Yalla! Let's Talk.

Yalla! Let's Talk.
Yalla! Let's Talk.

Changing the narrative, one conversation at a time. Hosted by Hani Dajani, each episode features conversations with creatives and experts about all things that matter to our community. Our mission is to make you feel heard, seen, and connected.

  1. How to Build, Buy, or Sell Your Startup l Ghassan Halazon

    4 MAR

    How to Build, Buy, or Sell Your Startup l Ghassan Halazon

    In this episode, Ghassan, Halazon one of Canada's top CEOs, shares his journey of building a successful startup, from tough lessons learned to navigating the world of valuations and exits. Get expert advice on attracting investors, raising capital, and negotiating in the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship. About Ghassan Halazon—a powerhouse entrepreneur who quit a Wall Street job at just 25 to chase his dreams of scaling a portfolio of coveted digital brands. Fast forward 15 years, and Ghassan has built, acquired or sold a dozen e-commerce companies that have driven cumulative sales approaching $1 billion from market-leading brand. Ghassan's journey is all about resilience and redefining success. Ghassan is also the proud honoree of Canada’s 40 Under 40. Episode Breakdown (00:00) Intro (03:00) Ghassan's History with Dragon's Den (05:44) How did one of Canada's top CEOs start his company? (10:25) Hard lessons learned from building a startup. (14:40) When and how to Exit/Sell Your Startup? (17:15) The truth about the valuation of your startup (19:45) Whether I should get an investor and build, or exit/sell my startup? (24:00) How do you even get an investor? (28:45) Best advice you'll hear on negotiations when it comes to capital raising (31:42) Community, support, and how change will come? (40:00) Conclusion Learn more about Ghassan: https://www.ghassanhalazon.com/ Linkedin: Ghassan Halazon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghassan-halazon/Instagram: instajee @ghalazon

    41 min
  2. From NAS to Drake, Arab Culture in Music & The rise of Arabic Hip Hop l NARCY

    11 FEB

    From NAS to Drake, Arab Culture in Music & The rise of Arabic Hip Hop l NARCY

    In this episode, we sit down with the multi-talented artist, NARCY, for an in-depth conversation about the music industry today. He shares his insights on the evolution of Arabic Hip Hop, the impact of cultural decolonization in music, and drops some solid advice for up-and-coming artists. NARCY is a groundbreaking Arabic Hip Hop artist known for his unique style and thought-provoking lyrics. He’s redefining the genre and inspiring the next generation of musicians with his innovative approach to music. (00:00) Intro (01:45) History of Arabic Hip Hop (9:40) Breaking Cultural Barriers (11:55) Arab Artists: The Best Advice You’ll Hear Today (17:10) Artist or Activist? Can You Be Both? (26:10) From Drake to "Arab Money": The Influence of Arab-ism in Hip-Hop (32:00) To Be An Arab: Anti-Exploitation, Identity, AI, and the Analog Revolution in NARCY's Music Special thanks to East Tea Can for the amazing hospitality! Check them out athttps://eastteacan.comYOU CAN LEARN MORE ABOUT NARCY Instagram: @narcynarce Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJVyZKc6xDAGWHCyeDv1AeQ YOU CAN FIND US: INSTAGRAM: @yallaletstalk TIKTOK: @yallaletstalk LISTEN TO YALLA! LET'S TALK.SPOTIFY:https://open.spotify.com/show/3ymbJTX...APPLE PODCASTS:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...ANGHAMI:https://play.anghami.com/podcast/1034...

    47 min

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Changing the narrative, one conversation at a time. Hosted by Hani Dajani, each episode features conversations with creatives and experts about all things that matter to our community. Our mission is to make you feel heard, seen, and connected.

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