This conversation was recorded two years ago in Amman with Her Royal Highness Princess Noor Bint Assim. Returning to it now, I was struck by how grounded and timeless it feels. We speak about identity beyond titles and heritage, about the ongoing work of becoming, softening, and choosing how we want to show up in the world. Princess Noor reflects on growth, ... Show More
Feb 2024
Palestinian Resilience through Communication: A Conversation with Zenah Mattar
On this week's episode, we speak to communications expert Zenah Mattar, on the Arab Narrative through a Western perspective and the importance of navigating through the complexities of intercultural communication and identity. She shares her personal journey, igniting her passion ... Show More
32m 43s
Sep 2024
Venture Capitalism, AI, HealthTech & The Education System | Noor Sweid 123
Noor Sweid is an influential figure in the world of venture capital and entrepreneurship, especially in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. She is the founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures, a UAE-based venture capital firm that invests in high-growth startup ... Show More
1h 35m
Sep 2021
Presenting Yourself With Opportunities With Rana Nawas
Rana Nawas is a corporate veteran turned podcaster on a mission to help women, which she achieves by being a public speaker, strategic consultant and an incredible founder and host to When Women Win, a show listened to in over 183 countries, where female role models from diverse ... Show More
40m 21s
Mar 2025
My guest appearance on ‘Gems of Arabia’ about Arab Representation in Media with Becky Anderson, Faisal Abbas & host Hatem AlAkeel
I’m excited to share a special episode from the podcast, Gems of Arabia about Arab Representation in Media. The episode, hosted by WIDN alum Hatem Al Akeel, was recorded a few weeks ago at the CNN Academy in Abu Dhabi in front of a live audience of the Academy’s latest cohort of ... Show More
1h 14m
May 2025
Empowering Founders: Noor Sweid’s Incredible Coming of Age Journey
What does it take to build billion-dollar businesses and empower the next generation of founders across MENA? In this episode, Raja Haddad sits down with Noor Sweid, VC powerhouse, author, and Shark Tank judge. Noor shares her journey from scaling IPOs to reshaping the region’s e ... Show More
38m 49s
Aug 2024
Balancing Entrepreneurship and Motherhood While Building a Billion Dollar Company | Eynat Guez | E40
Eynat Guez leaped from a comfortable corporate job to co-founding Papaya Global. Despite numerous investor rejections, she stayed true to her vision, proving the market need for her innovative solutions. Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, she turned her startup into a glo ... Show More
50m 54s
Sep 2021
Be The Boss Of Your Own Life With Leena Khalil
In this episode, Leena Khalil demystifies the world of entrepreneurship by sharing her incredible journey from bringing Mumzwolrd to life by being its co-founder, to giving it away. Being an absolute powerhouse of experience in finance and entrepreneurship, Leena shares her story ... Show More
47m 50s