Founder in the Chair

Turning Struggles Into Change: How Kaneez Started Dr. Expat to Make a Difference in Dubai

Veena Season 1 Episode 30

From redundancy to resilience, Kaneez Nabijee’s story is one of transformation and purpose.

After leaving a 13-year career in finance, Kaneez took a leap into the unknown — building Dr. Expat, a medical recruitment and licensing consultancy that’s now a trusted name across the UAE and GCC.

In this conversation with host Veena Nayyar, Kaneez opens up about:

  • How her brother’s struggle with Dubai’s medical licensing inspired Dr. Expat
  • The challenges of running a business in the UAE’s ever-changing regulatory landscape
  • Why adding a personal touch makes all the difference in recruitment
  • Balancing motherhood with the demands of building a company abroad
  • Her vision for the future — from new platforms to Saudi expansion

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to build a business in Dubai, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

🌐 Guest Links:
 🌍 Website: https://www.drexpat.com

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorexpat

🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drexpat1

💼 LinkedIn (Kaneez): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaneez-nabijee-%D9%86%D8%A7%D8%A8%D9%8A%D8%AC%D9%8A-%D9%83%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%8A%D8%B2-7a4b443a/

💼 LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/3263406/

If you have a story to share, to inspire, or to encourage someone to take a step into the world of entrepreneurship, then please get in touch, the world needs to hear more stories, it's not always an easy ride, by sharing we may just help someone to take the first step or to grow in their business journey.

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