Samih Sawiris, the Egyptian billionaire and founder of El Gouna, joins us in a new episode of our Business Management series to share his experiences in risk management, resilience, and the search for meaning. Sawiris unveils a 35-year journey that transformed a barren desert into a global metropolis, moving beyond mere numbers to discuss "the people behind the business." From his memories as a student in Berlin to realizing his childhood dream of circumnavigating the globe at the age of 58, the episode delves into the Sawiris family's inner workings, the keys to success, and his unconventional philosophy of inheritance. Whether discussing the "mistake" that led to El Gouna's creation, his passion for classical music, or the art of delegation, Samih offers profound insights into leading by example and why no success in this world is complete without giving back.

Samih Sawiris, the Egyptian billionaire, visionary founder of El Gouna and former Chairman of Orascom Development, shares a masterclass in risk management, resilience, and the pursuit of meaning. In this episode of #ABtalks Business, the tycoon pulls back the curtain on a 35-year legacy that transformed a barren desert into a world-class town. Beyond the numbers, Samih reveals the “Human Behind the Business,” from his days as a student in Berlin to fulfilling his childhood dream of sailing the globe at 58. He offers an unfiltered look at the Sawiris family dynamics, the attributes of success, and his unconventional philosophy on inheritance. Whether discussing the "mistake" that birthed El Gouna, his passion for classical music, or the art of delegation, Samih provides insight on why true leadership is built on example, and why nothing in this world truly works without giving back.

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00:00 – Introduction
02:01 – The Human Behind the Business
03:24 – Lessons from Parents
06:24 – The Young Samih
07:12 – Beyond the Bucket List
11:04 – Behind the Camera
12:23 – Happiness of Giving
18:56 – Preserving Curiosity
20:23 – The Hardest Decision The Hardest Decision
21:29 – The Mistake
24:20 – Sawiris Family
25:42 – Work & Family
27:00 – Art of Leadership
29:40 – The Real Meaning of Wealth
30:41 – Message to Young Self
33:48 – El Gouna’s Identity
38:18 – 35 Years of El Gouna
39:09 – Legacy Anniversary
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