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Human beings don’t like change: it’s wired into our very DNA. Yet change is inevitable, and if we want to remain relevant and empowered, we need to understand the changes unfolding before us. Knowledge is power, and by seeking it we hope to dismantle our collective anxiety about not knowing what the future holds. To get the answers, we’re speaking to the change-makers themselves – the entrepreneurs, the founders, the business leaders – asking them where they see the change ahead, and what we can do to make the most of these opportunities.
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In this episode of The Change Officer: Media & Comms, Ivan welcomes Maha Abouelenein, the driving force behind Digital & Savvy, to explore the world of communications, branding, and leadership. Maha shares her incredible journey, from working with global brands to mentoring startups and female entrepreneurs. She also teases her upcoming book, “7 Rules of Self-Reliance”, a step-by-step playbook on how to invest in yourself and create the future you want.Ivan and Maha also covered:- How...
In this episode of The Change Officer: Media & Comms, Ivan sits down with Tim Hayden, the founder of ‘Hagley West’—the watch brand that’s taken social media by storm. With millions of followers and a booming business, Tim shares the bold moves that helped him build a global brand from his kitchen table, including his game-changing approach to social media and his ambitious expansion into the U.S. market.Tim and Ivan cover:- Tim’s hustle—from selling his house to fund his dream to travelin...
"If you build a community, you won't become a commodity."That's the key takeaway from Lloyed Lobo's extraordinary new book, "From Grassroots to Greatness - 13 Rules to Build Iconic Brands with Community-Led Growth." Lloyed is the Cofounder of Boast.AI and Traction, known for his openness, vulnerability and inspiring attitude.In this latest episode of The Change Officer: Media & Comms, our host Ivan chats to Lloyed about this bestseller, exploring what drove him to write it, and the life-c...
"We need to challenge everything, including our own beliefs." In the latest episode of The Change Officer: Media & Comms, our host Ivan sat down with Jamil Shinawi for a philosophical discussion about entrepreneurship, innovation, and startup culture in MENA. Jamil is the Co-Founder and CEO of AHOY, the 1st MENA core tech infrastructure company specializing in movement, mobility, and logistics tech. Their mission is to allow developers to innovate the next-generation application...
Welcome to the TCO Step Special where we bring you the latest insights from the top change-makers in the tech and startup world. In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Vidhi Bhanushali, Co-Founder and CEO of DentalDost, who is on a mission to make healthcare accessible to everyone through teledentistry.Dr. Bhanushali is an award-winning dentist who has dedicated her career to helping people access quality dental care, regardless of their location or economic status. Through...
In this episode of TCO (The Change Officer) Step Special Podcast Show, host Ivan Zeljković interviews Andrea Giannini, Co-Founder and CTO of Exovolar Industries, a startup aiming to make flying as simple as walking.The combination of jet engines, exoskeleton, and patented thrust vector nozzle design allows the legs to move in the sky. Andrea talks about the various applications of their technology, including first responders in disaster zones, and their plans to open the first flight park fac...
In this episode of TCO (The Change Officer) Step Special Podcast Show, host Ivan Zeljković sits down with Hasan Haider, Founder and Managing Partner at +VC, an early stage venture capital firm focused on the MENA region. With over 10 years of experience investing in MENA startups, Hasan shares his insights on what it takes to succeed as a startup in smaller markets and the importance of thinking global from the very beginning.Throughout the conversation, Hasan emphasizes the need for founders...
In this episode of The Change Officer podcast, Ivan Zeljković speaks with Khaled Talhouni, Managing Partner at Nuwa Capital, a venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage startups in the Middle East and North Africa region.Khaled discusses Nuwa Capital's unique approach to investing, where the focus is on founders first. He shares the firm's belief in building an inclusive community of seasoned founders who support newcomers to the portfolio.Nuwa Capital has also built a network ...
In this episode of The Change Officer Podcast, Ivan Zeljković interviews Vijay Tirathrai, the Managing Director of Riyadh Techstars. Techstars is a global platform for innovation and investment that aims to help entrepreneurs succeed. They have invested in close to 4,000 companies over the last 16 years, with plans to invest in 800 more this year.During the interview, Vijay emphasizes the importance of being in the trenches with entrepreneurs and investing with them, rather than just serving ...
