We asked businesses that depend on tourists visiting the emirate. 

Nada Badran, Founder of Wander with Nada

Dean Jarvis, Director of Operations of Sunset Hospitality Group

 

Plus, we get to know the guys behind UAE-made clothing company Old Pal, Charlie and Matt.

 

We asked businesses that depend on tourists visiting the emirate.&nbsp;
Nada Badran, Founder of Wander with Nada
Dean Jarvis, Director of Operations of Sunset Hospitality Group
&nbsp;
Plus, we get to know the guys behind UAE-made clothing company Old Pal, Charlie and Matt.
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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

Are tourists ready to visit Dubai again? 

All you questions about UAE tax deadlines and e-invoicing, answered by John Casey, Managing Director of TaxReady by Virtuzone. 

Business owner Jake Gardner, owner of PBI Middle East, shares his experience transitioning from a tax-free business towards compliance. 

And what does it take to create an app that lets you save money? Cence Founder Amaar Khan talks pitching, funding and developing an app. 

All you questions about UAE tax deadlines and e-invoicing, answered by John Casey, Managing Director of TaxReady by Virtuzone.&nbsp;
Business owner Jake Gardner, owner of PBI Middle East, shares his experience transitioning from a tax-free business towards compliance.&nbsp;
And what does it take to create an app that lets you save money? Cence Founder Amaar Khan talks pitching, funding and developing an app.&nbsp;

UAE businesses, are you tax-ready? 

Walid Antabli co-founded HalaPop to create a healthy soft drink for the UAE and GCC market. 

And events season is upon us! How busy will the city be until the end of the year? 

We her from Sumaira Isaacs, President of The Events Group, and General Manager of Gulf Dunes and Diji Shujahi, Director at Pinnacle Events and Urban A to Z

Walid Antabli co-founded HalaPop to create a healthy soft drink for the UAE and GCC market.&nbsp;
And events season is upon us! How busy will the city be until the end of the year?&nbsp;
We her from Sumaira Isaacs, President of The Events Group, and General Manager of Gulf Dunes and Diji Shujahi, Director at Pinnacle Events and Urban A to Z

A new homegrown drink and a busy events season 

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.

Are tourists ready to visit Dubai again?

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