Q&A: FOUNDER AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE MOHAMMED ALNAMARA

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What successful start-up do you wish you had started?

AI wish I had initiated Namara sooner, but our team is stronger today than ever with our collective strategic foresight and entrepreneurial ambition.

If you could start all over again, what would you do differently?

If I were to begin again, I would look to launch Namara sooner and put a greater focus on client engagement because their importance and satisfaction is paramount for the success and growth of any business.

What is your next big dream?

My only ambition is to become a global solution by expanding and growing in different countries. We want Namara’s slogan – Your Financial Safety Net – to reassure customers around the world.

Who is your role model?

Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Finance and First Deputy Ruler of Dubai. There are many reasons I admire him and commend how the financial landscape across the UAE is swiftly growing under his leadership and due to his support for FinTechs and creative solutions for the industry.

What new skills have you learnt from launching your venture?

I have acquired a variety of skills crucial for success since Namara’s launch – from strategic planning, financial management and team leadership to negotiation tactics, customer relationship management and digital marketing. The journey has embedded within me the adaptability that founders must have to succeed in the ever-evolving market landscape.

Where do you see yourself 10 years down the line?

In a decade, I envision myself as a seasoned entrepreneur, having successfully grown Namara into a globally recognisable brand. I also hope to actively mentor aspiring entrepreneurs and contribute to initiatives focused on sustainability and social impact.