In the heart of Pakistan, where creativity knows no bounds, three sisters embarked on a remarkable journey a decade ago. What started as a passion for artistry quickly transformed into a thriving business known today as KMS Creatives.   The initial years were nothing short of extraordinary. With unwavering dedication, these talented artisans brought their … Read more

Abhishek Nathani’s inspiring journey from accountant to successful entrepreneur showcases the power of perseverance and passion. After completing his MBA, he started his career in finance but soon realized his true calling lay in entrepreneurship.   Switching gears in 2004, Abhishek embraced the world of finance and insurance, becoming an esteemed Insurance Advisor and Mutual … Read more

My name is Jacob Micah. I am one of the founders at NEA GROUP OF GLOBAL GIANTS which was formed in July 2022. I am an alumni of the ALX programme that was the second after the ALX Pioneering team in Kenya. I benefited so much from the Entrepreneurship Content which taught me how to … Read more

The United Arab Emirates is the pinnacle of modernism and innovation in today’s society. Its metropolitans are often the highlights of must-see travel location lists due to its notability for world-famous shopping experiences and breathtaking landmarks. In terms of luxury, no place in the world compares. Therefore, it is surprising that it doesn’t offer every … Read more

The online retail and eCommerce landscape has evolved a great deal over the last decade – and in recent years, global events have stoked the fires of progress like never before. Redefining the online marketplace, OnBuy.com was born out of a need to support retailers who were finding themselves competing with marketplaces, rather than working in partnership … Read more

The story behind Tsioris leading his five-year-old Dubai-headquartered grocery e-commerce platform to be bought by Berlin-based global online food ordering and delivery marketplace Delivery Hero for a whopping US$360 million in August this year. One of the first things I noticed about InstaShop founder and CEO John Tsioris as I chatted with him on Zoom in September … Read more

Noon.com built its ecommerce platform on Google Cloud to access self-managed services, enabling it to focus on delivering value to users and developing a range of services across the Middle East. For Middle Eastern businesses and consumers alike, exciting things are happening in the world of online shopping. With a wealthy population of more than … Read more

“I Came to Dubai with a Backpack” -Saygin Yalcin There are lots of entrepreneurs whose journeys to success inspire us all. There are a few however, who are making extra efforts to ensure that people are inspired to achieve more by listening to their stories. Saygin Yalcin is one of the few that have seen it all … Read more

UAE-based e-commerce startup eyewa has raised US$1.1 million in a seed round led by Equitrust, the investment arm of Choueiri Group, and with the participation of other UAE and KSA-based investors. Launched in 2017, the startup was the brainchild of Anass Boumediene and Mehdi Oudghiri, who were both formerly co-Managing Directors of foodpanda Middle East, up until … Read more