Jul 2025
E97: This Dubai Expat Risked Everything—Then Raised $30M to Build a Global Brand
Discover how Anam Khalid, co-founder and COO of Squatwolf, went from a small-town girl in Pakistan to building a global fitness brand from Dubai. In this inspiring conversation, Anam reveals the sacrifices, challenges, and truths of entrepreneurship, breaking gender barriers, and ... Show More
1h 2m
Jun 2025
E95: From Refugee Roots to Snapchat VP: Hussein Freijeh on Love, Progress and Authentic Leadership
What does progress mean when you start life as a refugee?In this heartfelt episode, Snapchat's MENA VP Hussein Freijeh opens up about building what his father and grandfather never had.We talk about fatherhood, the pressure to succeed, why he nearly lost his job in Big Tech, and ... Show More
1h 28m
Jul 2024
Insights from Mohamed Aboulnaga Nagaty, Executive Chairman of Exits
Mohamed Nagaty he is a seasoned tech entrepreneur and venture builder with over 15 years of experience. He's currently the Executive Chairman of Exits, the region's first fintech investment banking platform, and CEO of "Pie," a leading M&A advisory for startups in Egypt.Co-founde ... Show More
20m 42s
Jun 2025
176: Beyond the Silk Roads: Middle Eastern Venture Investing - With Noor Sweid, Founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures
<div>Today we welcome one of the Middle East’s most successful angel investors and venture capitalists, listed in 'FORBES 100 Most Powerful Business Women 2025'. <br>
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Noor Sweid explains her journey, from early career in management consultancy and relocating to Dubai, follow ... Show More
49m 6s
Jan 2025
VC React Podcast (E23): DeepSeek Moment! New Growth Funds In MENA, New Sector Focus For MENA VCs!
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Every week, we bring you insights and reactions from top VCs, reacting to the latest news on MENA startups, VCs, and investment rounds. Stay tuned for: expert analysis, independent opinions, and maybe some heated conversations!
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52m 33s
May 2024
E313 | Super Angel | Angel investing insights with Leng Lee, co-Founder and Chief Product Officer of Oui Therapeutics
Join us as Tom Wilson from Seedcamp and Anthony Danon from Cocoa talk to Leng Lee, angel investor, co-founder & Chief Product Officer at Oui Therapeutics.
Leng was previously the first employee at Codecademy where he was the Head of Product, before joining MongoDB as the Director ... Show More
38m 14s
Apr 2024
E301 | EUVC | Rainer Märkle, General Partner at HV Capital on going from a CVC to venture capital capital
Rainer Märkle is the General Partner of HV Capital, €380m Venture and €400m Growth fund, with almost €3BN AUM.
Rainer joined HV 15 years ago. In his third week at the firm, HV invested in Zalando. Accompanying the founders of Zalando from seed to IPO and beyond has been the most ... Show More
58m 22s
Dec 2020
How to fundraise with Actis Partner Hossam Abou Moussa
In 20 years of working in private equity, Hossam Abou Moussa has seen the makings of great businesses across industries in Egypt and other emerging markets. At Actis, he is a partner in the private equity business, as well as chief operating officer of the unit. Actis is one of t ... Show More
40m 4s
Aug 2025
Ep 39. with Noor Sweid Conviction Capital: Lessons in grit, growth and globalisation
Send a textIn this scintillating episode of Money Majlis, host Suvo Sarkar sits down with Noor Sweid, the trailblazing founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures. Known as one of the most influential voices in Middle Eastern venture capital, Noor brings a wealth of experienc ... Show More
48m 28s
In this special episode, Loulou Khazen speaks with Mo Gawdat about fear, uncertainty, and how the human mind reacts during times of crisis. They explore how media overload, anxiety, and constant information affect the way we think and make decisions. The conversation focuses on how individuals and families can stay calm, think clearly, and hold on to their h ... Show More
