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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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Saudi Unicorns: Makkah-Based Salla Aims To Become The Go-To Platform For All E-Commerce Needs In KSA And Beyond

"Today, we are extremely proud that Salla merchants have sold over SAR21 billion worth of products, and currently more than 55,000 thousand individuals, small and medium brands, and well-established enterprises trust us to help them run and grow their businesses."

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“We Got Funded!” Egypt-Based Synapse Analytics’ US$2 Million Funding Round Is Set To Expand Its Artificial Intelligence Technologies Across The GCC And Africa

"We are building to give fintechs all the tools to provide the right product to the right customer, safely and responsibly."

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India-Headquartered Stride Ventures Forays Into The GCC With US$1 Million Venture Debt Investment In UAE-Based Maalexi

The Stride Ventures team believe that there are quite a few traditional sectors in the GCC region that are not only ripe for technological innovation but also offer plenty of growth opportunities.

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“We Got Funded!” Egypt-Headquartered DoPay Raises US$13.5 Million In An Extension Of Its $18 Million Series A Round

By enabling real-time digital payments -even on weekends and holidays- from employers to workers and other beneficiaries, Dopay has set out to directly address the issue of financial inclusivity.

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Saudi Unicorns: Rewaa Is On A Mission To Become A Trusted Tech Partner For Retailers In Saudi Arabia And Beyond

"We are committed to developing cutting-edge technologies, delivering exceptional customer support, and fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment that empowers our team to drive success for our clients."

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Saudi Unicorns: Here’s How Telgani Has Become A Leader In Saudi Arabia’s Mobility Market

Curated as a platform that allows users to compare than 50,000 cars in its catalog, Telgani promises a car booking time of under a minute followed by the car being delivered right to the customer's doorstep in less than 30 minutes.

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Saudi Unicorns: KSA-Based Unifonic Is Offering A One-Stop-Solution For Businesses To Digitally Communicate With Diverse Customer Bases

Targeting both major enterprises as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Unifonic caters to a wide range of industries, including retail, healthcare, e-commerce, and banking, among many others.

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Navigating Necessity: How Lebanon’s 2019 Economic Collapse Led Rudy Younes To Build Two Startups That Are Now Hitting Six-Figure Revenues

"I believe in leveraging technology to empower individuals and businesses throughout MENA, helping them achieve more and improve their livelihoods."

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Jane Khedair, Executive Director Of London Business School’s Institute of Entrepreneurship And Private Capital, On Writing The Ideal Business Plan

"What used to be a 30-page detailed document is now more commonly distilled into a more headline pitch deck that serves as a door-opener to potential investors."

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A Seal Of Security: UAE-Based DataPatrol Is Offering A Unique Way To Secure Organizational Information And Data

"At DataPatrol, we ensure the protection levels taken match the advancement happening with the digital era we are living in."

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Building A Legacy: ANAX Holding Chairman Satish Sanpal

This serial entrepreneur is eager to carve out an indelible mark on the UAE's business landscape.

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Sculpting Dreams: Having Expanded His Business To The UAE, Ukrainian Entrepreneur Dr. Maksym Ivanchuk Aims To Set New Standards In Cosmetic Care

"In our industry, success transcends mere surgical skill or financial gain. It's about the profound impact we have on the lives of our patients."

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Leading The Charge: Making The Case For Why Entrepreneurs Need To Introduce Innovation In The Menopause Care Market

Five female health and wellness experts share their insights on how entrepreneurs can introduce much needed innovation into menopausal healthcare- in the UAE and beyond.

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Carla Bruni Has Been A Model, Singer, Songwriter, And First Lady Of France- And Now, She’s An Entrepreneur Too

"To me, it's a whole new situation because creative work is very different from commerce, even though creativity is everywhere- in journalism, in sports, in organizations…"

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For The Love Of Arab Art: Kalim ArtSpace Founder Kalim Bechara Aims To Introduce Emerging Arab Artists To The World

"It [Kalim ArtSpace] started out as a cultural hub, and it then slowly turned into one of the best galleries for emerging talents to exhibit at."

