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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
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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