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The Power of Storytelling: Why the Gulf’s Next Great Leaders Will Be Great Storytellers

Our new whitepaper, The Power of Storytelling: Enabling Leaders to Shape and Control Change, explores how narrative is not just a communication tool but a leadership imperative. Rooted in the Gulf’s poetic traditions and supported by global insights from neuroscience and organisational change, it shows how stories build trust, align teams, and turn abstract visions into lived realities.

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ecap Insights Podcast: Leading with Values Series, Ep2 (Part 2 of 2): Building Psychological Safety in Youth Sport – Lessons for Future Leaders with Liam Hughes (Full Episode)

In the second part of our conversation with Liam Hughes, Director of Football at Azul FC, we explore how the football pitch is becoming a training ground for tomorrow’s leaders. From embracing failure to fostering emotional resilience, Liam shares how Azul is rethinking youth development and what organisations can learn from their approach.

ecap Insights Podcast: Leading with Values Series, Ep2 (Part 1 of 2): Building Psychological Safety in Youth Sport – Lessons for Future Leaders with Liam Hughes (Full Episode)

In this episode, we sit down with Liam Hughes, Director of Football at Azul FC, to explore how psychological safety is transforming youth sport and what business leaders can learn from it. From the first day at Azul, children are taught that it’s safe to speak up, make mistakes, and take ownership of their development. It’s a model that mirrors the most progressive leadership cultures in business today; where trust, empathy, and adaptability drive performance.

ecap Insights Podcast: Episode 3 Reimagining the Future of Flight: A Conversation with Aviation Pioneer Steven Greenway (Full Episode)

In this episode of the ecap Insights podcast, aviation pioneer Steven Greenway, CEO of flyadeal, shares how Saudi Vision 2030, technology, and shifting consumer expectations are redefining global aviation. From leading disruptive airlines to embracing AI and new business models, Steven reflects on leadership, innovation, and the future of flight in one of the world’s fastest-changing industries.

Building AI Talent Pipelines in the GCC: Why the Future of AI Starts with People

The Gulf’s digital ambitions are accelerating, but a critical shortage of AI-ready talent threatens to stall progress. Our new whitepaper, Building AI Talent Pipelines in the GCC, explores how the region can close this gap through strategic immigration, public-private partnerships, and next-generation learning models. Drawing on global case studies and regional insights, it offers a practical roadmap for leaders shaping the future of AI in the Gulf. Download the full report to discover actionable strategies that put people at the centre of transformation.

ecap Insights Podcast – Leading with Values Series, Episode 1 (Part 2 of 2): Playing the Long Game – Leading On and Off the Field with Tom Brookes (Full Episode)

In this first episode of the Leading with Values Series for the ecap Insights Podcast, we explore what it truly means to lead with authenticity, both in business and beyond. In this episode, our founding partner, Daniel Murphy, sits down with Tom Brookes, sports marketing veteran and visionary founder of the ICON Series, to uncover how he's reshaping the world of sport through purpose-driven leadership and a passion for human connection.

ecap Insights Podcast – Leading with Values Series, Episode 1 (Part 1 of 2): Playing the Long Game – Leading On and Off the Field with Tom Brookes (Full Episode)

In this first episode of the Leading with Values Series for the ecap Insights Podcast, we explore what it truly means to lead with authenticity, both in business and beyond. In this episode, our founding partner, Daniel Murphy, sits down with Tom Brookes, sports marketing veteran and visionary founder of the ICONS Series, to uncover how he's reshaping the world of sport through purpose-driven leadership and a passion for human connection.

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ecap Insights Podcast:
Episode 4, A CEO’s Playbook
from Gulf to Global

In this ecap Insights Podcast episode, James Hogan, former CEO of Etihad Airways, discusses how vision and innovation turned the Gulf into a global aviation hub. He highlights customer experience and investment in people, pointing to India, China, and Africa as future growth areas. Now advising aviation ventures, Hogan shares valuable lessons.

ecap Insights Podcast: Episode 4 A CEO’s Playbook from Gulf to Global: James Hogan on Strategy, Scale & Growth (Full Episode)

In this ecap Insights Podcast episode, James Hogan, former CEO of Etihad Airways, discusses how vision and innovation turned the Gulf into a global aviation hub. He highlights customer experience and investment in people, pointing to India, China, and Africa as future growth areas. Now advising aviation ventures, Hogan shares valuable lessons for leaders shaping the future of global air travel.

ecap Insights Podcast: Decoding the UAE’s Climate Law; Carbon, Compliance & Business Opportunities (Full Episode)

Environmental lawyer Hassaan Ghazali joins ecap's Dermot O'Mahony to unpack how the UAE’s climate law, carbon risk, and insurance are reshaping business strategy, compliance, and innovation in the region.

ecap Insights Podcast: Episode 2 Aviation Sheikh Aimen Al-Hosni on Transforming Oman’s Aviation Ecosystem (Full Episode)

In Episode 2 of our Aviation as a Catalyst series, Sheikh Aimen Al-Hosni shares how Oman Airports evolved from a single runway to a catalyst for national growth—and why empathy is the key to aviation leadership.

ecap Insights Podcast: Episode 1 Aviation As A Catalyst Series Pilot (Full Episode)

Discover how aviation is driving economic growth in the Middle East. In Episode 1 of the ecap Insights Podcast, we explore leadership, innovation, and the future of the sector. Watch the full episode now.

Top Executive Search Trends in 2023: What We Learned

In 2023, executive hiring shifted dramatically—values-led leadership, ESG fluency, and AI-supported search redefined the boardroom. Discover the top trends that shaped leadership hiring and what they mean for 2024.

The Most Common Mistakes Boards Make When Hiring a CEO

Hiring a CEO is high stakes—but even experienced boards make critical mistakes. From overlooking culture to rushing under pressure, we explore the most common pitfalls and how to avoid them for long-term leadership success.
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