Don't Do That, Do This
Episodes
Hacking, Risk & Reality: Cybersecurity in the GCC
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With cyber threats on the rise in the region over the past year, we sat down with William Wright, CEO of Closed Door Security, a leading cyber securit...
Redefining Financial Leadership and Business Growth with Fractional CFOs
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
This episode focuses on the evolving role of the modern CFO, from fractional recruitment to why financial leadership is critical for business growth. ...
CEOs as Corporate Athletes: Building Resilience, Strength and Support for Leaders
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Don’t Do That, Do This!, Katy speaks with Nathan Farrugia, CEO of Vistage UAE, author, and world record-breaking adventurer, to e...
Proactive Health: The Significance of Staying on Top of Your Wellbeing
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode could transform the way you think about your health. It’s essential listening for anyone who wants to live longer, feel better and prev...
The Art of Negotiation with Neil Orvay
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we speak with Neil Orvay, Founder of Evolution U. A Harvard Law-trained negotiation expert, Neil brings over 30 years of internationa...
Divorce in Dubai: Family Law for British Expats
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we have Madeleine Mendy, Partner at Bin Sevan Advocates, and the powerhouse behind one of Dubai’s top family law practices. With ...
The Health Equation: Awareness, Access and Insurance in the UAE
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How does health insurance work in the UAE - and what should you know before moving? In this episode, Leah Cotterill, CEO of Cigna Healthcare Middle E...
Clicks, Culture & Content: Behind The Scenes of Lovin Dubai and Augustus Media with Richard Fitzgerald
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we are joined by Richard Fitzgerald, CEO and Founder of Augustus Media, an award-winning modern media company operating in the UAE an...
Fast Growth of RAKEZ with CEO Ramy Jallad
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re speaking with Ramy Jallad who is the Group CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). Ramy has over 30+ years in business de...
Feeding Communities in Need: The E2G FOOD Story
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Katy sits down with Pete Henderson, the founder and CEO of E2G FOOD, a UK-headquartered social enterprise on a mission to feed commun...
Data is the New Gold: The HEMO Data Growth Story
11 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode, we spoke to Dustyn and Luke who founded HEMO Data in 2022 to help organisations leverage and transform their data into a strategic a...
Olympic Mindset to Business Gold: Sarah Lindsay's ROAR'ing Success in Dubai
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we spoke to 3x Olympian, founder of ROAR Fitness and BCCD Member Sarah Lindsay. ROAR Fitness is the only London and Dubai based pers...
Expanding into Dubai with Reputation Expert Michael Farrant
17 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we're joined by reputation expert Michael Farrant. Michael is the Founder and CEO of Farrant Group, a global strategic communication...
Essential Insights for British Expats and Travellers in Dubai
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by Jill Davidson, Vice Consul of the Consular Team at the British Embassy in Dubai. Jill shares vital information and ...
Fractional Futures: Redefining Recruitment
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the innovative world of fractional recruitment, where flexibility meets opportunity with Amy Brill from The Brill Collective and...
Skills to Future-Proof Your Business With Guest Nick Smallman
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode we spoke with Nick Smallman, the Founder and CEO of Working Voices, which is a global professional skills consultancy specialising in ...
The Story Behind the UAE's First Direct Debit System with Ummair Butt
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are joined by Ummair Butt, founder of Direct Debit System and responsible for bringing direct debit to the UAE – a big idea and ...
Setting up a business in Dubai as an entrepreneur with Chris Miller and Kate Markham
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we have Chris Miller and Kate Markham. Chris is the Founder of In-Cre-Mental, a Dubai-based wellness company helping individuals and ...
Mastering Tax in the UAE with Fazeela Gopalani from ACCA
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’re talking to Fazeela Gopalani who is the Head of Eurasia and Middle East at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Fazeela i...
Building a successful non-alcoholic drinks company in UAE with Erika Doyle
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we hosted Erika Doyle. Erika is a true champion of the zero-alcohol revolution. The Founder of Drink Dry, the GCC’s first and only ...
Start, grow and thrive in the UAE with John Martin St. Valery OBE
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we’re talking to John Martin St. Valery OBE about starting, growing and thriving in the region. John is a veteran Dubai expat who has lived i...
Tell yourself a better lie and build a bigger business with Marisa Peer
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, we have Marisa Peer, a world renowned speaker, Rapid Transformational Therapist and bestselling author. Marisa has spent over three d...
From UK to Dubai: building a successful recruitment business with your spouse
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we're discussing the topic of taking risks and launching and growing a business in Dubai with Chris and Amanda Redmond. They are the founders o...