The AURA Skypool Podcast is back with a special episode! Host Kubi Springer welcomes Doug Sweeny and George Abbott to discuss Oura's exciting expansion into the Middle East. Get the inside scoop on their marketing approach, the importance of authentic content, and why Dubai is the perfect backdrop for their latest chapter. Watch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #OuraRing #GeorgeAbbott #DougSweeny #WomensHealth #HealthTech #BrandConsistency #WellnessInnovation #AuraSkypool

What defines the role of an editor in today’s media landscape?Kubi Springer sits down with Matthew Priest, Editorial Director of Esquire Middle East, to unpack what it really takes to lead a modern publication.From shaping powerful stories and protecting brand identity to navigating the commercial side of media, this conversation goes behind the scenes of an industry that never stands still.Media isn’t static. It’s constantly moving. And leading within it takes clarity, instinct, and vision.Watch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #MatthewPriest #EsquireMiddleEast #MediaIndustry #EditorialLeadership #BrandIntegrity #Entrepreneurship #AuraSkypool

What does it really take to scale a hospitality brand globally?Antonio Gonzalez breaks down how Sunset Hospitality evolved from its early foundations into a fast-growing international powerhouse. From bold vision and strategic expansion to building the right teams, he shares the mindset and structure behind their exponential growth.If you're looking to expand your business and create lasting global impact, this episode is packed with insight.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #AntonioGonzalez #BusinessGrowth #GlobalExpansion #Entrepreneurship #AuraSkypool

What does it really mean to belong?In this conversation, Kubi Springer and Afnan Khalifa explore identity, judgment, and the quiet loneliness that comes with starting over. From moving from Saudi Arabia to Canada at just 18 to navigating a world where she often felt misunderstood, Afnan reflects on the search for acceptanc, and how that journey ultimately led to self-awareness, resilience, and growth.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #AfnanKhalifa #Identity #PersonalGrowth #WomenInBusiness #Mindset #auraskypool

In this episode of the AURA Podcast, Kubi Springer sits down with Delphine Lefay, co-founder of OnTheList, to discuss the brand’s mission of sustainability in luxury fashion. They explore the company’s rapid expansion across seven international markets, the power of bootstrapping a business, and how the platform has grown to over 500,000 members worldwide.Watch the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #DelphineLefay #OnTheList #SustainableFashion #LuxuryRetail #Entrepreneurship #bootstrapping

In this episode of the AURA Podcast, Kubi Springer sits down with Olivia Phillips, Editor-in-Chief of Harper’s Bazaar Arabia. Having interviewed global icons including Victoria Beckham, Stella McCartney, and Marc Jacobs, Olivia shares her perspective on fashion as an art form, the evolution of media, and the importance of telling meaningful stories, particularly those of women in the region.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #OliviaPhillips #HarpersBazaarArabia #FashionJournalism #BrandStorytelling #CreativeVoices

In this episode of the AURA Podcast, Kubi Springer sits down with Giorgio Turri, Managing Director of Ferrari, for an insightful conversation about how the brand adapted during COVID while continuing to deliver exceptional experiences.Giorgio shares how Ferrari has built a unique sense of scarcity, cultivated an extraordinary community, and turned clients into some of their strongest ambassadors, united by what they proudly call the Ferrari family. Of course, no conversation would be complete without exploring Formula 1 and Ferrari’s vision for the future, including electric cars. A conversation about innovation, presence, and the power of community in building a legendary brand.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #GiorgioTurri #Ferrari #AuthorityByAvantgarde #LuxuryLeadership #BrandExperience #Innovation #Motorsports #CreativeVoices

From Ferrari’s Managing Director to the Chairman and CEO of Sunset Hospitality Group, from Harper’s Bazaar and Esquire editors to celebrity chef Jason Atherton, Season Four of the AURA Podcast brings together some of the most influential voices across fashion, media, hospitality, motorsports, and culture.Filmed high above Dubai, the AURA Podcast continues to spotlight leaders, creatives, and disruptors who are redefining success on their own terms. Hosted by Kubi Springer, Global Marketing Director and Head of Authority by AVANTGARDE, each episode explores mindset, leadership, creativity, and the journeys behind remarkable careers.This season also features voices from Ferrari, Chalhoub Group, Estée Lauder Companies, On The List, Sunset Hospitality Group, and more, culminating in one of the most unforgettable interviews yet with Gatsby Randolph.New episodes every week on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #AURASkypool #LeadershipPodcast #CreativeVoices #Entrepreneurship #LuxuryLifestyle #MindsetMatters #BusinessLeadership #SeasonFour

In this episode of the AURA Podcast, Kubi Springer sits down with Toni Black, CEO of House of Black. A creative force and industry trailblazer, Toni shares her journey of rising within the world of luxury interiors and navigating what is often an old boys’ network with resilience, belief, and perseverance.From iconic projects such as Home Bakery in the Middle East, the Ritz in Europe, and Liberty in London, Toni shares her insights on the power of creativity, self-belief, and perseverance. This is a truly inspiring conversation for anyone aspiring to build a career in the creative industries and beyond.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #ToniBlack #BlackSheepInteriors #LuxuryInteriors #AuthorityByAvantgarde #CreativeLeadership #WomenInDesign #CreativeVoices #DesignInspiration

In this episode of the AURA Podcast, Kubi Springer sits down with Maria Khairallah, Art Director at Estée Lauder Companies, one of the most iconic names in beauty and luxury. With a strong background in fashion and luxury, Maria brings a sharp creative eye and strategic vision to one of the world’s most influential beauty houses.She offers an inside look into how she built her career as an art director and pulls back the curtain on what it truly takes to create impactful, culturally relevant campaigns in the beauty industry. A conversation exploring creativity, brand heritage, and how legacy brands continue to connect with Gen Z.Watch and listen now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.www.auraskypool.com#AURAPodcast #KubiSpringer #MariaKhairallah #EsteeLauder #BeautyIndustry #AuthorityByAvantgarde #CreativeLeadership #LuxuryBranding #GenZMarketing #CreativeVoices