Shelter Dubai kicked off the holiday season with an evening conversation with Joichi Ito, the lifelong entrepreneur and renowned Internet pioneer, investor and advocate. Joi delivered an enlightening presentation on “Innovation in Open Networks,” where he introduced us to and the history of the Internet as it was shaped by open networks and sharing. He also provided insight to the world of the Internet venture investor, including tips on what investors might look for in entrepreneurs. Joi doubles as head of the MIT Media Lab, and mixed into the evening was a whirlwind tour of the Lab’s 300+ projects ranging from robotic limbs to foldable cars to kid-friendly programming languages. Tune in below for the lecture and may all your synapses start firing!
Stay tuned for an interview for Joi, coming in the new year!
-Mary
mary@shelter.ae
Warehouse 30, Al Serkal, Al Qouz
Phone: +04-380-9040
Fax: +04-380-9041
Mobile: +971-55-653-2084
Here at Shelter, we are constantly inspired by the work of the Shelter community. To recognize the enterprising ideas taking shape at Shelter, we are launching and interview series named, appropriately, “Shelter Interviews.” We are kicking of the series with an interview of a long-time Shelter user, Valencio Cardoso. Valencio and his business partner, David, are the co-founders of the media start-up, Press Pass. Watch the video below to find out more about what Press Pass does, and how working at Shelter has helped Valencio and David grow their business:
Stay tuned to see who’s next!
-Mary
mary@shelter.ae
Warehouse 30, Al Serkal, Al Qouz
Phone: +04-380-9040
Fax: +04-380-9041
Mobile: +971-55-653-2084
Thursday, October 27th was a night of fashion and learning for young designers and fashionistas in Dubai. Four designers, Amina Hussain, Rhouda Alawadhi, Emily Amorello and Wajiha Tariq, presented their brands to a panel of industry leaders: Alia Al Mur (Dubai Mall), Debi Simcox (Sartori Sartori), Leila Al Marashi (SugarVintage) and Matteo Magnanini (Al Tayer Group).
Below we have included video clips of the four presentations.
The Beginner
Amina is the designer of a very new fashion line, just launched only 7 months ago. She asks the panelists for advice on approaching buyers while working with a limited budget. Debi Simcox stresses preparation and color swatches. Leila Al Marashi does not recommend exclusivity deals.
How do I sell my brand internationally?
Roudha, a co-creator of House of Bjayam, a boutique pajama fashion line, asks panelists for advice on bringing her brand to a global market. Leila Al Marashi , Matteo Magnanini and Alia Al Mur respond.
Sustainable Fashion
Emily has designed the Nomad Jacket, a jacket for middle eastern women that has been built using all sustainable design and fabrication practices. Emily asks the panelists how to get buyers on board with ethical fashion. Leila Al Marashi thinks she should approach regional environmental players. Matteo Magnanini thinks it will be a tough sell in the UAE
Tourists and Facebook
Wajiha is the designer of a success local clothing line. She asks the panel how she can take her product to the next level. Debi Simcox encourages tapping in to the tourist market and Alia Al Mur recommends creating a facebook community for customers.
-Mary
mary@shelter.ae
Warehouse 30, Al Serkal, Al Qouz
Phone: +04-380-9040
Fax: +04-380-9041
Mobile: +971-55-653-2084
