Talking Respect

Episode 37 Ayat Toufeeq Clean & healthy skincare & entrepreneurship

Episode 37: Ayat Toufeeq on Clean & healthy skincare and entrepreneurship Ayat is a leading entrepreneur in the Middle East’s beauty retail industry. A former EY investigative consultant and emerging market strategist, Ayat identified a gap in the local beauty market, after a tumultuous journey through skincare missteps after moving to the Middle East in her twenties. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to ethical consumerism, she began curating beauty products from around the world and bringing them to Dubai for her network, which eventually led to the birth of Powder Beauty. As the CEO at Powder, she applies an analytical approach to solving complex business challenges, optimizing operations and driving growth. Ayat has been based in Dubai for the past 15 years and speaks Arabic and English. Ayat graduated from the London School of Economics and Political Science with an MSc in Diplomacy and International Strategy and a BA in War Studies from Kings College London.If you like to learn more about Powder Beauty head over to www.powderbeauty.com or their Instagram page PowderBeautyofficial

Episode 36 : Talking with NLP Coach and hypnotherapist/ inspiring for more Alexandra Suave

Alexandra shares with us her top habits on building confidence and how that can be implemented day to day. She speaks of her arrangements on finding the imperfect work/ life balance of raising 4 kids, working her NVP role at Arbonne as well as managing other working priorities. An NLP coach, Alexandra gives her expert insights on setting goals and awakening people to make plans for the future especially after kids are all grown up. If you want some tips on finding that work/ life balance, building confidence or simply want to hear a good discussion on overcoming the challenges of being a working parent then don't miss out

Episode 35: How to manage health challenges & prioritising in 2025 with Marriam Mossalli

Marriam Mossalli is an empowered female leader and an inspirational public figure in the Middle East. A mother of two beautiful children, Marriam is also a Creative Director and Fashion Editor working with top luxury brands such as Mercedes Benz, Harvey Nichols and Fendi. She was recently ranked within 50 of most influential women in Saudi Arabia, nominated and included in the prestigious Business of Fashion 500 List, BFC New Wave and awarded in The Fashion Awards in London. Marriam's inspiring work has placed the Middle East on the map. In 2015, she was the only Arab woman to host Michelle Obama in her firm Niche Arabia. In this second episode with Marriam, she shares with us how to manage health challenges. What she did to channel positive energy at a time when her son was diagnosed with cancer and discusses her recent projects, Kineuthorics, Powder Beauty, Niche Arabia and The Red Sea Project. You can learn more about Marriam on social media @marriammossalli or visit her website www.marriammossalli.com

34: Speaking and learning the truth, with award winning film maker, BBC journalist and writer, Dr Myriam Francois

Dr Myriam Francois is an award winning film maker, BBC journalist and writer.Myriam’s award-winning, directorial debut documentary “Finding Alaa” (BBC/CBC 2023), under her production company MPWR productions, won the “Special Mention”. The film has been BAFTA Longlisted as “Best Short Film” 2024. Myriam was nominated as one of only 14 “filmmakers to watch” in 2021. She was nominated as part of the “40 under 40” European Young Leaders (EYLs) class of 2017 and awarded ‘Woman in Media Award’ at the Muslim Women Awards 2021.Myriam is a seasoned reporter, having reported for BBC World Service. Myriam’s writings are featured widely in the British press, including the Guardian, TIME, Foreign Policy, the Telegraph and CNN online.On the podcast, Myriam shares with us what it's like to work in journalism, what led her into film making , creating her platform to allow others to speak and learn the truth and more on her podcast "Tea with Myriam Francois".If you like to learn more about Dr Myriam Francois head over to her social media page@myzfrancois or www.myriamfrancois.com

Trailer Episode: Welcome to Talking Respect

Hanae Bennani, a Lawyer and Mentor talks with inspiring individuals who have found "fulfilment" after their accomplishments and overcoming their biggest fears. From leading professionals, entrepreneurs and health experts from around the globe. Each guest shares how they transformed their struggle into "their success" and used the global pandemic in 2020 as a time to learn and thrive in the face of adversity. Get inspired, grow stronger, more confident and create a life thats fulfilled!