Brenda Moves Forward

Ever wondered what it's like to work at a non-profit start-up that focuses on newcomer entrepreneurship?👀 Gain insights into the workings of Forward·Inc and the Digital Entrepreneurship Program with Niamh and Amr! Niamh and Amr run the Digital Entrepreneurship Program (DEP), Forward·Inc's 8-week online course, guiding budding newcomer entrepreneurs to formulate a solid business concept. 🎧 Listen in as they share their personal journeys with Forward·Inc, their most memorable moments and some behind-the-scenes insights into running a program. Learn more about Forward·Inc and our programs, and follow us on our socials 🌟

In this episode, Caiti talks with Chris Almurr, the co-founder and CEO of Jedo App! Chris takes us through his journey, which resulted in the founding of Jedo, a digital pocket guide for local explorers which helps you plan and manage your trip 🗺️ During this episode, Chris provides some useful tips and learning from his journey as an entrepreneur, co-founder and participant in Forward·Inc's Growth Program, so listen in and get inspired! 🌟 Jedo App is already a massive hit in Lebanon and expanding its horizons. Learn more about Jedo app by visiting their website and following them on Instagram. Don't forget to give us a review and a follow 🚀

The Forward·Talks podcast is back! 🎉 With more inspiring conversations about running a business, tackling the tough stuff, finding co-founders, getting investment and much more! In this episode, Caiti discusses starting a fashion brand in the Netherlands with designer Yara Kanaan, founder of Yara Kanaan Atelier. Yara takes us through her experience of becoming a designer, launching her business in the Netherlands, and her journey with Forward·Inc, so listen in and get inspired! 🌟 If this podcast inspires you to learn more about Yara Kanaan Atelier, keep up to date with her upcoming collection, or take part in one of her workshops, visit her website at https://yarakanaan.nl/ or visit her on Instagram. Don't forget to give us a review and a follow 🚀

After two special podcast guests, we are back with an interview with one of our entrepreneurs: Khaled Noraddin, short Noori, founder of Noori Dates gives us insights into his journey from an idea on paper to 5tons of Dates waiting to be sold in the Rotterdam harbor. The story is nothing short of inspiring and goes to show that the right mindset can make you overcome almost anything.  We also dive into the importance of introducing foods from different cultures to the Netherlands. Do you know how many different kinds of dates exist? Listen in and if this podcast makes you hungry for more, check out Noori's Instagram and his website to order fresh, premium dates for you and your loved ones. 

This week's episode gives you an inclusive look behind the curtains of Forward·Inc! We talk to Alexander Maljers, a member of Forward·Inc's board who also runs his own investment firm White Horse Investments. He elaborates what drew him to Forward and why he became a board member, how his decisions impact the participants, and why he invests in newcomer owned businesses. Thanks Alexander for a great episode!

Forward Talks is back after the summer break with a really special guest - Joris Amin, PhD Candidate at the Vrije Universiteit in Amsterdam. We discuss how Forward · Inc can support newcomers regain their social identity and why entrepreneurship is a strong tool for self-discovery in a new society.  Mentioned in the episode: The Fire of Mann Gulch - K.E. Weick (1993)

A double guest episode featuring Brenda and her little Adam! Brenda, founder of Natural Hair Solutions by Brenda and winner of Demo Day Winter 20/21, talks to me about why a hair salon for people with Afro hair was desperately needed in her community and how newcomers can be held back by bias and prejudice as well. Tune in now and make sure to check out Brenda on Instagram @naturalhairsolutionsbybrendah and sign up for Demo Day Spring 2021 via this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/demo-day-forward-incubator-june-30th-2021-tickets-148005559613

On this episode, we’re talking to one of our most recent alumni, Nour Charaf Eddin. Nour runs his own marketing company and we are talking about how culture influenced his way of doing business and how working at at local butcher helped him become a successful entrepreneur as a newcomer. Recently, Nour has ventured into the world of Clubhouse where you can find him under nour.ce or, if you are looking for a new marketeer, you can also shoot him a message on Instagram (@opportunitree.agency)

This episode is a little throwback to Xmas! Right before the holidays, we recorded our last episode of Forward Talks in 2020 with Nour Alzaman. She is the founder of Arabic Is Simple and we discuss how she teaches this beautiful language in a way that goes beyond vocabulary and grammar to create a deep understanding of the Arabic culture. If you want to know more about Nour, make sure to follow her on Instagram @arabicissimple, YouTube Arabic is Simple, on LinkedIn @arabicissimple or check out her website www.arabicissimple.com!

In our first episode of Forward Talks, alumni Hasan elaborates on his decision to grasp every opportunity he can in the Netherlands and why he decided to continue studying after completing the Forward Incubator program