Unplugged with iSolution
"Unplugged with iSolution" offers listeners a rare glimpse into the minds of the Middle East and North Africa's most influential business leaders. Go beyond the polished facades and corporate speak as iSolution sits down with key figures across diverse industries for intimate, unscripted conversations.
Each episode dives deep into the personal journeys, strategic thinking, and unique perspectives of these prominent individuals, providing listeners with:
- Invaluable insights: Learn from the successes and challenges of those who have shaped the MENA business landscape.
- Fresh perspectives: Discover innovative ideas and groundbreaking approaches to navigating today's ever-evolving market.
- Authentic stories: Hear candid reflections and valuable lessons rarely shared in public forums.
Tune in to "Unplugged with iSolution" for a refreshing and insightful look at the driving forces behind the MENA region's dynamic business world.
Episodes
15 episodes
Why Don't Great Products Always get funding? Unplugged with iSolution with Stuart bateman
AI can feel like a toy right up until it starts outperforming your process. We talk with Stuart Bateman, VP of Technology and Marketing at 1957 Ventures, about what “bank-grade AI” really means when you’re building in fintech where speed, regul...
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Why "Superhero" Employees Are Ruining Your Company's Growth
Relying on "superhero" tech talent isn't a strategy—because superheroes don't scale. ❌In this clip from Unplugged with iSolution, we dive into the operational realities of modern tech leadership. From the fallacy of thinking AI implemen...
The Light Bulb Paradox: Why Great Teams Adapt to the Dark
Why do brilliant teams choose to adapt to darkness instead of changing the light bulb? 💡 In this episode of Unplugged with iSolution, Wessam Fawzy (Elsewedy) shares a powerful, real-life anecdote about how easily organizations grow...
From Paper Trails To Peace Of Mind: How Tech, Analytics, And UX Are Reshaping Insurance
Peace of mind doesn’t come from a thicker policy packet; it comes from a cleaner journey and a fair claim. We sit down with a seasoned insurance and technology leader to map the shift from dot‑matrix paperwork and multi-copy forms to a digital ...
What Every Founder Learns After Nine Years And A Hard Exit
What actually keeps a company alive when markets shift, timelines slip, and the hype fades? We get honest about the unglamorous decisions that turn fragile ideas into durable operations: cutting wait times with clever logistics, stabilizing sys...
From Finance To Fleet: Building A Smarter, Safer Ride Service
What if a ride could be cleaner, safer, and still fairly priced? We pull back the curtain with a regional financial controller at Jeenu to show how disciplined leadership and practical technology can outmaneuver bigger ride-hailing brands. From...
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Unplugged with iSolution: Google Cloud's Middle East Strategy & The Future of AI with Julien Rateau
What happens when a lifelong chess player runs platform strategy for one of the world’s biggest clouds? We sat down with Google Cloud EMEA platforms director Julien Rateau to unpack the surprising mix of competitive fire, humility, and approach...
Unplugged with iSolution: How A Failed Restaurant, Bold Pivots, And Tenacity Built A Regional Leader
Open an app to pay a bill and everything just works until it doesn’t. That invisible reliability is the world Rami Kishli builds, from stitching APIs to orchestrating data so services actually deliver. We sit down with Rami to chart a candid, e...
Unplugged with iSolution: My Naghi: When Software Drives And Culture Steers
Want to know why your next “car” might be a subscription, a shared ride, or a hybrid one you upgrade by software? We sit down with Dr. Zakaria to unpack how mobility is transforming the automotive business far beyond EV hype. From d...
Unplugged with iSolution: Trust, Guardrails, And The Hard Truths Of Building AI-Enabled Businesses!
If your security stack feels like a Jenga tower of dashboards and alerts, you’re not alone. We break down the messy reality of SecOps—fragmented tools, noisy signals, and endless integration work—and share how we built a cloud-native security o...
Unplugged with iSolution: Building Strong Teams Through Clear Vision and Value Communication
What makes a technology leader truly effective in today's rapidly evolving landscape? In this fascinating conversation, we're joined by Abu Talal, whose journey from technician to visionary leader offers powerful insights for anyone navigating ...
Unplugged with iSolution: Got Camel Milk? One Company's Tech-Powered Quest
The convergence of ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology creates fascinating business opportunities that few have fully explored. In this thought-provoking conversation with Mohamed, IT Director at Sawani, we journey through the unexpe...
Unplugged with iSolution: Trailblazing Leadership: Dina Amin's Journey in Tech and Empowerment in the Middle East
Discover how Dina Amin, the powerhouse behind Google Cloud's marketing in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, navigates the dynamic world of tech leadership. As she shares her decade-long journey with Google, Dina opens up about the nuanced ch...
Unplugged with iSolution: Pivoting to Success: Samir Mubarak's Journey through Entrepreneurship and AI Innovation
What if being at the right place at the right time could ignite the next big thing in your career? Join us as visionary entrepreneur Samir Mubarak takes us on a journey through his bold endeavors, from his beginnings in logistics to launching m...
Unplugged with iSolution: From Hobby to Success: Saber and Mumzworld Journey in AI and E-Commerce Innovation
Ever wondered how a simple hobby could evolve into a thriving business? Join us for a captivating conversation with Saber, a distinguished engineering and marketing enthusiast, who shares his incredible journey from crafting websites to spearhe...