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Richard Bowker, CEO, Union Rail pt 1
As the process of constructing a 1,500km long railway across the UAE gets underway Phil Blizzard talks to Richard Bowker, CEO, Union Rail. With extensive experience in the railway industry, including senior positions with transport operators like Virgin Rail and National Express in the UK his track record is the starting point of this interview.
Charles Neil, CEO, Landmark Properties pt 2
The changing real estate landscape is a key topic as Charles Neil, CEO, Landmark Properties, talks to Phil Blizzard on how their organisation is adapting to the 'new order' in real estate and how this market sector is likely to evolve, but first his involvement with the start up of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).
Charles Neil, CEO, Landmark Properties pt 1
From being a professional banking expert, to being the current CEO of Landmark Properties, Charles Neil talks to Phil Blizzard on banking experiences in South America and Bahrain in the 80's and how the Middle East region surpassed recession in those times.
Ajaz Sheikh, Zuma Dubai pt 2 - hospitality and surviving the downturn
With a career history steeped in the London luxury hotel sector Ajaz Sheikh, Director of Operations, Zuma, Middle East talks to Phil Blizzard about the state of the luxury hospitality market and the focus needed in order to survive in these challenging times.
Ajaz Sheikh, Zuma Dubai pt 1 - luxury restaurant at DIFC
Ajaz Sheikh, Director of Operations, Zuma, Middle East talks to Phil Blizzard on what Zuma is all about, the evolution of this luxury restaurant brand and their positioning with-in the Dubai International Financial Centre.
Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari pt 2
Nad al Sheba's exclusive Al Barari development in Dubai and located in a royal enclave is often referred to as the billionaire's row . Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari talks to Phil Blizzard about their flagship development and the development of this project, along with his views on the real estate market.
Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari pt 1
Phil Blizzard talks to Mohammed bin Zaal, CEO, Al Barari, first about the evolution of their company and the key aspects of their Al Barari project. They are the only family owned and operated property developer in Dubai and their flagship development is in Dubai's royal enclave of Nad Al Sheba, with villas in the Dhs20m to Dhs50m price range.
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai pt 3 - upwards and onwards
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai talks to Phil Blizzard, in part 3, about the flight path ahead as Flydubai grows at an astonishing rate with new aircraft deliveries and route expansions, spreading its wings to many more destinations across its arena of operations.
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai pt 2 - fastest growing airline in the world
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai looks back over the first year of flight operations, starting with their debut service which was to Beirut. He also talks to Phil Blizzard about their expansion, which makes Flydubai the fastest growing airline in the world.
Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai pt 1- the start up with Emirates
Phil Blizzard talks to Ghaith al Ghaith, CEO, Flydubai as the low cost carrier, owned by the Government of Dubai, enters its second year of operations. In this part they talk about the fascinating start-up process of the fledgling airline which was done with the assistance of Emirates.
Marc Dardenne, CEO, Emaar Hospitality Group
After the opening in Dubai of the first Armani Hotel, Marc Dardenne, CEO, Emaar Hospitality Group talks to Phil Blizzard about the development of this new brand, as well as the Address Hotels. They also talk about their investment and development philosophy.
Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan
Phil Blizzard talks to Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) about the importance of winning the AHIC 2010 Leadership Award, their development strategy and the role of the Tourism Development Investment Company (TDIC).
Transguard Group pt 2 - breaking the cycle of poverty
Mike McGeever, MD, Transquard Group, in conversation with Phil Blizzard, talks about their positioning within the Emirates Group and his expectations for the next financial year. Plus their Corporate Social Responsibility activities, both locally and internationally, and what they have achieved with their event section hosting shows by Bob Geldof and Queen.
Transguard Group pt 1 - sights on economic upturn
With over 30,000 employees, across a range of sectors, Transguard Group LLC is more than just a security operator. Managing Director Mike McGeever talks to Phil Blizzard about their core business areas, which range from facility management to 'cash in transit'.
Arabian Adventures pt 2 - Congress Solutions
Frederic Bardin, Senior VP, Arabian Adventures & Congress Solutions International talks to Phil Blizzard about the large developing market of congresses, the opportunities for suppliers and what Dubai offers when hosting key events of upto 15,000 attendees.
