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I've Been in Business for Over 20 Years — and I Believe This City Is the Best Place to Be an Entrepreneur Right Now

Steve Laidlaw

created: July 3, 2025, 5 p.m. | updated: July 5, 2025, 1:05 p.m.

I've been in business for over two decades, spanning everything from digital PR and content strategy to luxury lifestyle services. The region is a gateway — not an endpointA common misconception is that Dubai is a luxury island disconnected from the real global business game. With direct flights to nearly every global business center and rising investment from Asia and Africa, Dubai is more than a destination. What to watch out forThat said, Dubai isn't a shortcut to success. Because Dubai isn't just growing; it's building a future where entrepreneurs are the architects.

4 months ago: Entrepreneur