In this episode of The Change Officer (TCO) Step Special Podcast Show, Ivan Zeljković talks to Ali Abulhasan, the Co-Founder and CEO of Tap Payments. Tap Payments is a payment solution that simplifies payments in the MENA region and globally. With over 100,000 businesses of all sizes using their services, Tap Payments unifies and connects all regional and international payment methods under a single integration, making it easier for businesses to receive payments securely.During the episode, ...
In this episode of The Change Officer Podcast's Step Special series, host Ivan Zeljković sits down with Mary Nazzal-Batayneh, an impact-focused entrepreneur, investor, and founder of 17 Ventures and Landmark Hotels. Mary is also a qualified yoga teacher and the owner of a wellness hub in Jordan called MVMNT.The conversation centers around the importance of self-care and wellness, particularly in the midst of a pandemic and the fast-paced world of business. Mary shares her personal journey wit...
Welcome to the latest episode of The Change Officer (TCO) podcast, where we embrace change and talk to the change-makers themselves. In this Step Special episode recorded at Dubai Internet City, our host Ivan Zeljković sat down with Lloyed Lobo, the Co-founder of Boast.AI & Traction. Lloyed is on a mission to help businesses accelerate their innovation by providing quicker access to R&D tax credits.During the conversation, Lloyed talked about the importance of being happy in your job ...
In this episode of The Change Officer podcast recorded at the Step Conference in Dubai, host Ivan Zeljković sits down with Luka Erić, Co-Founder and CEO of rhetora.ai. Luka shares his experience as a sales rep, where he faced challenges while cold calling potential clients. He then founded rhetora.ai, a startup that uses AI to help salespeople master the art of cold calling and improve their sales pitches.Luka explains how the sales industry is changing, with more companies working remotely a...
In the latest episode of TCO (The Change Officer) Step Special Podcast Show, host Ivan Zeljković interviews Atul Hegde, Director of YAAP and Co-Founder of Rainmaker Ventures. Atul explains the growing importance of the Metaverse and how it will be the future of online presence. He also discusses the government's initiatives to encourage Metaverse and blockchain expansion in the region.Atul highlights the importance of storytelling in building powerful brands and talks about his company YAAP, ...
In this Step Special Podcast Show, Ivan Zeljković talks with Helen Al Uzaizi, the Director of Center of Excellence for Entrepreneurship and Youth Start Up, Innovation & Social Impact at GEMS Education. Helen shares her passion for positive social impact and building an entrepreneurial mindset through education, enabling ecosystems, and investment.They dive into the importance of project-based education and preparing children for jobs that don't even exist yet. Helen discusses the differen...
The Change Officer Podcast is coming to you from the Step Conference in Dubai Internet City. In this episode, Ivan Zeljković interviews Aboudi Al-Qattan, Principal at DASH Ventures, discussing the inflection point in venture capital and the future of technology in sports.Aboudi Al-Qattan shares that DASH Ventures is at an inflection point in the venture capital industry due to the influx of international capital and higher quality pipeline. He emphasizes the need for investors to work togethe...
Welcome to The Change Officer (TCO) Special Episode from Step Conference 2023! TCO has set up a booth at the largest tech festival in Dubai, where emerging markets and global startups come together. In this episode, TCO's host Ivan Zeljković speaks with Sana Bagersh, a senior executive with extensive international business experience. Sana Bagersh is an expert in partnership building, innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. She is the founder of Tamakkan, a company that focuses on ...
In this episode of The Change Officer Podcast's Step Conference Special series, host Ivan Zeljković sits down with Richard Fitzgerald, the CEO and Founder of Augustus Media. Richard shares the story of how Lovin Dubai, a blog and social media outlet, grew into a Middle Eastern digital media company with a mission to be the 'New Media' company of choice in the region.Richard talks about his background as a Regional Social Media Director at Mindshare for the MENA region and how he left his high...
Brian Smiga is Co-Founder and Partner at Alpha Partners, a next-generation growth equity firm. After giving an exciting talk at Web Summit 2022, he joins our host Ivan Zeljkovic for a brief interview regarding the nature of the modern market. Many investors and founders are panicking in light of what could be called a bear market or even a crisis.However, as Brian explains, down cycles like this period, although hard to bear, are actually a healthy function of the economy. Brian explains how,...
David Meltzer pops by for a brief chat with our host Ivan Zeljkovic in between the hustle and bustle at Web Summit 2022. The first point he discusses is the importance of discoverability as different and unique from merely being discovered. David details how this newfound discoverability has led to exponential results, allowing his organizations to achieve extraordinary results such as connecting with the Obama Foundation and even being nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize. With the me...
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