This podcast explores the challenges and joy of transformation through successful examples so we are equipped with the secrets of Alchemy for the self, ventures or societies to be transformed into greater potential - ready for humanity's next giant leap. Join me on this journey of Growth and Evolution!
This podcast explores the challenges and joy of transformation through successful examples so we are equipped with the secrets of Alchemy for the self, ventures or societies to be transformed into greater potential - ready for humanity's next giant leap. Join me on this journey of Growth and Evolution!
Waliid Faza is a Partner at MSA Capital as well as a Partner and COO at MSA Novo. He has previously been a Partner and Investment Manager at Wamda Capital, and has a plethora of experience investing in ventures across the MENA region. #VentureCapital #MiddleEast #NorthAfrica #StartupEcosystem #Entrepreneurship #HistoricalComplexities #CulturalComplexities #Amman #Wamda #Failure #Success #BusinessModels #MENA #Asia #ResilientCompanies #EmergingMarkets #Microfinance #ChineseBusinessModels #SystemDrag #Infrastructure #MunicipalServices #Adaptability #StrategicTeam-Building #ChineseLineageVentureCapital #SiliconValley #COVID-19 #GovernmentSupport #SustainableGrowth #EconomicPower #China Read more about him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walidfaza (00:00) Exploring MENA Venture Capital and Startups (11:52) Entrepreneurship and Connections in Middle East (19:29) Lessons Learned From a Successful Entrepreneur (29:17) Traits of Entrepreneurs in Emerging Markets (36:40) Experience and Teamwork in Entrepreneurship (45:44) Chinese Business Models and Emerging Markets (51:41) Middle East Venture Capital Challenges