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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

Bruce Robertson, MENAP Managing Director at Jaguar Land Rover 12.05.2023

With us today is Bruce Robertson, the MENAP Managing Director at Jaguar Land Rover, the multinational automobile manufacturer which produces luxury vehicles and sport utility vehicles. Topics:- Jaguar Land Rover's Story- The Automotive Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Jaguar Land Rover

Yasmin Farahmandy, Founder of Y Design Interiors 05.05.2023

With us today is Yasmin Farahmandy the founder of Y Design Interiors. Yasmin set up YDesign during Covid and has built it up into a boutique interiors firm in the past 4 years, with high profile commercial and residential clients, working on some of the top hotels in Dubai including Caesars Palace, and Grand HyattTopics:- The Story Of Y Design Interiors- The Interior Design Industry In Dubai- Look...

Catherine Hoff, Co-founder & Managing Director at Genieology 28.04.2023

With us today is Catherine Hoff, the Co-founder & Managing Director at Genieology. A cross-cultural product-led growth design agency, voted one of the fastest growing agencies in the Middle East. Topics:The Story of GenieologyThe Marketplace And CompetitionGenieology Plans For The Future

Khaled Ismail, CEO At ToughLove 21.04.2023

Today we're with Khaled Ismail, the CEO At ToughLove. ToughLove provides business guidance that can be easily accessed by individuals who may have limited resources, experience, or ability to handle their expansion or try out optimal approaches.

Mohammed Tayem, Founder & CEO At Entourage 14.04.2023

With us today is Mohammed Tayem, Founder & CEO At Entourage. A regional creative, events, and brand marketing agency, steeped in middle eastern culture. Topics:- The Beginnings Of Entourage- A Look Into The Industry- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Encourage

Sandra Helou, CCO of Metapolis 07.04.2023

Welcome back to Dubai Works, today were joined by Sandra Helou, THE CCO of Metapolis. A 'Metaverse as a Service Platform' built on a world-renowned technology stack and powered by leading blockchain technology. Topics:The Story Of MetapolisThe Metaverse MarketplaceWhat’s Next For Metapolis

Rene Morgan, The COO & CO Founder at Hayi App 31.03.2023

Today we’re joined by Rene Morgan, the COO & CO Founder of Hayi App. A private social network for neighbourhoods in the UAE. And serves as a way for communities to share local recommendations, keep up to date with local announcements, reunite with lost pets, buy & sell pre-loved goods, organize local meet-ups and so much more. Topics:The Story Of HayiCommunity based platforms in The UAELooking Ahe...

Sam Huber, CEO at Landvault 24.03.2023

With us on this episode of Dubai Works is Sam Huber, CEO of Landvault. The largest property developers in the metaverse, with a portfolio of over 200 experiences. Topics:- The Story Of Landvault- The Metaverse ecosystem in The UAE- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Landvault

Ahmed Gaber, Chief Executive Officer at Entertainer 17.03.2023

On today’s episode of Dubai Works were joined by Ahmed Gaber, Chief Executive Officer at The ENTERTAINER. An app with over 6 million users, where you can find the biggest offers and discounts, that help you save on meals, experiences and travel and more, all in one place. Topics:- The Start Of The ENTERTAINER- How The ENTERTAINER Approach The Dubai Market- What’s Next For The ENTERTAINER

Dubai Lynx Special: The Festival Bringing Together The MENA's Greatest Creatives 16.03.2023

This episode of Dubai Works is in partnership with Dubai Lynx, MENA's largest gathering in the creative marketing community. We start off the episode speaking to Simon Cook, the CEO at Lions, as he explains the role in which the festival plays in providing regional creatives recognition, access and credibility. Throughout this episode of Dubai Works, we also speak to Vidya Manmohan, founder and Ch...

Ali Gargash, Managing Director at AJG Holding 10.03.2023

Today were joined by Ali Gargash, the Managing Director at AJG Holding. A leading investment company that has been serving for the last 30 years. Covering and affiliated with companies in healthcare, real estate and the automative industry. Topics:- The Beginnings of AJG Holding- The Marketplace & Competition- The Future of AJG holding

Farid Samji, CEO at EWINGS (Mahzooz) 03.03.2023

Farid Samji, CEO at EWINGS, the managing operator of Mahzooz, the GCC’s first-ever digital weekly draw granting participants the chance to win millions. Topics:The Story Of MahzoozThe Marketplace and CompetitionMahzooz’s Future Plans

Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive 24.02.2023

Today We're joined by Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive, Welcome to the Show. Topics Covered- Mobility Solutions for Better Cities in MENA- What are the drivers of this mobility shift?- The role and importance of technology in promoting sustainability/circular economy in urban areas- MENA and its readiness to move to the next stage in mobility (infrastructure, government policies, challenges)- On-d...

