2022 to bring relevance and sustainability to personal finances. Topics:The Story Behind SAVFinancial Management In DubaiLooking Ahead: What's Next For SAV

Nada El Amrani, Founder of Matia Natural 25.08.2023

Today we're joined by Nada El Amrani, the founder of Matia Natural, a beauty brand with a strong commitment to redefining the concept of natural skincare, Nada's mission is to offer products that are not only effective but also prioritise the well-being of individuals and the planet. Topics:- The Story Of Matia Natural- The Beauty & Skincare Industry In Dubai- What's Next For Matia Natural

Dr Harmeek Singh, Founder Plan B group 18.08.2023

Today we're joined by Dr Harmeek Singh, Founder of Plan B group. regarded as one of the UAE’s finest marketing and events company, with an award-winning reputation for successfully delivering complex events, especially for government and semi-government entities. Topics:- The Story Behind Plan B- Events Management & Marketing In Dubai- What's Next For Plan B

Wajdan Gul, CEO at Squatwolf 11.08.2023

We're joined by Wajdan Gul, the CEO at Squatwolf. A gym wear brand, engineered for active life, from its fit to stitching to fabric with gym goers in mind. Topics:- The Story Of Squatwolf- The Activewear Market In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Squatwolf

Yousef Albarqawi, co-Founder & CEO at Alfii 04.08.2023

Today we're joined by Yousef Albarqawi, Co-Founder & CEO at Alfii. A digital HR management solution for startups and SMEs. Offering a place to manage employee data, payroll, and time off. Topics:- The story of Alfii- The marketplace and competition- Plans for the future

Jadd Elliot Dib, CEO of Pangaea X 28.07.2023

Today were joined by Jadd Elliot Dib, CEO of Pangaea X, a digital platform that aims to bring together the world’s best data analysts and scientist freelancers from across the world on to a single platform and open them to a multitude of job opportunities. Topics:- The Story Of Pangaea X- The Marketplace and competition- What's Next For Pangaea X

CEO of Provident Estate - Loai Al Fakir 21.07.2023

Today we’re joined by Loai Al Fakir the CEO of Provident Real Estate. A one stop shop for all things real estate Established in 2008, and has gone to become one of the top 5 agencies in the city with a diverse portfolio. Topics:The Conception Of ProvidentThe Real Estate Market In DubaiLooking Ahead: What’s Next For Provident

Vinayak Mahtani, CEO at bnbme 14.07.2023

With us today is Vinayak, CEO of Dubai-based bnbme. A luxury holiday home rental management company he co-founded with his wife, Shilpa, in Dubai in 2018. Employing 70 people, and managing 150 properties. Topics:- The Story Of bnbme- Property Rentals in Dubai- What's Next For bnbme

Kamal Reggad, CEO & Co-founder of RemotePass 07.07.2023

With us on today's show is Kamal Reggad, CEO & Co-founder of RemotePass. An onboarding and payroll platform for remote teams. The all-in-one solution helps companies to control the entire remote working lifecycle, enabling onboarding, paying, managing, and retaining talent effortlessly. Topics:- The Story Of RemotePass- The HR-Tech Industry- Planning Ahead With RemotePass

Naoufal El Ouali, Co-founder & COO at Obvious Technologies 30.06.2023

With us on this episode of Dubai Works is Naoufal El Ouali, Co-founder & COO at Obvious Technologies. A pioneering Command & Control solutions editor for security & mission-critical operations. Topics:- The Story Of Obvious Technologies- The Marketplace and Competition- Plans For The Future

Asmara Nomani, CEO of ANC Global 23.06.2023

Today we're joined by Asmara Nomani, the CEO of ANC Global. A leading HR consultancy firm in Dubai, specializing in delivering innovative and strategic people management solutions to organizations across various industries. Topics:- The Story Of ANC- The Industry & Marketplace- Plans For The Future

Dr Sonia Ben Jaafar, CEO at The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation 16.06.2023

Today were joined by Dr Sonia Ben Jaafar, CEO at The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation. The Foundation works actively in the United Arab Emirates and beyond to train, educate and upskill Emirati and Arab youth to prepare them for future workforce challenges. Topics:- The Inception of The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation- The industry and marketplace- Whats next for The Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation

Aisha Leitner, CEO at Party Camel 09.06.2023

Today we're live with Aisha Leitner, CEO at Party Camel. A one-stop online party shop bringing its consumers the most inspiring, design-led partyware and innovative gifts from around the globe. Topics:- The Story Of Party Camel- The Marketplace And Competition- Looking Ahead With Party Camel

JS Anand, Founder of Leva Hotels 02.06.2023

With us on this episode of Dubai Works is JS Anand, the founder of Leva Hotels. A dynamic lifestyle hotel concept created to offer a fresh and more accessible perspective to the hospitality industry. Topics:- The Story Of Leva Hotels- A Look In To Hospitality Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Leva Hotels?

Jad Toubayly, Founder & CEO at Idealz 26.05.2023

With us on Dubai Works this episode is Jad Toubayly, Founder & CEO at IdealzIDEALZ, a unique first -of its kind shop & win platform within the UAE region. Topics:- The story of Idealz- The marketplace and competition- Plans for the future

Leo Dovbenko, CEO and Co-Founder of YallaMarket & YallaHub 19.05.2023

Today we’re joined by Leo Dovbenko, CEO and Co-Founder of YallaMarket, aswell as YallaHub. YallaMarket is a Dubai-based ultra-fast grocery delivery service, established in 2021.

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