Al Anoud Al Hashmi, Futurist and Entrepreneur

Al Anoud Al Hashmi is an entrepreneur working in the field of innovation, business, media and Events. She is the Founder and CEO of 'The Futurist Company' established after putting together a team of experts in innovation and technology from all around the world to consult, research and execute future facing projects in MENA. Al Anoud is also the Marketing & Events Manager for Dubai Media City. A passionate film enthusiast and filmmaker herself, she has directed short films, several TV shows, advertisements and campaigns in the region. In this episode you will find out why the Emiratis love their Rulers, the impact women within Emirati society, how film can be used to develop cultural understanding between Israel and the UAE as well as further cultural insights to inform our learning of each other as we continue the new partnerships in the Gulf.