The Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) recently supported over 100 business owners by hosting ‘Scaling Smart: Overcoming Key Challenges in Business Growth’, a knowledge-sharing session designed to navigate the complexities of sustainable business expansion. The event provided founders with practical strategies and real-world insights to help them scale their ventures with purpose and long-term vision.
Expert Insights on Purposeful Scaling
The session featured seasoned entrepreneurs and strategists Dan Bolton, Founder of BE Experiential, and George Emiris, CEO of GRS Research & Strategy. Drawing from their extensive experiences, the speakers offered an authentic look into the realities of growing a business. Bolton shared lessons on maintaining a company’s vision and values during expansion, while Emiris focused on the critical early-growth phase. He emphasized the importance of strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and emotional intelligence, urging founders to lead with empathy and focus on what truly matters for long-term stability.
Fostering a Resilient Founder Community
The event underscored RAKEZ’s commitment to building a thriving business ecosystem that goes beyond just company setup. Ramy Jallad, Group CEO of RAKEZ, highlighted this philosophy, stating, “Growth today isn’t just about moving fast, it’s about moving wisely. Through sessions like ‘Scaling Smart’, our aim is to foster a community where bold ideas are matched with thoughtful execution. We want to provide founders with access to knowledge, mentorship, and real-world insights that help them scale with purpose, resilience, and long-term vision.”
Practical Takeaways for Business Leaders
Attendees left the session with tangible insights to apply to their own companies. Key takeaways included strategies for overcoming common scaling roadblocks, avoiding the pitfalls that often derail growth, and building a strong business foundation that effectively blends technology with human connection. The session stressed the power of perseverance and strategic thinking in transforming the uncertainty of growth into a tangible opportunity.
About RAKEZ
Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) is a leading business and industrial hub established by the Government of Ras Al Khaimah. It serves as a base for over 35,000 companies from more than 100 countries operating across over 50 industries. RAKEZ offers a wide range of solutions for entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs, and manufacturers, including free zone and non-free zone licences, customizable facilities, and a one-stop shop for business services across its specialized zones.
Source: Zawya
