Episode 199

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29th Apr 2025

Ep. 199 - Henry Dauphin - Venture Forward: Growth Strategies for Business & Economic Impact

In the latest episode of Empowered to Grow in Business podcast, we dove into “Venture Forward: Growth Strategies for Business & Economic Impact” with Henry Dauphin, Co-Founder & CEO of The Geftas Institute.

Henry brings over two decades of experience across global startup ecosystems, venture building, and innovation labs. In this powerful conversation, we explore how founders and investors can co-create ventures that are both economically viable and socially transformative.

In this episode, Henry shares:

• How to align founder values with economic models that attract the right capital

• Why understanding the cost of capital is essential from day one

• How to profile investors and filter feedback without compromising your conviction

• The myth of impact metrics — and how true impact starts with the founder’s intent

• Why emerging ecosystems are fertile ground for the next wave of global innovation

Whether you're a founder building your first venture, an investor seeking deeper alignment, or a strategist shaping ecosystems — this episode will challenge and inspire your thinking.

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Empowered to Grow
Dr Hanan El Basha shares conversations with empowered women on their quest for growth
Join Dr. Hanan El Basha - The Business Doctor in conversations with empowered women who woke up one day and consciously claimed - I am more than enough, I am worthy, I am empowered to grow! Along with their empowering journey towards realising their own potential and their quest for growth, they became a beacon of hope and guidance for others - may you also find your power to grow.

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Hanan El Basha

Dr. Hanan El Basha, a visionary leader and business strategist with over 25 years of experience, excels in guiding SMEs and startups to success. Her leadership role as Managing Director of Founder Institute GCC, Advisory roles at Loyal VC, ScienceWerx, and various startups, and mentoring efforts with a number of international organizations showcase her dedication to nurturing startups. She is also Founder & CEO of The Business Doctor, and serves as Senator for Egypt with the World Business Angel Investment Forum (WBAF). Dr. Hanan is the Founder and Host of the Empowered to Grow Podcast. With expertise in international business and recognition in global awards, Dr. Hanan's profound insights and academic background made her a sought-after Speaker and Judge in global conferences, events, and startup pitch competitions. Academically, Dr. Hanan holds a doctorate degree in International Business, with a specialization in sustainable growth for small- and medium-sized enterprises. She also possesses an MBA in Marketing, is recognized as an Accredited Small & Medium Business Consultant, and is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.