Deborah Henning, Fashion Guru & Serial Entrepreneur 17.02.2023

Today we're joined by Deborah Henning. A Fashion Guru, Serial Entrepreneur, Mentor & Speaker whos worked with renowned names in retail and fashion including Alexander McQueen, Sass & Bide, and Majid Al Futtaim. Topics:- Deborah Henning's Story- The Fashion Industry In Dubai- Deborah's Future Plans

Sudipt Shah, Founder & CEO Digital of Things 10.02.2023

Today we’re joined by Sudipt Shah, Founder & CEO at Digital of Things. The leading user research and experience design agency in the Middle East. Topics:Digital Of Things: The BeginningThe Digital Marketplace & CompetitionPlans For The Future

Lily Hoa Nguyen - Founder & Executive Chef of Vietnamese Foodies 03.02.2023

Today on Dubai Works, we will be speaking to the Owner and Executive Chef of Vietnamese Foodies Lily Hoa Nguyen. Since opening doors to its first location in JLT in January 2018, Vietnamese Foodies has now expanded operations to include four other locations for a total of five locations across Dubai. Topics:- The Story Of Vietnamese Foodies- The F&B Industry In The UAE- Vietnamese Foodies' Future...

Marc-Andre Sola, Chairman of 1291 Group 27.01.2023

Today we’re joined by Marc-Andre Sola, Chairman of 1291 Group. A financial services group, offering tailor-made wealth protection plans to private individuals, families and investment professionals. Topics:The Conception Of 1291 GroupFinancial Services Market In The UAEWhat’s Next For 1291 Group

Marwan Chaar Co-CEO at Kavak 20.01.2023

With us today is Marwan Chaar, the Co-CEO at Kavak. A disruptive automotive brand looking to change how pre-owned cars are bought and sold in the industry. Topics:- The Story Of Kavak- The Second Hand Car Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Kavak: What's Next?

Nora Hameidani, founder of Barre Effect 13.01.2023

Topics:The Story of Barre EffectThe Fitness Industry And MarketplaceBarre Effect's future plans

Cyrus Rustom, Co-Founder of Boxica 06.01.2023

Today we're joined by Cyrus Rustom, the co-founder of Boxica. A fitness and wellness center that opened up during the height of the pandemic, placing as much focus on mental health as physical. Topics:- The Story Of Boxica- Dubai's Fitness & Wellness Market- Boxica's Future Plans

Muneeb Mushtaq CEO and Co-Founder At Airzai Aroma 30.12.2022

With us today is Muneeb Mushtaq, the CEO and Co-Founder of Airzai Aroma, who have recently launched their flagship product. A smart-home fragrance diffuser that creates a mist in the safest & purest way.- The Story Of Airzai- The Luxury Home Goods Market In The UAE- Airzia's Future Plans

Co-founder Ali Hashemi, Glucare.Health 23.12.2022

Ali Hashemi, the Co-Founder of Glucare. Health, the first hybrid Digital Therapeutics Human vertically integrated diabetes platform of its kind. Topics:GluCare. Health: How It All StartedThe MedTech Industry In DubaiLooking Ahead With GluCare. Health

Leyla Azizova, co-founder of WEMA Health 16.12.2022

With us today is Leyla Azizova, co-founder of WEMA Health. A digital health start-up aiming to tackle the rising obesity rates in The Middle East. Topics:- The Story Of WEMA Health- The Health And Wellness Industry In The Middle East- Looking Ahead With WEMA Health

Walid Shihabi, Co-Founder and CSO of Keyper 12.12.2022

Welcome back to another episode of Dubai Works, today we're joined by Walid Shihabi, the co-founder and CSO at Keyper. UAE’s first-of-its-kind PropTech app, curating an ecosystem of real estate stakeholders to provide the best experience for property investorsTopics:- The Story Of Keyper- The Tenancy Market In The UAE- Keyper's Plans For The Future- Proptech Expert Advise on Short Term Rentals (Wo...

Rupert J Connor, Founding Partner at Abacus Financial Consultants 04.12.2022

With us today is Rupert Connor, an expert financial planning fiduciary adviser and one of the founding partners at Abacus Financial Consultants, an industry-leading and multi award-winning financial firm in the UAE.Topics:- The Story Of Abacus- Financial Consultancy In The UAE- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Abacus?

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