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2/18/26, 10:21 AM KnowTalks expands its knowledge mission with lineup of sessions at United Nations House in Kuwait – UAE & Middle East News
platform for exchanging expertise and devising solutions that support prosperous,
inclusive, and future-ready societies.”

From Inception to Outcomes

The first session, “The Road to Entrepreneurship: From Ideas to Success,” was delivered by
Khaled Alotaibi, Founder of Talabat, Floward, Alhisba, and Oogoo.

He traced the journey from inception to outcomes, noting that success is driven by
market need, timing, and competitive advantage rather than just enthusiasm. Alotaibi
emphasized learning from competitors, field-testing ideas, and asking, “Would people
pay for this?” He advised that partners should add unique value and that even small
investors strengthen discipline. Regarding growth, he encouraged entrepreneurs to

launch with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and allow projects to develop naturally
over time.

On artificial intelligence (AI), he cautioned that it is a tool to accelerate processes, not a
replacement for human intellect.

Towards Inclusive Societies

Eman GH Alkhaledi, a coach in balanced living, presented “Inclusive Societies: No One
Left Behind.” She highlighted the transition from care-based to empowerment-based
approaches, stating that true inclusion begins with individual empowerment.

Alkhaledi underlined urban and digital accessibility as pillars of engagement and

emphasized the family’s role in fostering independence and confidence from early
stages to build a sustainable society.

Turning Data into Action

The sessions concluded with “The Knowledge Project: Turning Data into Action,” by Dr.
Hany Torky, Chief Technical Adviser at the UNDP Knowledge Project.

Dr. Torky affirmed that the primary challenge today is acting on data rather than just
collecting it. He outlined three levels of the Knowledge Project: measurement via the
Global Knowledge Index (GKI), trend analysis, and transforming knowledge into
evidence-based policies.

He emphasized that systemic thinking including education, research, and digital
infrastructure is essential for a knowledge-based society. Dr. Torky described data as a
compass directing decision-makers toward strategic, sustainable development.

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