Minting Unicorns - Blockchain, AI and Dubai, with Imad Gharazeddine, CEO of Mamo

Today, we are releasing another episode in our series entitled Minting Unicorns - Blockchain, AI and Dubai, sponsored by the City of Dubai. Dubai is the new global center of gravity, connecting the world in a way few places can. As a hub for trade, tourism, innovation, and finance, Dubai offers the ideal environment for startups and scale-ups to thrive. Entrepreneurs find a home here, whether in health-tech, fintech, AI, or renewable energy, supported by SME-focused programs that empower high-potential companies to scale globally. From flexible regulations to tax incentives, world-class infrastructure to access to global investors managing $1 trillion, Dubai understands what businesses need to scale fast. In this episode, we are excited to speak with Imad Gharzeddine, the visionary CEO and Co-Founder of Mamo, a pioneering fintech platform simplifying payments and empowering businesses in the MENA region.Questions: Tell us and our audience a little bit about yourself and the journey that led you to founding Mamo.What is Mamo, and what specific problem are you solving in the fintech space?Mamo is often described as a company simplifying payments for businesses and individuals in the region. What inspired this mission, and how has the journey been so far?What fundamental principles guided the creation of the product, and how has it evolved over time?Why did you choose Dubai as the base for Mamo? What advantages does the city offer to startups in the fintech space?What opportunities have you capitalized on that you believe are unique to Dubai or the MENA region?Mamo is known for promoting financial inclusion. How do your products and services cater to underserved communities in the region?"How does Mamo incorporate cutting-edge technologies, like AI or blockchain, into its offerings to stay ahead of the curve?As a leader, what’s your approach to building a strong and innovative team at Mamo?What lessons have you learned as a CEO scaling a fintech startup in such a competitive and rapidly evolving market?With Dubai emerging as a fintech hub, where do you see the industry heading in the next decade?What advice would you give to fintech startups or entrepreneurs looking to expand into Dubai or the broader MENA region?Linkshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/imadgharazeddine/https://www.mamopay.com/https://blockchaincenter.ae/https://dubaiaicampus.com/https://www.difc.ae/ https://www.investindubai.gov.ae/en/why-dubai/d33-agendaCheckout our episode stacks on Stacklist! https://stacks.codestory.co/ Hosted by Noah Labhart | Technical Founder & Startup Mentor.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy