The Real Preneur by Nada Helmy

In this episode of The Real Preneur, Omar, founder of Go Native, talks honestly about leaving the safety of corporate and banking to build something from scratch. He shares why he believed in Egyptian local brands before the market did, what it really takes to open physical retail stores today, and the pressure of betting on an idea that failed several times when others tried to implement it. في الحلقة دي من The Real Preneur، عمر مؤسس Go Native بيتكلم بصراحة عن قراره يسيب أمان شغل البنوك والكوربت ويبدأ من الصفر. بيحكي ليه آمن بالبراندات المصرية المحلية من بدري، وصعوبة فتح محلات ريتيل في الوقت ده، والضغط اللي بييجي مع إنك تراهن على فكرة محدش ضامنها.

In this episode of The Real Preneur, we sit down with Tarek Magdy, Founder & CEO of Waffarha, one of Egypt’s earliest and most resilient digital platforms focused on helping people save smarter. Tarek takes us back to the early days—building Waffarha before the ecosystem existed, surviving economic shifts, and redefining what “value” means in a market shaped by inflation. We also talk money, resilience, expansion into KSA, and what it really takes to build a long-lasting business in Egypt. An honest conversation about timing, trust, and building through uncertainty. في الحلقة دي من The Real Preneur، بنقعد مع طارق مجدي، مؤسس والرئيس التنفيذي لـ وفرها، واحدة من أول المنصات الرقمية في مصر اللي ركزت على إن الناس توفّر بشكل أذكى. طارق بيحكي عن البدايات قبل ما يكون في ecosystem أصلاً، إزاي وفرها عدّت أزمات اقتصادية كتير، وإزاي مفهوم “القيمة” اتغيّر مع التضخم. بنتكلم كمان عن الفلوس، التوسع في السعودية، وإيه اللي فعلاً يخلي بيزنس يعيش ويكمّل في سوق صعب زي مصر. حلقة صريحة عن التوقيت، الثقة، والبناء وسط عدم اليقين.

In this episode, Karim Gabriel opens up in a way most founders don’t. He talks about the moment he realized the corporate life wasn’t his path anymore, how his father’s struggles shaped the way he sees responsibility, and the quiet strength he learned from his mother. Karim explains what it really feels like to start over, to build something with your own name on it, and to carry the pressure alone. This is a conversation about identity, discipline, money, fear, and the parts of entrepreneurship no one posts on social media. في الحلقة دي، كريم جابرييل بيتكلم بصدق وبساطة من غير تجميل. بيحكي عن اللحظة اللي عرف فيها إن حياة الـ corporate مش الطريق اللي هو عايزه، وعن تأثير تجربة والده عليه، والقوة الهادية اللي اتعلمها من والدته. كريم بيفتح قلبه عن إحساس إنه يبدأ من الصفر، وتشيل شغل اسمك لوحدك، والمسؤولية اللي محدش بيشوفها. ده حوار عن الهوية، والانضباط، والفلوس، والخوف… وعن الجزء الحقيقي من ريادة الأعمال اللي ماحدش بيحكي عنه.

From leading Aramex Africa for over two decades to founding mylerz, one of Egypt’s fastest-growing logistics startups, Samer Gharaibeh has built a career around vision, grit, and reinvention. In this episode of The Real Preneur, Samer shares how his years at Aramex shaped his leadership style, what it really takes to scale logistics in emerging markets, and the philosophies that guide him as an entrepreneur, mentor, and community leader. He opens up about risk, legacy, and the responsibility that comes with creating impact, not just profit. من بعد أكتر من عشرين سنة في أرامكس إفريقيا، قرّر سامر الغرايبة يبدأ فصل جديد في حياته، ويأسّس مايلرز — واحدة من أسرع الشركات الناشئة نموًا في مجال اللوجستيات في مصر. في الحلقة دي من The Real Preneur، سامر بيحكي إزاي السنين اللي قضاها في أرامكس شكّلت طريقته في القيادة، وبيشاركنا أصعب التحديات اللي قابلها وهو بيبني مايلرز من الصفر. وبيتكلم كمان عن المخاطرة، والإرث، وإزاي شايف معنى التأثير الحقيقي اللي بيعدي حدود الفلوس والنجاح الظاهري

في الحلقة دي من The Real Preneur، بنقعد مع حسين علوي، مؤسس Haxel – براند لبس رياضي مصري بيحاول يغيّر مفهوم الصناعة المحلية ويخليها تنافس عالميًا.من أول ما كانت Nexus لحد ما بقت Haxel، حسين بيحكي عن التحديات، والمخاطر، والرحلة اللي خاضها علشان يبني حاجة حقيقية من مصر.كمان بنتكلم عن انتقاله من شغله في Nestlé لريادة الأعمال، وإزاي الأبوة غيّرت نظرته للحياة، وازاي السوشيال ميديا بقت جزء من رحلته كمؤسس. 🎙 قصة عن الهوية، والإصرار حتى لما السوق يشك فيك. In this episode of The Real Preneur, we sit down with Hussein Elwy, founder of Haxel — a bold Egyptian sportswear brand that’s redefining what it means to build locally and compete globally.From rebranding Nexus into Haxel, to breaking into the tough world of athletic shoes, Hussein opens up about the mindset, risks, and lessons behind building something real in Egypt.We also dive into his journey from Nestlé to entrepreneurship, how becoming a father changed his perspective, and how social media is shaping his voice as a founder.

In this episode of The Real Preneur, we sit down with Yasmine Henna, co-founder of Sympl, Egypt’s pioneering BNPL (Buy Now, Pay Later) platform. Yasmine shares how her years in corporate shaped her mindset as an entrepreneur, the real issues Sympl is solving for both merchants and buyers, and the journey of building a company that not only disrupted the market but also reached profitability in a tough fintech landscape. We also talk about her vision for the future of payments in Egypt and what it takes to build a sustainable startup in the region.

In this episode of The Real Preneur, we sit down with Hossam Taher, a medical doctor who co-founded Orcas, one of Egypt’s first edtech startups. Hossam reveals how the discipline and problem-solving mindset he gained from medicine shaped his approach as a founder. He reflects on the early days of Egypt’s startup ecosystem, and what it was like to raise funds from investors back then. He also shares how Orcas grew to become a trusted platform for students and families and the key steps toward Orcas’ acquisition, and what it felt like to exit a company he built from scratch.

Belal shares how he made bold career moves — leaving the banking world for startups, rising from sales to General Manager in a previous company, and becoming a leader at such a young age. Today, he is recognized for building Foodics Egypt and scaling it into a market leader. We explore his leadership philosophy, his unmatched negotiation skills, and how he balances being a boss, mentor, and big brother to his team. Belal also opens up about the personal side, his passion for history, writing, and family life with his daughters. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to jump industries, rise quickly in leadership, and build something lasting, this conversation is a must-listen. في الحلقة دي من The Real Preneur، ندى حلمي بتقعد مع بلال زهران، المدير العام لفودكس مصر والإمارات، واللي عنده واحدة من أكتر القصص الملهمة في عالم الشركات الناشئة في المنطقة. بلال بيحكي إزاي أخد خطوات جريئة في حياته المهنية — سب مجال البنوك ودخل عالم الستارت أبس، وطلع من موظف مبيعات لمدير عام في شركة سابقة، وبقى قائد في سن صغير جدًا. النهارده معروف إنه هو اللي أسس فودكس مصر وخلّاها لاعب أساسي في السوق. هنتكلم عن فلسفته في القيادة، ومهاراته الفريدة في التفاوض، وإزاي بيعرف يوازن بين كونه مدير، ومرشد، وأخ كبير لفريقه. كمان بلال بيشاركنا جانبه الشخصي — شغفه بالتاريخ، والكتابة، وحياته مع بناته. لو عمرك سألت نفسك إيه اللي محتاجه عشان تغيّر مجالك، وتوصل للقيادة بسرعة، وتبني حاجة تفضل وتعيش، الحلقة دي لازم تسمعها.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.

The Real Preneur isn’t just another business podcast—it’s a front-row seat to the untold stories of entrepreneurs who dared to dream differently. Hosted by Nada Helmy, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the gritty, raw, and real side of entrepreneurship. Every episode invites you into the minds of the most innovative disruptors, from those revolutionizing industries like fintech, e-commerce, and tech, to the family business visionaries redefining legacies. It’s about the moments that aren’t seen on social media—the sleepless nights, the tough decisions, and the breakthroughs that change everything. The Real Preneur is a space where vulnerability meets victory, where game-changers share their personal journeys, and where listeners don’t just hear success, but feel the heartbeat of true entrepreneurship. Get ready for the stories that shape the future of business, told in the most authentic, raw, and inspiring way possible.