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Features Editor, Entrepreneur Middle East

Aalia Mehreen Ahmed is the Features Editor at Entrepreneur Middle East.

She is an MBA (Finance) graduate with past experience in the corporate sector. Ahmed is particularly keen on writing stories about people-centric leadership, female-owned startups, and entrepreneurs who've beaten significant odds to realize their goals.

In her role as Features Editor, she has interviewed the likes of Dr. Jane Goodall, Sania Mirza, KL Rahul, and Najwa Zebian.

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Enduring Roots: How Ajmal Perfumes CEO Abdulla Ajmal is Leading the Brand He Inherited from His Late Grandfather Towards Bigger Milestones

"As much as you'd think being CEO means you're the boss, you are—but not in the way most imagine!"

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Unwritten Tales: Are Arab Female Authors Getting the Spotlight They Deserve?

As the quest for more inclusivity in literary publications continues, here's how four Arab female authors -Najwa Zebian, Sara Hamdan, Zoulfa Katouh, and Noura Alkhoori- are pushing the envelope in enabling wider acceptance for uniquely diverse stories.

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“I’ve Come to Realize That Self Doubt and Anxiety Always Kick in When You’re Listening to the Outside Noise.” Indian Cricket Star KL Rahul on How to Navigate (and Overcome) Self-Inhibiting Traits

Insights from Rahul's press conference at a special Iftaar event hosted by Al Fardan Exchange.

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Trailblazing Women: Nikita and Rhea Patel’s ‘The Bureau’ Offers a Dedicated Space for Female Professionals to Thrive in the UAE

As the global female workforce seeks policies that allow for better work-life balance, the Patel sisters have co-founded UAE-based female-focused co-working space The Bureau.

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Trailblazing Women: How Former Tennis Champion Sania Mirza is Serving Her On-Court Excellence in Entrepreneurship

Mirza will perhaps forever be regarded as one of the greatest sportspersons that India, and indeed the world, has ever seen. Post retirement, she now hopes to extend the same excellence and caliber to her entrepreneurial pursuits in the UAE and beyond.

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Tim Harrison-Jones Expands Inclusivity (and Magic!) at LEGOLAND Dubai Resort

"LEGOLAND Dubai Resort is about more than just a day out! It's about creating a space where families can bond, where kids can dream big, and where everyone leaves with memories that last a lifetime."

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Egypt-Based MNT-Halan’s Expansion Into the UAE Marks a New Phase of Growth for the Unicorn

Co-founder Mounir Nakhla says his startup has only just scratched the surface of its potential.

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Innovator’s Edge: How Silicon Valley-Based Sakuu Created The World’s First Platform That Prints Battery Electrodes

"It is not enough to simply dream up a clever new way to make batteries," says founder Robert Bagheri.

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“It’s Become Power and Money, Power and Money!” At Nearly 91, Dr. Jane Goodall is Still Fighting for the Planet and Calling Out Corporate Greed

Almost six decades since she embarked on a journey to save the natural earth, Dr. Jane Goodall has become an awe-inspiring figure to many around the world. At nearly 91 years of age, her passion remains unwavering.

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The Three TikTok Trends Every Marketer Should Know in 2025

81% of users have stated TikTok has introduced them to new topics and trends they didn't know they liked.

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Dr. Jane Goodall’s Eponymous Pollinator Garden in Dubai Brings Back the Spotlight On UAE’s Biodiversity Goals

The Garden has been built with a vision to create a model for ecological resilience in urban environments.

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“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Pluto US$4.1 Million Pre-Series A Round Follows Launch of Platform That Supports Over 30,000 SMEs

The announcement comes just weeks after the company crossed AED1Billion in spend under Pluto's management.

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Innovator’s Edge: How Bytelearn is Easing Math Learning for Students Through AI

"We have built AI technology (which includes our own AI algorithms and our own curriculum-aligned solvers) that provides step-by-step guidance to students completely from the ground up."

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How Startup Genome is Helping MENA Entrepreneurs Turn Global Ambitions into Reality

"While what worked in San Francisco may not always translate directly to Riyadh, the universal challenges and themes that scaling companies face can guide MENA entrepreneurs in overcoming barriers and accelerating their growth."

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Healing Horizons: Georgiamune Founder Dr. Samir Khleif Aims to Unlock the Full Potential of Cancer Immunotherapy

Born in the US, Georgiamune's solutions target all types of cancers as well as autoimmune diseases.

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Startup Spotlight: How Sulmi Contributes to the UAE’s Sustainability Goals

"Sulmi aims to demonstrate that the UAE and the Arab world can lead innovation in transportation."

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Startup Spotlight: How Kazakhstan-Based SpaceLab Ensures Efficient Communication In Remote Regions

SpaceLab's satellite-based system ensures efficient monitoring of climate, environment, and resources.

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Startup Spotlight: How Egypt-Based Reme-D Addresses the Limited Availability of Disease Diagnostics in the MEA

"Illness affects us all, but at Reme-D, we believe in a future where accurate diagnoses lead to swift recoveries."

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Startup Spotlight: Canada-Headquartered Pulsar Makes its Way to the UAE to Help Businesses Further Harness AI-Driven Innovation

"Unlike many proprietary AI platforms, Pulsar's open-source nature allows users to access, adapt, and innovate with our tools freely. This flexibility fosters a community-driven ecosystem."

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Beyond Farming’s Indoor Farm-as-a-Solution is Aiding the Nation’s Food Security Goals

"We are driven by the urgent need to provide cities with reliable access to fresh, sustainably grown local produce."

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Lasting Embellishments: How Amreen Iqbal’s Passion to Create Personalized Jewelry Led to the Success Story of Piece of You

"My creative process is a continuous flow, constantly fueled by the world around me—nature, festivities, architectural wonders, and more."

