Blueprints: Success Unscripted

The Story of How One Woman Built a Media and E-commerce Empire

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:30:00 +0000

In this episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Elsa, a seasoned strategy consultant turned successful entrepreneur. Elsa shares her inspiring story of leaving a secure job in consulting to co-found multiple successful digital media and e-commerce ventures in the Middle East. She talks about the challenges and triumphs of starting and scaling businesses, the dynamics of working with a life partner, and the importance of resilience and adaptability in entrepreneurship.

Highlights of the episode include:

- Elsa's transition from engineering to strategy consulting and eventually to entrepreneurship- The founding and growth of Ounousa and Sohati, leading digital media platforms- Navigating the challenges of working closely with a partner in both personal and professional realms- Insights on pivoting from media to e-commerce with Loolia Closet and SohatiCare- The current growth phase and the complexities of expanding into new markets- Elsa's advice for budding entrepreneurs on building a strong team and finding the right co-founderTune in to hear Elsa’s valuable experiences and advice that are sure to inspire business students, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to start their own venture. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation!

#Entrepreneurship #Startups #BusinessSuccess #WomenInBusiness #Ecommerce #DigitalMedia #StrategyConsulting #Leadership #Innovation #PodcastEpisode

From Pharma to Founding VR for Health: Denise Silber's Journey & Startup Hiring Secrets

Wed, 15 May 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Denise Silber, a Harvard alumna and powerhouse in the digital health and VR space, joins the InVentures Podcast! Denise shares her inspiring journey from the world of pharmaceuticals to founding her own company.We discuss the challenges and rewards of leaving a corporate career for the exciting (but often uncertain) world of startups.In this episode, you'll learn:- How Denise's background prepared her for the entrepreneurial leap.- The key differences between corporate and startup cultures.- Actionable recruiting KPIs for building a high-performing startup team.- The valuable resources offered by startup accelerators and incubators.Feeling stuck in a corporate rut and dreaming of starting your own business? This episode is your roadmap to making that dream a reality!

Elias Haddad: From Finance to Fashion with Boshies

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 10:04:00 +0000

This episode of Blueprints features Elias Haddad, founder of Boshies. Tune in to hear his story:

- Early career in finance & consulting
- Pivoting to entrepreneurship after a personal challenge
- Building Boshies from a unique niche

#Blueprints #Podcast

Navigating Turbulence: Corine Kiame's Journey Through Lebanon's Startup Resilience

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:25:18 +0000

In this episode, the President of The Lebanese League of Women in Business, Corine Kiame, and Lebnan discuss the dynamic landscape of Lebanon’s Startup Ecosystem from 2016 to the challenging events of 2019 and beyond. However Corine’s resilience & capitalistic mindset led her to stay and support Lebanon in her own way. Don’t miss a second of this episode, as you will gain insights into VC expectations, filtering processes, and invaluable advice for first-time fundraisers.

From Engineering to Finance, Samer’s unique journey to Entrepreneurship

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 10:21:53 +0000

From real estate to finance, Samer shares his journey of building Lebanon's first coworking spaces, transitioning to finance, and offering on-demand CFO services. Join us as we discuss topics like career shifts, education, startup funding, and the essence of entrepreneurship.

Cherif Massoud: Revolutionizing Dentistry with BASMA

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Our latest episode featuring Dr. Cherif Massoud, CEO of BASMA.com. Explore his journey from a traditional orthodontic family to leading a modern dental care venture. Learn how he's steering BASMA.com towards success and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way.

Introducing Karin Gabriel: The Innovation Advocate

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Step into the world of innovation and startups with Karin Gabriel, a visionary in emerging technologies. Her journey has taken her from public sectors to large corporations, and now she's on a mission to build innovation communities worldwide.

Maxime Arnulf's unconventional path to entrepreneurship

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Maxim Arnulf, Managing Director at Hook VC, takes us on a journey from corporate to startup life. Join us as we explore the dynamic world of entrepreneurship on our podcast episode.#Entrepreneurship #StartupAdventure #Innovate

Agility, Feedback, and Startup Growth: A Conversation with Sami Abou Saab

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Meet Sami Abou Saab, the Cofounder & Managing Partner of Speed and ex-CEO of Skype products at Microsoft. In this episode of Blueprints, we dive deep into Sami's journey as an entrepreneur, from his early beginnings to his successful track record of impact on 42 startups. Don't miss out on his insightful advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.