Rebuilding in a Disrupted World

From Small Towns to Big Leaps

Tony Feghali is joined by Sarah Simon and Theresa “Reese” Horstman, two college students who swapped small-town life for a bold summer internship in Paris. They share what it was like to navigate a new city, face language barriers, get lost in Normandy, and discover a deeper sense of independence, confidence, and curiosity.From missed trains to unexpected croissants, Sarah and Reese discuss how stepping into the unknown helped them grow, professionally and personally. They reflect on navigating cultural contrast, leaning on each other, and the quiet strength it takes to keep moving when plans fall apart.

Keeping Education Alive During Crisis

We explore the realities of building educational impact in Lebanon during years of uncertainty and crisis.From teaching and educational technology to humanitarian work and leadership, this conversation dives into what it takes to grow an initiative while navigating financial pressure, instability, and constant change. We discuss sustainability in the nonprofit world, the emotional weight of responsibility, burnout, delegating, and the challenge of building something meaningful without losing yourself in the process.This episode is also about leadership transitions, knowing when to step back, and creating systems that can continue to grow beyond one person. An honest conversation about resilience, purpose, and the long road of creating meaningful change.

Rebuilding in a Disrupted World

What happens when the world around you changes faster than your plans can keep up? Tony Feghali and Rudy Shoushany explore what it means to build, adapt, and stay relevant amid constant disruption. Rudy shares his perspective as a technology consultant, trainer, writer, and entrepreneur who has spent years working across digital transformation, governance, AI, and regional business ecosystems. The conversation moves through uncertainty, burnout, reinvention, and the pressure of having to rethink your next move when markets suddenly shift or disappear. Rudy reflects on the challenge of creating new opportunities, the importance of asking without fear, and why learning to stop selling time and start building value has become more important than ever. They also dive into the future of work, the impact of AI and robotics, and the urgent need for people to rethink their role in an economy changing at an unforgiving pace. This episode is a candid look at survival, relevance, and the mindset required to keep moving when the rules keep changing.

Rebuilding in a Disrupted World

What happens when the world around you changes faster than your plans can keep up?   Tony Feghali and Rudy Shoushany explore what it means to build, adapt, and stay relevant amid constant disruption. Rudy shares his perspective as a technology consultant, trainer, writer, and entrepreneur who has spent years working across digital transformation, governance, AI, and regional business ecosystems.   The conversation moves through uncertainty, burnout, reinvention, and the pressure of having to rethink your next move when markets suddenly shift or disappear. Rudy reflects on the challenge of creating new opportunities, the importance of asking without fear, and why learning to stop selling time and start building value has become more important than ever.   They also dive into the future of work, the impact of AI and robotics, and the urgent need for people to rethink their role in an economy changing at an unforgiving pace.   This episode is a candid look at survival, relevance, and the mindset required to keep moving when the rules keep changing.

Trust, Time, and the Reality of Building Something Big

Tony Feghali is joined by Valerie Zakka, industrial expert, consultant, and EQ assessor, for a conversation that moves between business, human behavior, and the realities of growth. Valerie shares how she built her career in a highly technical, male-dominated industry while staying grounded in something many overlook: emotional intelligence. From managing complex projects and global partnerships to navigating trust, setbacks, and expansion into new markets, she offers a perspective shaped by both experience and instinct. They explore what it means to build relationships in business, how to balance speed with judgment, and why trust can be both your greatest strength and your biggest risk. Valérie also opens up about moments that tested her approach and why she chose not to let them change the way she operates. This is a conversation about ambition, discipline, and learning how to move forward without losing yourself in the process.