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Gateway To Growth: Here’s How Saudi Arabia-Based Tamam Is Reshaping The Kingdom’s Micro-Financing Landscape

A look at how the first fintech company in KSA to receive a license for consumer micro-financing from the Saudi Central Bank is ensuring that diverse populations receive financial services on an equal footing.

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“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Keyper Raises US$4 Million In A Pre-Series A Round, And An Additional $30 Million In Sukuk Financing

With this influx of funds, Keyper is set to further digitize the UAE's rental ecosystem, while also allocating some amount towards innovating its rent-now-pay-later solution.

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Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed Urges Entrepreneurs To Leverage Regional Strengths Over Replicating Foreign Models

"I don't want the next Tesla or the next Uber- I want to know what makes you stand out without comparing yourself to a trillion-dollar company."

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Unlocking Potential: Raj Brahmbhatt, Founder, Zeebu

Raj Brahmbhatt, founder and CEO of UAE-based blockchain loyalty token platform Zeebu, believes his startup can positively shape the future of the global telecom industry

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based TranspRight Is Helping Create A More Sustainable Supply Chain Ecosystem In The Region

Through carbon emission tracking, TranspRight aims to optimize cargo deliveries in an inexpensive, efficient, and fast manner.

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With His Abu Dhabi-Based Enterprise PetRepublic, Mohamed Alzaabi Has Created A One-Stop-Shop For All Pet Care Services In The UAE

Alzaabi launched PetRepublic in 2022 as an app -available on the Apple Store as well as Google Play Store- that connects its users to a network of certified pet care centers in the UAE.

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Startup Spotlight: With A Mission To Develop Efficient Antigen Tests, Kazakhstan-Headquartered Arlan Biotech Makes Its Way To The UAE

Arlan BioTech utilizes artificial intelligence and machine learning to create a predictive model for nanobody sequences, which are highly specific to selected proteins.

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UAE-Born PureBorn Goes International By Launching Direct Distribution Of Its Eco-Friendly Baby Care Products In Europe

The decision behind PureBorn's international expansion is solely driven by an increasing demand for the venture's eco-conscious baby products.

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Scaling New Heights: Vishal Parmar, Founder And CEO, VAP Group

As Vishal Parmar's VAP Group gears up to host the Global AI Show and the Global Blockchain Show in Dubai in April, the founder discusses the secret to staying atop ever-changing tech trends.

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Finanshels Offers SMEs A Dedicated Finance Team At An Affordable Cost

Launched in September 2022, Finanshels currently has over 200 customers, with this figure growing at a rate of 30% per month.

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Calling All Luxury Car Aficionados: Supercar Blondie Founder Alex Hirschi Launches Global Digital Car Auction Platform, SBX Cars

"Our primary goal is that both seller and buyer are able to transact at a price that fairly reflects the true market value of the car with as little fees and logistical costs as possible."

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Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Egrobots Is Enabling Early Detection Of Crop Diseases In The MENA

Egrobots' robots can navigate complex terrain and confined spaces, ensuring access to hard-to-reach areas, and are equipped with sensors for comprehensive data collection.

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Startup Spotlight: With Its Flagship Multi Cancer Early Detection Tool, UAE-Based Detectiome Is Addressing Multiple Pain Points For Patients

Detectiome aims to address a number of issues, the first of which is the late detection of cancers, which is often when the disease has reached a terminal stage.

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Startup Spotlight: Here’s How UAE-Based Appro Is Simplifying Customer Onboarding For Banks

In its current iteration, the platform is able to help its users find for themselves the right credit cards, home loans, personal loans, as well as car loans.

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“We Got Funded!” Hong Kong-Headquartered Mantra Raises US$11 Million In A Funding Round Led By Shorooq Partners

Mantra aims to create more and more easily accessible investment opportunities, particularly in the Middle East and Asia.

