We look at different ways to access capital for startups with: 

Tala Khlat, who's Director of Philanthropy for Dubai Holding

Peter Tavener, CEO and Co-founder of Beehive

Omar Al Yawer, Partner and Chief Capital Formation Officer at Ruya Partners

We look at different ways to access capital for startups with:&nbsp;
Tala Khlat, who's Director of Philanthropy for Dubai Holding
Peter Tavener, CEO and Co-founder of Beehive
Omar Al Yawer, Partner and Chief Capital Formation Officer at Ruya Partners

The Agenda’s Tom Urquhart and our partners at Virtuzone discuss the big issues affecting startups and SME’s in the region. Hear everything you need to know about starting your own business from getting a license to growing your company. Highlights include interviews with entrepreneurs and experts, covering topics including e-commerce, leadership and how to get investors for your business.

The Agenda’s Tom Urquhart and our partners at Virtuzone discuss the big issues affecting startups and SME’s in the region. Hear everything you need to know about starting your own business from getting a license to growing your company. Highlights include interviews with entrepreneurs and experts, covering topics including e-commerce, leadership and how to get investors for your business.

Starting Up with Virtuzone Podcast

Starting Up with Virtuzone

Access to funding for all startup stages 

On the final Starting Up with Virtuzone before the summer break, Katie Chambers and Paul Bryson from Virtuzone are joined by Dan Ashburn, CEO and Founder of the Titan Network, and product development and supply chain expert Kian Golzari to explore what it really takes to build a successful e-commerce business in 2026. From identifying winning products and avoiding costly sourcing mistakes to launching online, growing sales, automating key processes and scaling a brand, the discussion is packed with practical advice and real-world insights for entrepreneurs looking to start or grow an online business.

On the final Starting Up with Virtuzone before the summer break, Katie Chambers and Paul Bryson from Virtuzone are joined by Dan Ashburn, CEO and Founder of the Titan Network, and product development and supply chain expert Kian Golzari to explore what it really takes to build a successful e-commerce business in 2026. From identifying winning products and avoiding costly sourcing mistakes to launching online, growing sales, automating key processes and scaling a brand, the discussion is packed with practical advice and real-world insights for entrepreneurs looking to start or grow an online business.

Building a Successful E-commerce Business: From Product Idea to Scaling for Growth

Blurb:Georgia Tolley and Paul Bryson speak to executive communication strategist Maher Elusini about presence, influence and the habits that help leaders communicate with clarity. They also learn about confidence and self-worth with. Luke Mind Power.

Blurb:Georgia Tolley and Paul Bryson speak to executive communication strategist Maher Elusini about presence, influence and the habits that help leaders communicate with clarity. They also learn about confidence and self-worth with. Luke Mind Power.

Speak Like a Leader

Tom Urquhart and Neil Petch find out why summer could be one of the most underrated growth seasons for founders and SMEs.

Pedro Antunes from PCA Events joins the show to talk about preparation, planning and what businesses should be doing when the pace slows down.

Then Lauren Hamilton, Founder and General Manager of Ride Skipper, shares what it takes to build momentum, win support, and keep growing a business that solves a very real Dubai problem.

A practical conversation about using the quieter months properly — before the busy season comes rushing back.

 

Tom Urquhart and Neil Petch find out why summer could be one of the most underrated growth seasons for founders and SMEs.
Pedro Antunes from PCA Events joins the show to talk about preparation, planning and what businesses should be doing when the pace slows down.
Then Lauren Hamilton, Founder and General Manager of Ride Skipper, shares what it takes to build momentum, win support, and keep growing a business that solves a very real Dubai problem.
A practical conversation about using the quieter months properly &mdash; before the busy season comes rushing back.
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