15 June 2024 Episode 1
Trends and Innovation
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Summary of the Episode
Welcome to Invotalks Episode 47, where we explore entrepreneurship! Join us as we talk to Khalid Gibran, a seasoned entrepreneur with 23 years of experience. Khalid, CEO and Founder of Meta Universe, shares his journey as a tech enabler, revealing strategies for achieving unicorn status. Tune in for insights on pitching the revolutionary Metaverse concept to businesses. Don't miss this episode filled with entrepreneurial wisdom and game-changing ideas.
Show Notes
Introduction:
- Khalid is a crypto enthusiast who bought Bitcoin and Ethereum in 2016.
- Noticed a gap between older business leaders and younger individuals interested in blockchain, crypto, and NFTs.
- Founded MetaUniverse, a web3 solutions provider for Blue Chip companies.
- Focuses on using web3 tools as a catalyst for business growth, providing solutions to companies' problems.
MetaUniverse:
- Aims to help bridge the gap between technology enthusiasts and business veterans.
- Provides business solutions using web3 tools to address issues in various industries.
- Emphasizes both growth and cost efficiency as results.
Business Journey:
- Has a portfolio of 16 companies on the path to NASDAQ listing.
- Working towards making MetaUniverse the next unicorn ($1 billion company).
- Acknowledges a personal challenge and a desire to help young entrepreneurs achieve unicorn status worldwide.
Choosing InvoZone:
- Forged a partnership with InvoZone as a tech enabler.
- Selected InvoZone based on complementary strengths, aggressive strategies, and the team's impressive skills.
- Recognizes InvoZone's role in powering MetaUniverse's web3 projects exclusively.
Approach to Networking:
- Emphasizes building a strong network of valuable connections.
- Stresses the importance of serving the network, and creating mutually beneficial relationships.
- Encourages using platforms like LinkedIn to build a useful network.
Pitching to Businesses:
- Prefers storytelling over traditional pitches.
- Shares stories that resonate with clients, highlighting how solutions can solve their specific problems.
- Incorporates disruptive elements to capture attention and make presentations memorable.
Global Expansion:
- Initially, it focuses on Southeast Asia due to familiarity and a strong network.
- Plans to expand to the US, Europe, UK, and the Middle East.
- Sees the world as an opportunity for business growth.
Advice for Entrepreneurs:
- Entrepreneurship is a roller coaster ride.
- Emphasizes the willingness to embrace challenges and uncertainties.
- Encourages those who aren't ready for the roller coaster to consider traditional employment.
Closing:
- Appreciate the opportunity to share insights.
- Expresses readiness to return for future discussions.
