15. Building 16mm Bar: Hady Chehlaoui on Bringing His Vision to Life Amid Lebanon's Toughest Times

This week's Muse is Hady Chehlaoui, the owner of 16mm, a bar in the heart of Beirut's liveliest district Gemmayzeh. In this raw conversation, Hady takes us through his incredible journey of resilience, navigating some of Lebanon's most difficult challenges. From the upheaval of revolution and the global COVID pandemic to surviving the devastating 2020 Beirut blast, Hady shares how these events shaped both his business and personal life.But it’s not just about surviving, it's about thriving. Hady opens up about the importance of community, the hurdles of building a business in such a volatile environment, and the unbreakable spirit that has kept him moving forward. This is a powerful testament to the determination required to keep a vision alive in a city that constantly challenges you.LINKS:Follow 16mm bar here: https://www.instagram.com/16mm.beirut/?hl=enFollow Seat of the Muse socials here:https://www.instagram.com/seatofthemuse/https://www.tiktok.com/@yourhostcarine