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I Wanna GROW Podcast, Doha (2026)

25/08/2026

Building a purpose-driven startup takes more than just a business plan it takes a deep commitment to community and impact.

In this episode of The I Wanna GROW Podcast, host Steve Mackie sits down with Ibrahima Mbaye, Founder of Mas'Oul App. They discuss everything from Ibrahima's journey from Senegal to engineering success in France, to why he chose Qatar as the ultimate hub to launch a platform merging corporate social responsibility (CSR), ESG targets, and employee well-being.

Watch the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/4dVtIMEm1yw

Host: Steve Mackie (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemackiesolutionsfour/) from Business Start-Up Qatar

Guest: Ibrahima Mbaye (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ikmbaye/), Founder, Mas'Oul App

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19/08/2026

Why Mas'Oul Chose Qatar for Growth

Discover how ESG strategy and ESG targets drive corporate social responsibility (CSR). In this teaser, Ibrahima Mbaye, Founder of Mas'Oul App, shares his social impact business journey.

Stay tuned for the full episode on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ Steve Mackie from ⁠Business-StartUpQatar
𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://www.businessstartupqatar.com/

𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Ibrahima Mbaye, Founder, Mas'Oul App
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07/08/2026

Your Perfect Pitch Deck Won't Work Without This

Why do financial models and perfect pitch decks sometimes fail to secure startup funding?

In this episode, Sara Daniel, CEO of Doha Tech Angels LLC, breaks down the reality of early-stage venture capital and why getting funded comes down to the human element. We explore why investor gut feeling, founder passion, and the ability to navigate challenges are just as critical as the data on your slides.

Watch the full episode to learn how to balance analytical rigor with personal conviction and stand out when pitching to investors.

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ Steve Mackie from ⁠Business-StartUpQatar
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𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Sara Daniel, CEO of Doha Tech Angels
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02/08/2026

Why do financial models fail to get startups funded?

Sara Daniel, CEO of Doha Tech Angels, shares the unfiltered reality of early-stage tech venture capital in Qatar, the balance between data and intuition, and the gut feeling advantage.

Catch the full episode this Thursday, 6th of August!

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ Steve Mackie https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemackiesolutionsfour/ from ⁠ StartUpQatar

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𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Sara Daniel, CEO, Doha Tech Angels https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-daniel-32824913/ Venture, Technology, Startups

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29/07/2026

Can you code without knowing a single line of code? 🤖 In the age of AI, prompt engineering can build apps instantly, but what happens when there's a glitch?

Mazen Al-Adhami explains why foundational subjects like math and physics are still the ultimate keys to becoming a pioneer in data science and tech. 📈

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ Steve Mackie https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemackiesolutionsfour/ from ⁠ StartUp Qatar
𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://www.businessstartupqatar.com/

𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Mazen Al Adhami, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mazen-al-adhami/

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28/07/2026

1 AI Tool Everyone Should Try... ⚡
Speed vs. Accuracy? Human Intuition vs. AI?

In this quick-fire snippet from the I Wanna GROW Podcast, we tackle the real choices shaping business, leadership, and tech today.

🎬 In this clip:
• Build vs. Buy: Why building creates true long-term value.
• Human Intuition: Why instinct still beats raw AI recommendations.
• Tool Spotlight: Why Claude is currently a must-try AI tool.
• The Big Picture: Stepping into an unpredictable future where humanity enters the unknown.

📲 Watch the full episode: Check the pinned comment below for the full video link! 👇

🎙️ Host: Steve Mackie from Business Start Up Qatar
Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevemackiesolutionsfour/

👤 Guest: Mazen Al Adhami
Connect: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mazen-al-adhami/

💬 What about you? How are you balancing human intuition with AI tools in your daily workflow? Drop your thoughts below! 👇

21/07/2026

Can We Still Turn AI Off?

As AI systems learn to train and upgrade themselves 24/7, AI expert Mazen Al Adhami discusses whether humans will keep the power to switch them off or lose control for good.

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ stevemackie.consultant from ⁠
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𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Mazen Al Adhami, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mazen-al-adhami/

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21/07/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by constant tech updates?

In this full episode, digital innovator 𝙈𝙖𝙯𝙚𝙣 𝘼𝙡 𝘼𝙙𝙝𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣𝙨 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙫𝙚 𝙈𝙖𝙘𝙠𝙞𝙚 to break down how to stop AI information overload, navigate rapid development, and focus on the tools that actually improve your daily workflow without causing burnout.

💬 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮: Which AI tools are you struggling to keep up with right now? Let us know in the comments!

𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁:⁠ Steve Mackie from ⁠Business StartUp Qatar
𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: https://www.businessstartupqatar.com/

𝗚𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁:⁠ Mazen Al Adhami
𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mazen-al-adhami/

𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄! 🎯

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21/07/2026

A resume shows your past, but it doesn't show your potential. 💡

That’s exactly why the Student Spotlight initiative was created: a collaboration between the .qa and .

By pairing students with industry experts, we’re creating a space for real, interactive conversations helping young people speak up, ask big questions, and build true confidence.

Huge thanks to Cup & Go for creating an amazing space for youth to thrive. ☕️

We hope this inspires more people in the community to jump in and support the next generation!

What’s the best piece of advice you’d offer to a student starting out today? Drop it in the comments! 👇

19/07/2026

A degree tells employers what you studied. But it rarely tells them who you are. In a competitive job market, qualifications are just the baseline.

The real differentiator is the story, the ambition, and the voice behind the resume. That’s exactly why the Student Spotlight initiative was created: a collaboration between the , 𝐂𝐮𝐩 & 𝐆𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐚 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

We are giving young talent a platform to speak far beyond the boundaries of their degrees.

🎯 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭:

✅ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧: Helping employers see the actual individuals behind the qualifications.

✅ 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬: Giving students a space to find their voice, sharpen communication, and reflect on their journey.

✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲: Creating a direct bridge between ambition and the professional world.

A huge shoutout to 𝐂𝐮𝐩 & 𝐆𝐨 for hosting these conversations and creating a space where the next generation is truly empowered to grow, connect, and be heard.

Swipe through the carousel to see how these incredible students are stepping up to the microphone. 𝑊ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑛𝑢𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟 𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑖𝑡 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑙𝑜𝑜𝑘 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑖𝑛 𝑎 𝑐𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑖𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑢𝑚𝑒 𝑐𝑎𝑛’𝑡 𝑐𝑎𝑝𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒? 𝐿𝑒𝑡’𝑠 𝑡𝑎𝑙𝑘 𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠!

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