The Straight Up Start Up
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The Real Relationship Between Founders and Investors with Hisham Kassim
In this episode, we sit down with corporate lawyer Hisham Kassim to explore the less visible side of venture capital: the founder-investor relationship, governance, fast scaling, legal risk, and what it takes to build startups that creat...
From Idea to Impact: How Banks Are Backing Startups with Hala Zahran
In this episode of The Straight Up Start Up, we sit down with Hala Zahran, Head of AB Xelerate at Arab Bank, to explore how corporate venture capital (CVC) is shaping the future of innovation in the region. From scaling startups through real ba...
Venture Capital & Conviction with Omar Sati رأس المال المغامر والقناعة: عمر ساطي
In this episode of The Straight Up Start Up, we speak with Omar Sati, Co-Founder of DASH Ventures, about what truly scales startups. From early-stage investing in MENA to today’s funding volatility, Omar shares why conviction, fundamental...
Building Jordan’s Digital Future with H.E. Sami Smeirat
In this episode, we speak with H.E. Eng. Sami Smeirat, Jordan’s Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship, about turning national policy into real opportunity for startups and youth. From tackling unemployment to positioning Jordan as a ...
Hala Siraj: A Roadmap for Sustainable Entrepreneurship in Jordan
In this episode of The Straight Up Start Up, we sit down with Hala Siraj — from Uber and Talabat to FENA Holding and MENA Devs. We dive into how she’s using her global tech experience to empower youth, invest in local talent, and build a strong...