Lamis Abualkheir | Founder, FoodSwap AI | Episode 51 | Girls In Movement | Podcast Series

In this episode of the Girls in Movement Podcast, Polly Dhaliwal sits down with Lamis Abualkheir, Founder and CEO of FoodSwap, recorded live from Web Summit Qatar. FoodSwap is an innovative food technology platform building AI-powered interactive menus designed to help restaurants better understand their customers while creating more personalised dining experiences. In this conversation, Lamis shares her journey building a startup at the intersection of food technology and artificial intelligence, and what it takes to grow a company as a female founder navigating the startup ecosystem. Together we discuss: • How AI is transforming the restaurant and hospitality industry • The reality of raising investment as a startup founder • Why confidence and resilience matter in entrepreneurship • The importance of building meaningful relationships with investors • The future of personalised food experiences Lamis also reflects on the mindset required to build a company from the ground up, and why staying curious and confident can open doors in the startup world. This episode was recorded live from Web Summit Qatar, surrounded by founders, innovators and leaders shaping the future of technology. About Girls in Movement Girls in Movement is a not-for-profit platform dedicated to empowering girls and young women through education, confidence building and entrepreneurship. Through the podcast, Polly Dhaliwal speaks with female founders, creators and leaders from around the world to share real stories and inspire the next generation.