Posts tagged Osamah Alawwam
EP 1503 Osamah Alawwam - The Challenges of Doing Business In The Middle East - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar
EP 1503 Osamah Alawwam - The Challenges of Doing Business In The Middle East - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar

This is the 3rd of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Osamah Alawwam, co-founder of The Roasting House based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This series first aired on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast.

In this series, Osamah and Lee explore the challenges of running a business in the Middle East.

In this episode of the podcast series, Lee Safar and Osamah discuss the multifaceted challenges and opportunities within the Middle Eastern business ecosystems.

They explore issues like saudiization, the global financial crisis, and the impact of COVID-19 on the coffee industry.

Osamah shares insights on how the coffee business can navigate difficulties, adapt to logistical issues, and embrace local talent.

Additionally, they highlight the cultural challenges of employing locals in roles such as baristas and the immense professional growth available within the coffee industry.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics shaping the Middle Eastern coffee scene and valuable lessons on resilience and innovation.

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The Daily Coffee ProLee Safarthe daily coffee pro, Lee Safar, Osamah Alawwam, the roasting house, saudi arabiaComment
EP 1501 Osamah Alawwam - A Coffee Entrepreneur In Saudi Arabia - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar
EP 1501 Osamah Alawwam - A Coffee Entrepreneur In Saudi Arabia - The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Lee Safar

This is the first of a five-part podcast series on The Daily Coffee Pro Podcast by Map It Forward with Osamah Alawwam, co-founder of The Roasting House based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This series first aired on the Map It Forward Middle East Podcast.

In this series, Osamah and Lee explore the challenges of running a business in the Middle East.

In this episode of the podcast series, Osamah shares his entrepreneurial journey, discussing how he transitioned from the corporate world to starting his own coffee business in Saudi Arabia.

He emphasizes the importance of finding the right financial and intellectual partners, and the challenges he faced in sourcing quality green beans.

The conversation also touches on the evolving business landscape in Saudi Arabia and the impact of global geopolitical events on the coffee industry.

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The Daily Coffee ProLee Safarthe daily coffee pro, Lee Safar, Osamah Alawwam, The Roasting HouseComment