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“We Got Funded!” Netherlands-Based EME Raises US$5 Million in a Series A Round led by Wa’ed Ventures as it Expands into KSA

"Circularity is new for many industries here- we're working to shift the mindset by showing how overlooked materials are actually opportunities waiting to be unlocked."

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“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Wafeq Raises a US$7.5 Million Series A Funding Round to Offer its Digitized Accounting Tools to MENA SMEs

Wafeq offers a cloud-based platform that automates manual processes, integrates directly with local banks, and stays updated with regional compliance requirements.

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Paving the Way: Andrei Grachev, Managing Partner, DWF Labs

Grachev is on a mission to cement DWF Labs as a prime crypto enabler in the UAE and beyond.

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Building Momentum: One Year Since the COP28 Concluded, Here’s How the Event Has Impacted the UAE’s Private Sector

Insights from L'Oréal Middle East, Accenture Middle East, Chalhoub Group, Radisson Hotel Group, Replate, E2G Food, and Fuelre4m.

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Nadeera Is Enabling Communities Across The Region To Collectively Manage Solid Waste

"Nadeera's Yalla Return is a digital platform that simplifies the recycling journey, offers rewards, and ensures cost-effective solutions through in-house developed technological solutions."

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Madari Space’s Low Earth Orbit Data Centers Could Revolutionize The Future Of Data Management

"Our vision is to bridge the gap between Earth and space, unlocking new possibilities for future generations."

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Manhat’s Sustainable Water Solution Is Addressing The Environmental Risks Posed By Desalination Plants

"Manhat's technology leverages natural processes for water production, providing a sustainable alternative to conventional desalination, which demands significant capital investment, generates carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, and harms aquatic ecosystems through brine discharge."

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Startup Spotlight: Here’s How UAE-Based Jalebi Is Helping F&B Merchants Digitally Empower Their Operations

"At Jalebi, we set out to address a critical challenge facing F&B operators: the rising complexity of managing food costs while minimizing food waste."

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“We Got Funded!” UAE-Headquartered Epik Foods’ US$15.5 Million Investment from Ruya Fund is Set to Propel its Regional Expansion Goals

The group's investment news thus comes just days away from its first anniversary as a fully operational business.

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More From Aalia Mehreen Ahmed

Enduring Roots: How Ajmal Perfumes CEO Abdulla Ajmal is Leading the Brand He Inherited from His Late Grandfather Towards Bigger Milestones

Unwritten Tales: Are Arab Female Authors Getting the Spotlight They Deserve?

“I’ve Come to Realize That Self Doubt and Anxiety Always Kick in When You’re Listening to the Outside Noise.” Indian Cricket Star KL Rahul on How to Navigate (and Overcome) Self-Inhibiting Traits

Trailblazing Women: Nikita and Rhea Patel’s ‘The Bureau’ Offers a Dedicated Space for Female Professionals to Thrive in the UAE

Trailblazing Women: How Former Tennis Champion Sania Mirza is Serving Her On-Court Excellence in Entrepreneurship

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Egypt-Based MNT-Halan’s Expansion Into the UAE Marks a New Phase of Growth for the Unicorn

Innovator’s Edge: How Silicon Valley-Based Sakuu Created The World’s First Platform That Prints Battery Electrodes

“It’s Become Power and Money, Power and Money!” At Nearly 91, Dr. Jane Goodall is Still Fighting for the Planet and Calling Out Corporate Greed

The Three TikTok Trends Every Marketer Should Know in 2025

Dr. Jane Goodall’s Eponymous Pollinator Garden in Dubai Brings Back the Spotlight On UAE’s Biodiversity Goals

“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Pluto US$4.1 Million Pre-Series A Round Follows Launch of Platform That Supports Over 30,000 SMEs

Innovator’s Edge: How Bytelearn is Easing Math Learning for Students Through AI

How Startup Genome is Helping MENA Entrepreneurs Turn Global Ambitions into Reality

Healing Horizons: Georgiamune Founder Dr. Samir Khleif Aims to Unlock the Full Potential of Cancer Immunotherapy

Startup Spotlight: How Sulmi Contributes to the UAE’s Sustainability Goals

Startup Spotlight: How Kazakhstan-Based SpaceLab Ensures Efficient Communication In Remote Regions

Startup Spotlight: How Egypt-Based Reme-D Addresses the Limited Availability of Disease Diagnostics in the MEA

Startup Spotlight: Canada-Headquartered Pulsar Makes its Way to the UAE to Help Businesses Further Harness AI-Driven Innovation

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Beyond Farming’s Indoor Farm-as-a-Solution is Aiding the Nation’s Food Security Goals

Lasting Embellishments: How Amreen Iqbal’s Passion to Create Personalized Jewelry Led to the Success Story of Piece of You

“We Got Funded!” Netherlands-Based EME Raises US$5 Million in a Series A Round led by Wa’ed Ventures as it Expands into KSA

“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Wafeq Raises a US$7.5 Million Series A Funding Round to Offer its Digitized Accounting Tools to MENA SMEs

Paving the Way: Andrei Grachev, Managing Partner, DWF Labs

Building Momentum: One Year Since the COP28 Concluded, Here’s How the Event Has Impacted the UAE’s Private Sector

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Nadeera Is Enabling Communities Across The Region To Collectively Manage Solid Waste

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Madari Space’s Low Earth Orbit Data Centers Could Revolutionize The Future Of Data Management

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Manhat’s Sustainable Water Solution Is Addressing The Environmental Risks Posed By Desalination Plants

Startup Spotlight: Here’s How UAE-Based Jalebi Is Helping F&B Merchants Digitally Empower Their Operations

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