Al Nafs Podcast - Roots and Narrative

He Left London… To Build a Billion-Dollar Future in Ira

Episode Summary

He had the career, the money, and the life in London… but something kept pulling him back. In this episode, we sit down with a founder who walked away from finance to help build Iraq’s startup ecosystem from the ground up. From growing up across Iraq, Sweden, and the UK… to launching companies in one of the toughest markets in the world — this is a story about identity, risk, and purpose. We dive into: - Why he left London at the peak of his career - The reality of building businesses in Iraq - The biggest mistakes founders make early on - Why Iraq could be the next startup nation If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure about your path, or pulled between two worlds… this episode is for you. 🎧 Watch the full episode now on YouTube Link in bio 👆 Tell us in the comments: What does “home” mean to you? #rootsandnarrative #podcast #charity #legacy #humanstories #iraq #inspiration