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More From Aalia Mehreen Ahmed

Saudi Unicorns: Makkah-Based Salla Aims To Become The Go-To Platform For All E-Commerce Needs In KSA And Beyond

“We Got Funded!” Egypt-Based Synapse Analytics’ US$2 Million Funding Round Is Set To Expand Its Artificial Intelligence Technologies Across The GCC And Africa

India-Headquartered Stride Ventures Forays Into The GCC With US$1 Million Venture Debt Investment In UAE-Based Maalexi

“We Got Funded!” Egypt-Headquartered DoPay Raises US$13.5 Million In An Extension Of Its $18 Million Series A Round

Saudi Unicorns: Rewaa Is On A Mission To Become A Trusted Tech Partner For Retailers In Saudi Arabia And Beyond

Saudi Unicorns: Here’s How Telgani Has Become A Leader In Saudi Arabia’s Mobility Market

Saudi Unicorns: KSA-Based Unifonic Is Offering A One-Stop-Solution For Businesses To Digitally Communicate With Diverse Customer Bases

Navigating Necessity: How Lebanon’s 2019 Economic Collapse Led Rudy Younes To Build Two Startups That Are Now Hitting Six-Figure Revenues

Jane Khedair, Executive Director Of London Business School’s Institute of Entrepreneurship And Private Capital, On Writing The Ideal Business Plan

A Seal Of Security: UAE-Based DataPatrol Is Offering A Unique Way To Secure Organizational Information And Data

Building A Legacy: ANAX Holding Chairman Satish Sanpal

Sculpting Dreams: Having Expanded His Business To The UAE, Ukrainian Entrepreneur Dr. Maksym Ivanchuk Aims To Set New Standards In Cosmetic Care

Leading The Charge: Making The Case For Why Entrepreneurs Need To Introduce Innovation In The Menopause Care Market

Carla Bruni Has Been A Model, Singer, Songwriter, And First Lady Of France- And Now, She’s An Entrepreneur Too

For The Love Of Arab Art: Kalim ArtSpace Founder Kalim Bechara Aims To Introduce Emerging Arab Artists To The World

Gateway To Growth: Here’s How Saudi Arabia-Based Tamam Is Reshaping The Kingdom’s Micro-Financing Landscape

“We Got Funded!” UAE-Based Keyper Raises US$4 Million In A Pre-Series A Round, And An Additional $30 Million In Sukuk Financing

Prince Khaled bin Alwaleed Urges Entrepreneurs To Leverage Regional Strengths Over Replicating Foreign Models

Unlocking Potential: Raj Brahmbhatt, Founder, Zeebu

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based TranspRight Is Helping Create A More Sustainable Supply Chain Ecosystem In The Region

With His Abu Dhabi-Based Enterprise PetRepublic, Mohamed Alzaabi Has Created A One-Stop-Shop For All Pet Care Services In The UAE

Startup Spotlight: With A Mission To Develop Efficient Antigen Tests, Kazakhstan-Headquartered Arlan Biotech Makes Its Way To The UAE

UAE-Born PureBorn Goes International By Launching Direct Distribution Of Its Eco-Friendly Baby Care Products In Europe

Scaling New Heights: Vishal Parmar, Founder And CEO, VAP Group

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Finanshels Offers SMEs A Dedicated Finance Team At An Affordable Cost

Calling All Luxury Car Aficionados: Supercar Blondie Founder Alex Hirschi Launches Global Digital Car Auction Platform, SBX Cars

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Based Egrobots Is Enabling Early Detection Of Crop Diseases In The MENA

Startup Spotlight: With Its Flagship Multi Cancer Early Detection Tool, UAE-Based Detectiome Is Addressing Multiple Pain Points For Patients

Startup Spotlight: Here’s How UAE-Based Appro Is Simplifying Customer Onboarding For Banks

“We Got Funded!” Hong Kong-Headquartered Mantra Raises US$11 Million In A Funding Round Led By Shorooq Partners

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