Amirhossein Farzaneh shares his journey from gym owner in Iran to tech founder in Dubai. In this episode, he and Angela Thomas explore how to turn passion for sports into a scalable business model, and why human connection remains the strongest asset in the age of AI. You’ll learn: – Why community and connection are the real drivers of growth – How to balance digital scalability with authenticity – What it takes to start before you’re ready and learn on the way A conversation full of energy, purpose, and humility, recorded in Dubai for the Skillionaires Podcast.

In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas talks with Sebastian Scheplitz, a seasoned entrepreneur and growth mentor with over 25 years in leadership and marketing. Born in Leipzig in the 80s, Sebastian grew up in times of change, a mindset that still drives his approach to scaling companies today. From leading a school council to coaching basketball teams and building multiple startups to successful exits, his story is about adaptability, clarity, and the discipline behind sustainable growth. He shares: - how leadership principles from sports translate into business scaling, - why timing matters more than speed when hiring, - what makes or breaks a founder partnership, - and how to build teams that can win their own “Champions League.” Sebastian now works as a fractional CMO/CEO and mentor for founders, helping businesses move from 0→1, 1→10, and 10→100 – with focus, structure, and heart. 👉 Connect with Sebastian: 🌐 www.sebastianscheplitz.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastianscheplitz/ 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sebastian.scheplitz

What does it take to build a thriving business in the world’s fastest-growing city — at just nineteen? In this episode, Khaled Mohamed shares how he turned his vision into Dubai’s leading personal-branding agency for real-estate professionals. We talk about mindset, courage, and the power of scaling smart, not fast. From learning through mistakes to hiring the right team, Khaled’s journey is a masterclass in clarity and bold execution. Topics: 💰 From zero to six figures before 20 🏙️ How Dubai’s market shaped his strategy 🎯 The shift from lead generation to personal branding 🧩 Building systems and teams under pressure 🤝 Why mentorship matters when you scale

In this episode of The Skillionaires, Angela speaks with Mitch Bittermann, CEO of Dubai Commerce City, about how smart commerce is reshaping the future of business in the Middle East. From his roots in Germany to leadership roles across Asia, Mitch shares how structure, culture, and curiosity led him to build one of Dubai’s most forward-thinking free zones — an ecosystem where startups, investors, and global brands grow together. Discover what it takes to scale sustainably, balance technology with humanity, and turn a free zone into a thriving community of innovation.

In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas sits down with Flo Akinbiyi – global presenter, speaker, and communication coach. He has trained over 2,500 professionals and supported 200+ brands, working with names like Ferrari, IBM, Oxford University and Abu Dhabi Finance Week. Discover how voice, presence, and authenticity become the ultimate leverage for scaling brands and leadership. Flo Akinbiyi shares his personal journey from Toastmasters to global stages and explains how powerful communication can transform not just business, but identity.

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Angela welcomes Jim Menter, founder of Investmenter Real Estate LLC (Dubai), a leading voice in strategic wealth scaling. Jim Menter shares how he moved from being a traditional investor to becoming a Wealth Scaler: someone who multiplies not just capital, but also mindset, strategy, and long-term impact. We talk about: 💭 Mindset shifts that create true wealth 📈 Strategies for scaling portfolios and opportunities ⚡ Common blind spots ambitious entrepreneurs miss 🌍 The future of wealth creation and legacy Whether you’re a founder, investor, or simply serious about financial freedom: This conversation delivers clarity and inspiration without the jargon.

In this trailer, host Angela Thomas shares why Skillionaires was created and what this podcast is all about: 👉 Sustainability over hype 👉 Clarity over chaos 👉 Strategies that scale – stories that stick. If you’re a founder, leader, or high performer who’s tired of posting just for the sake of posting, this is your space. Angela explains why so many talented people remain invisible despite great ideas – and how Skillionaires closes that gap: Where business meets boldness, where brand meets strategy, where clarity becomes your currency. This trailer gives you a first taste of what to expect: real founders, real strategies, real stories.