This week, Lewis sits down with George Hojeige, Group CEO of Virtuzone, for an inspiring conversation between two entrepreneurs who have built thriving businesses in Dubai. Together, they discuss the city’s booming entrepreneurial scene, the rapid rise in business setups, and how Virtuzone has evolved to meet the needs of Dubai’s ever-growing community of innovators.

From taking risks and adapting to change, to leveraging Dubai’s forward-thinking ecosystem, Lewis and George share first-hand experiences and expert advice for anyone looking to start or scale a business in the UAE.

Tune in for valuable insights on why Dubai continues to be the ultimate destination for entrepreneurs and business growth.

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In this episode of Taking Care of Business, Lewis sits down with an unexpected agent - Gilles Bindels, a property developer turned real estate agent.

A highly successful developer across Europe and Dubai, Gilles has swapped the world of large-scale development for a new challenge as a real estate agent with Allsopp & Allsopp Private Office.

He reflects on his early start in property during his 20s in Monaco, his experience navigating the commercial real estate market in Luxembourg through the 2008 financial crisis, and his move into Dubai’s luxury property scene. Gilles also discusses his current focus on high-growth areas like waterfront communities, the power of specialised market knowledge, and why true expertise makes all the difference when working with clients.

For a different perspective from someone who’s been on the other side of the deal - this is the episode for you!

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Join Carl as he explores the fascinating world of hotel investment with Elie Milky, Chief Development Officer at Radisson Hotel Group.

They unpack the strategic side of hotel development across Dubai and the UAE, diving into how Radisson partners with investors, builds long-term strategies, and navigates both the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality investment space.

Carl uncovers why Radisson Hotel Group doesn’t actually own any of their hotels and why there’s still plenty of room in Dubai for them to double their portfolio!

If you’re an investor looking to diversify your portfolio, or simply curious about how hotel investment really works, this episode is for you!

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:11 Summer Travels and Experiences

00:49 Iceland Adventures

02:37 Team Retreat in Iceland

04:10 Role at Radisson Blue

04:29 Development Activities and Strategies

06:30 Focus on Key Markets

08:50 Growth Opportunities in Saudi Arabia

11:53 Expansion in Egypt and Greece

13:24 Hotel Performance Metrics

16:44 Management Models and Partnerships

19:54 Branding and Market Trends

23:04 Deal Processes and Networking

25:11 Discussing Business Opportunities in the UAE

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It's our 17th-anniversary special!

Sit down with Chairman, Lewis Allsopp and CEO, Carl Allsopp to get real about our journey. We reveal the Dubai investment secret that could have made you a millionaire, the biggest mistakes we made, and the wild "Plan B" that almost happened.

This is the unfiltered story of how a "total disaster" of a business plan grew into an empire.

Lewis and Carl share invaluable lessons and look back on how a small idea led to a billion-dollar journey.

Our concierge team is always on hand to help.

If you’re looking for more information on buying or renting with us, or are interested in any of our other services. Get in touch today:

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Allsopp & Allsopp are shaking up the market with their biggest agent transfer to date!

This week, Lewis sits down with Partner Jamal Tuzgani to explore the dynamic luxury community of Jumeirah Islands.

They discuss the thriving off-plan and secondary markets, the influx of high-net-worth buyers driving.

Lewis and Jamal also highlight the game changing addition to the team, joining forces with Jamal in the Jumeirah Islands team - turning former competitors into a powerhouse duo driving market growth.

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