Streams Of Progress

Philip Bahoshy is the Founder of MAGNiTT, an online platform that connects MENA entrepreneurs, startups and investors and offers access to extensive research, analytics and insights from across the region.He was raised in the UK with Iraqi origins, Philip obtained an MBA from INSEAD in 2013 and a BSc in Economics from the London School of Economics.During his time in Dubai, Philip worked at Oliver Wyman in the Financial Services practice for three years, followed by nearly three years at Barclays Wealth working as Chief of Staff to the CEO advising on strategic initiatives.Philip has lived in the UAE for more than nine years and is passionate about developing the MENA startup ecosystem.Listen to learn more about his experiences and how MAGNiTT has evolved over the years to become the gateway for the MENA Startup Ecosystem.Show Notes:1:30 – Growing up in the UK.02:00 – His time at Oliver Wyman in 2007.02:30 – His first exposure to the Middle East.03:00 – Transitioning to Barclay’s Wealth.03:30 – His travels du