In this episode, we speak with Neil Orvay, Founder of Evolution U. A Harvard Law-trained negotiation expert, Neil brings over 30 years of international business experience across Dubai, Hong Kong, Sydney, and London.

With a background in investment banking and as a certified Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) trainer, he has coached more than 5,000 executives across sectors, helping them build key skills in business psychology.

A must-listen for leaders and managers looking to strengthen their skills in:

- Negotiation

- Sales psychology

- Perception management

- Persuasion

- Influence

In this episode, we have Madeleine Mendy, Partner at Bin Sevan Advocates, and the powerhouse behind one of Dubai’s top family law practices.

With over two decades of legal experience in England and the UAE, Madeleine is a go-to expert for high-net-worth divorces, child custody battles, and complex cross-border cases.

In this episode, she shares what it’s really like navigating divorce law in the Gulf, how Sharia-based personal status law impacts expats, and why international recognition of divorce matters.

Whether you are a legal professional, expat or just curious about family law in Dubai, this episode will open your eyes to several important considerations.

How does health insurance work in the UAE - and what should you know before moving?

In this episode, Leah Cotterill, CEO of Cigna Healthcare Middle East & Africa, joins Katy Holmes to discuss key aspects of the healthcare landscape in Dubai and the wider UAE.

Topics include:

* Health insurance in the Middle East

* The role of employers and employee responsibility

* Current trends and challenges in the healthcare system

* How the UAE compares to the UK and US

* The importance of health literacy and awareness

This episode will help employers understand their healthcare responsibilities and is especially useful for anyone planning a move to the UAE.

On this episode, we are joined by Richard Fitzgerald, CEO and Founder of Augustus Media, an award-winning modern media company operating in the UAE and KSA. Augustus Media is the force behind popular platforms like Lovin Dubai, Lovin Saudi, and Smashi. With a career in media and advertising that began in 2006, Richard brings insights from his experience at agencies across Ireland, the UK, and the GCC.

In this episode we’re speaking with Ramy Jallad who is the Group CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). Ramy has over 30+ years in business development, FDI attraction and digital transformation and is a key figure in the UAE’s business landscape. Under Ramy’s leadership, RAKEZ is growing into one of the largest economic zones in the region, supporting thousands of companies from around the world.

In this episode, Katy sits down with Pete Henderson, the founder and CEO of E2G FOOD, a UK-headquartered social enterprise on a mission to feed communities in need across the globe.

Tune in to hear everything about:

- Their innovative, sustainable food solution, kind to both people and the planet

- Why they chose the UAE as their MENA base

- Their business model

- How to support or get involved with E2G FOOD

For this episode, we spoke to Dustyn and Luke who founded HEMO Data in 2022 to help organisations leverage and transform their data into a strategic asset for growth. Over the past few years Hemo Data has grown to a team of 20 and a customer base of over 50 customers.

In this episode, we spoke to 3x Olympian, founder of ROAR Fitness and BCCD Member Sarah Lindsay.

ROAR Fitness is the only London and Dubai based personal training gym that offers clients an Olympic-style training experience. Their highly experienced team of nutritionists, strength coaches and world-class personal trainers provide the most comprehensive, results-oriented training experience imaginable.

Catch her full conversation with Katy and Neil to hear all of this and more!

• Sarah’s story and how she went from winning the Olympics to starting her own business

• Why she decided to expand to Dubai

• Her experience of setting up a new business in Dubai VS London

• How Sarah applies her Olympic planning and thinking to her business

Catch her full conversation with Katy and Neil to hear all of this and more!

To find out more about ROAR Fitness, click here: https://www.roar-fitness.com/

In this episode, we're joined by reputation expert Michael Farrant.

Michael is the Founder and CEO of Farrant Group, a global strategic communications firm specialising in managing the reputation of leading companies, political organisations and private individuals.

With expertise in navigating some of the world's most complex communications challenges, Michael brings invaluable insights to this episode.

In this episode, we are joined by Jill Davidson, Vice Consul of the Consular Team at the British Embassy in Dubai.

Jill shares vital information and guidance for UAE residents in Dubai and their visitors, including the essential “dos and don'ts” for British expats in the UAE.

This episode is a must-listen.

Join us for the full conversation with Katy Holmes and Neil Sheth.