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Somi Arian

@somiarian

Tech philosopher, entrepreneur, filmmaker, author, speaker, and podcaster working at the intersection of business, investment, and technology. @inpeaktime

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Back to editing for my Saudi doc, I had to relearn fast shortcuts. Details like these make films dynamic and powerful! It's brought back memories, like when I was committed to finding the right colour grading for my first film (this image is an example of it). #documentary

Back to editing for my Saudi doc, I had to relearn fast shortcuts. Details like these make films dynamic and powerful!

It's brought back memories, like when I was committed to finding the right colour grading for my first film (this image is an example of it).

#documentary
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Navigating the leap from startup to scaleup is about more than growth—it's about strategic evolution. At @InPeak, I've seen how vital it is to adapt swiftly in the tech world. What’s been your biggest challenge in scaling? How are you leveraging global insights? #TechInnovation

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Caught multi-tasking at an event. I'm torn on it—sometimes necessary, but as someone with ADHD, I need to focus to get things done. Stanford even says chronic multitasking can harm memory. But as a Founder, juggling tasks is inevitable. We all need octopus arms, right? #Founder

Caught multi-tasking at an event. I'm torn on it—sometimes necessary, but as someone with ADHD, I need to focus to get things done. Stanford even says chronic multitasking can harm memory. But as a Founder, juggling tasks is inevitable. We all need octopus arms, right?

#Founder
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Being a start-up founder is like preparing for the arrival of a baby; many focus on the birth day, but the real work is in the years that follow". 🤣 I love this phrase Aravinda shared in one of our recent LinkedIn Audio events. This is 100% true. #founder #entrepreneur

Being a start-up founder is like preparing for the arrival of a baby; many focus on the birth day, but the real work is in the years that follow". 🤣 

 I love this phrase Aravinda  shared in one of our recent LinkedIn Audio events. This is 100% true. 

#founder #entrepreneur
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The market is evolving fast in Riyadh, and every visit brings new insights. Top 3 tips for success: 1 Research the latest trends. 2 Build strong connections—your network is key. 3 Respect local culture to forge authentic relationships. #Riyadh #BusinessTravel #Innovation #AI

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Saudi Arabia's investment landscape is booming, offering unique opportunities and challenges for founders. Key tips: Align with Vision 2030’s goals. Be culturally aware and build relationships. Focus on tech and innovation. Let’s push the boundaries together! #SaudiInvestment

Saudi Arabia's investment landscape is booming, offering unique opportunities and challenges for founders.

Key tips:
Align with Vision 2030’s goals.
Be culturally aware and build relationships.
Focus on tech and innovation.

Let’s push the boundaries together!

#SaudiInvestment
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Excited to speak at SuperReturn Middle East 2024, Oct 14-16 in Dubai! I'll be debating "KSA vs UAE: Collaboration or Competition?" and sharing insights from my interviews with key Saudi figures. Register and use my code FKR3559SPKI to save 10% >> bit.ly/3yZ2I2W #UAE

Excited to speak at SuperReturn Middle East 2024, Oct 14-16 in Dubai! I'll be debating "KSA vs UAE: Collaboration or Competition?" and sharing insights from my interviews with key Saudi figures. 

Register  and use my code FKR3559SPKI to save 10% >> bit.ly/3yZ2I2W

 #UAE
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My Chief Cuddle Officer takes quality control seriously! Jokes aside, my cats make long hours in the home office better. They force me to take breaks and stay balanced. How do you remind yourself to pause? #entrepreneur #cats #daytoday #Founder #founderjourney

My Chief Cuddle Officer takes quality control seriously! Jokes aside, my cats make long hours in the home office better. 

They force me to take breaks and stay balanced. How do you remind yourself to pause?

#entrepreneur #cats #daytoday #Founder #founderjourney
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When I interviewed Gary Vaynerchuk for my documentary, he predicted tech would disrupt big brands—and that was before COVID-19, ChatGPT, or AI’s rise. Change is now exponential. Businesses must stay adaptive or get left behind. How are you preparing? #AI #Innovation #Leadership

When I interviewed <a href="/garyvee/">Gary Vaynerchuk</a> for my documentary, he predicted tech would disrupt big brands—and that was before COVID-19, ChatGPT, or AI’s rise. Change is now exponential. Businesses must stay adaptive or get left behind.

How are you preparing?

#AI #Innovation #Leadership
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Evaluating the MENA region in today's financial climate is fascinating. Despite a slower VC scene, 2023 saw the 2nd highest deal value—up 6x from 2018-2022! Is the VC ecosystem maturing? Seems like it! How do you think the region will evolve? #MENAInvestment #PrivateEquity

Evaluating the MENA region in today's financial climate is fascinating. Despite a slower VC scene, 2023 saw the 2nd highest deal value—up 6x from 2018-2022! 

Is the VC ecosystem maturing? Seems like it! 

How do you think the region will evolve?

#MENAInvestment #PrivateEquity
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From Silicon Valley to Riyadh will officially be available on Saudia 🇸🇦 Airlines Inflight Entertainment from October 1st! ✈️ If you're flying @Saudia, be sure to watch and send me a photo. This documentary tells the story of Saudi's bold transformation and the rise of venture

From Silicon Valley to Riyadh will officially be available on Saudia 🇸🇦 Airlines Inflight Entertainment from October 1st! ✈️

If you're flying @Saudia, be sure to watch and send me a photo. 

This documentary tells the story of Saudi's bold transformation and the rise of venture
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سومي أريان..مخرجة ومؤثرة بريطانية تتحدث عن فيلمها "من وادي السيلكون إلى الرياض" الذي يتحدث عن نجاح تدشين مشروعها الاسثماري في #السعودية عبر: لمى الغامدي

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Saudi Arabia's 🇸🇦 digital transformation is laying the way for a prosperous future, enabling innovation & creating new business opportunities. This shift supports a prosperous environment for problem-solving & advancements. Explore the impact of the digital revolution on the

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Bandr Alhomaly, Managing Director and CEO, Jada, shared his perspective during The Kingdom Takes the Spotlight panel on Day 1 of SuperReturn Saudi Arabia. Joining him were H.E. Ibrahim Al-`Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment, and Tariq Al-Sudairy, Managing Director

Bandr Alhomaly, Managing Director and CEO, <a href="/JadaFoF/">Jada</a>, shared his perspective during The Kingdom Takes the Spotlight panel on Day 1 of <a href="/SuperReturn/">SuperReturn</a>  Saudi Arabia. Joining him were H.E. Ibrahim Al-`Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment, and Tariq Al-Sudairy, Managing Director
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I’m impressed with the first-ever SuperReturn Saudi Arabia, sponsored by Jada Fund of Funds. At this major global gathering in the private capital market, I had the privilege of moderating a panel featuring H.E. Ibrahim Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment, Ministry of

I’m impressed with the first-ever <a href="/SuperReturn/">SuperReturn</a> Saudi Arabia, sponsored by Jada Fund of Funds. 

At this major global gathering in the private capital market, I had the privilege of moderating a panel featuring H.E. Ibrahim Mubarak, Assistant Minister of Investment, Ministry of