? Joining the roster of podcasts catering to people interested in entrepreneurship and success stories is Flavors of Ambition, created by BCG. With only four episodes under its belt since launching last April, the show has already featured some big names who have come on to share their stories, experiences, and thoughts on what’s next for the Middle East.

Success stories straight from the Arab world: Hosted by seasoned journalist Ramia Faraj, the show digs into what’s driving tech and entrepreneurial growth across the MIddle East and North Africa. Each episode brings in experts and trailblazers from different departments and industries — from logistics and supply chains to energy, commerce, and AI.

Business gets personal: The episodes don’t just talk business (though that’s important too). Things get more personal as each guest opens up about the life experiences that shaped their careers and sparked their entrepreneurial spirit. This personal approach turns what could be just another interview into something much more intimate.

Fadi Ghandour’s blueprint for innovation: Faraj’s discussion with Jordanian entrepreneur and investor Fadi Ghandour, co-founder and CEO of Aramex, takes listeners along his life journey — from his mother’s cooking to proven strategies for running a successful business at scale. This provides a comprehensive view of how he was able to build one of the region’s most important shipping and supply chain companies and put it on the world stage, making Aramex — now operating in 58 countries — the first Arab company to list on the Nasdaq.

Ghandour makes it clear that entrepreneurs need to stay connected to their communities, understanding local problems and working toward real solutions. He and Faraj are joined by Akram Awad, partner and managing director at BCG, who offers his own insights on building innovative, healthy entrepreneurial systems that can support ambitious dreamers no matter where they are.

Why this podcast deserves a spot on your must-listen list: It creates a space where up-and-coming entrepreneurs and change-makers — or anyone driven by their passion and ambition to innovate — can get solid advice, guidance, and real inspiration from experts and pioneers who have made it happen right here in the region.

WHERE TO FIND IT- You can listen to Flavors of Ambition on Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Anghami | Amazon Music

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