In this episode of Reimagining You, we sit down with Fouad Jeryes, the co-founder of Maqsam and a powerhouse in MENA’s tech startup scene.
From launching Jordan’s first accelerator to building cloud-based tools used across the region, Fouad’s journey is more than a startup success—it’s a blueprint for lasting impact.
We explore:
• How Fouad navigated early investor skepticism
• What it takes to lead with authenticity, vulnerability, and ambition
• Lessons from turning a side hustle band into 170 live shows
• Why personal branding starts where your resume ends
• How to scale without losing your soul—and why it’s okay not to take your company the whole way
🔔 Whether you’re a founder post-exit, a leader building visibility, or just curious about how influence is built in the real world—this episode is packed with truth, tools, and bold insights.
Key Timestamps
02:41 – From band life to building startups
06:13 – First hustle: selling pirated CDs
09:48 – Build credibility before you leap
15:05 – The mentor who changed everything
17:15 – Investor pushback and the breakthrough
20:06 – Leading with vulnerability
27:06 – Why personal branding matters
41:11 – Scaling without losing yourself
46:51 – Final advice: stay real, stay learning
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