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Despite Massive Challenges, CEO Successfully Launches his startup Urent, set to become the first Airbnb of Mobility.

  Regulation Hurdles & the Crushing Economic Effect of a Pandemic Could Not Keep Founder & CEO Omar Al Ashi from Realizing His Dream to Create the Airbnb of Mobility Dubai— When faced with the complications of regulation barriers and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Omar Al Ashi had to fight against all odds to realize the dream of his vehicle sharing startup. Today, after...

Ascots & Chapels Autumn/Winter 2020- 2021 Collection: Heritage Redefined

  Ascots and Chapels, the British luxury tailoring house that specializes in creating fine, personalized, and bespoke garments for discerning gentlemen; has always been at the forefront of shaping trends ever since they opened the business in 1871. Poised to transform the wardrobe into an artistic suite, they have infused traditional tailoring techniques with modern design principles in their...

LE GRAND REOPENING AT SOFITEL DUBAI JUMEIRAH BEACH WITH EXCITING STAYCATION OFFERS

  *Dubai, October 4, 2020 – Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach, is set under an infinite summer sky located in the très chic part of town- The Walk, the promenade at the beachfront leisure destination, “The Beach”, where the holiday spirit is always in fashion and the days are eternally long.  Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach welcomes all guests to where the land meets the azure waters of the Arabian...

Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai is bringing good food and good vibes into your weekend with a great family-oriented Friday brunch with pool access

Dubai, UAE, 14th September 2020:  Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai, a home considered by many is concocting a fun and deliciously infused weekend brunch that the whole family can revel as it launches its Friday Brunch with pool access starting October. The hotel’s main restaurant that offers a 24-hour dining service, Bien, will be donning a deliciously decorated brunch spread every...

AladdinB2B is Revolutionizing the Trade Show and Exhibition Industry After COVID-19

Aladdin is blazing a new path forward in virtual trading and collaboration. And with COVID-19 cutting off opportunities for trade shows and events left-and-right, Aladdin is exactly the solution that the multi-billion-dollar trade show industry needs to survive. It’s a unique platform where well profiled visitors can trade with their matched exhibitors using the power of technology.      ...

Emirates Driving Institute wins RoSPA Award for fleet safety

Dubai, July 26, 2020: Emirates Driving Institute, based in Dubai, is celebrating its success after landing an internationally-recognized award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. Emirates Driving Institute has received a RoSPA Fleet Safety Trophy for working hard to ensure its staff, customers, suppliers, contractors, and partners get home safely to their families at the end of...

License renewal – A guide to saving costs

 Choosing the right place Licensing regulations for businesses operating in Dubai’s free zones and its mainland are different. This is important information to know and understand, if you’re considering where to set up a business in the city, as regulations correspond to different advantages and limitations in each jurisdiction. This way you can make the right choice for revenue optimisation,...

How to invoice international clients

Here’s a few things to keep in mind for a new business startup when invoicing international clients:   List the details It is mandatory to issue an invoice for any product or service that is up for sale in the UAE. In addition to detailing the nature of the work, it also needs to include the following: -       Complete customer (name and address) and supplier information, including the...

How to create a company culture

These are all rather abstract questions, and tough to know the answers to before you actually start work, which can seem like a big risk. How do I know if I’ll succeed in a work environment I know next to nothing about?   If these are questions job seekers are thinking about, that’s a clear sign employers need to be thinking about responses if they want to attract the best applicants and build...

Benefits of starting your business in Ramadan

However, this should not deter new entrepreneurs from opening a business in Dubai during the Holy Month. When examined closely, we see that the Ramadan routine actually brings with it certain strategic advantages for business owners. Below we examine just some of those benefits.     Ramadan offers opportunities to extend your network   For entrepreneurs who are new to Dubai and looking to...

How to implement the perfect employee incentive scheme

Business startups in the UAE tend to offer two main kinds of incentives to employees: cash bonuses and stock ownership.    Cash bonuses  Simply put, cash bonuses are pre-set payments that are awarded to employees when their performance empowers the company to fulfil certain objectives. Some companies choose to offer annual bonuses to staff; others stagger payments over a more extended time...

5 Women Entrepreneurs Making Waves in Dubai

Here are five entrepreneurial women that you should definitely know about.   Nadine Mezher – SARWA Cofounder of financial investment and advisory firm, Sarwa, Nadine Mezher wanted to start a business that made financial loans more accessible to new and young startup owners in Dubai. Partnered with a Canadian team, and now the chief managing officer, her company offers minimum-account options,...

Why entrepreneurs are changing the face of Dubai

Let’s look at how Dubai has evolved with this transition.    A vibrant business sector   Dubai has come a long way since its oil-dependent days prior to the 1970s. Where once more than half of its GDP was derived from the oil industry, this percentage has now declined to less than 1%.    Today, Dubai owes its growing GDP to a number of different industries, including wholesale and retail...

Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts Dubai brews up aromatic Coffee Cuisine menu featuring inventive dishes brought to life with a dash of barista magic

       Guests are invited to experience the brand’s legendary coffee like never before at hotel and resort locations at Movenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate, Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach, Grand Plaza Movenpick Media City, Movenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown, and Movenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai this March   Dubai, 5 March 2020: Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, a leading brand within the Accor...

Schooling in the UAE- What to consider?

Here’s an overview of schooling in the UAE:  Schooling in the UAE is mandatory for all kids aged 6 to 18.  It is overseen by the Ministry of Education (MoE), and additional local governing bodies in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah. The local bodies involved are: Abu Dhabi: Department of Education and Knowledge Dubai: Dubai Education Council and Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) ...

External Approvals – How to Ensure Your Business is Set for Success

As a new business setup in Dubai, your company may need to apply for approvals from other government departments in order for your license to be issued and remain valid. It’s important to know what regulations you need to follow to meet the requirements to start a business in Dubai and how to fulfill them so that you don’t run the risk of getting shut down or paying costly fines – and so that...

Can You Sponsor Your Dependents in Dubai?

Thankfully, just like a company formation in Dubai sponsoring dependents in Dubai is generally a straightforward process, allowing families to relocate to the UAE together. Below are some requirements and points to consider when sponsoring dependents in Dubai.   Recent Changes  Family sponsorship is now more accessible than ever before. As of July 2019, an expat may sponsor their spouse and...