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NEW Season 1 Nov 7, 2026 · 41 min

Ahmed Ben Chaibah | The Truth About Getting Rich in Dubai (He Went Bankrupt Twice)

Ahmed Ben Chaibah is a Dubai-based entrepreneur, founder of Aqua Fun, the world's largest inflatable waterpark, and owner of eight companies. After facing 617 rejections, two business bankruptcies, and $1.8 million in debt, Ahmed rebuilt his business and expanded internationally. In this episode, he reveals the realities of entrepreneurship in Dubai, from government negotiations and international expansion to scaling operations and marketing. We also discuss Dubai's tax environment, the importance of networking, his views on American business culture, and the discipline required to recover from major financial setbacks. Follow Ahmed Ben Chaibah: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theaquaman/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-ben-chaibah-6b48668/ Discover Aqua Fun: Website: https://aquafun.ae/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aquafun/ Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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