Joy Ajlouny

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pub/joy-ajlouny/26/b4a/42b
Dubai, UAE
Member since June 09, 2015

"Everything is energy and that is all there is to it. Match the frequency of the reality you want and you cannot help but get that reality." Quote_down

About

Education

George Washington University , BA , Finance

I am a(n):

Entrepreneur

If you're an entrepreneur or corporate innovator, why?

I want to change the world.

My favorite startups:

Uber

What's most frustrating and rewarding about entrepreneurship/innovation?

No sleep and tons of stress. Not to mention no life.

What's the No. 1 mistake entrepreneurs/innovators make?

Knowing when to pivot.

What are the top three lessons you've learned as an entrepreneur?

Never take no for an answer.
Realize that the cash runs out faster than you think.
If someone doesn't work replace them fast.

Full bio

For over 20 years, Joy Ajlouny has been an e-commerce industry professional whose business and fashion influence has spanned the globe. Joy is the co-found of Fetchr, a Silicon-Valley backed technology company based in Dubai aimed at solving emerging market shipping logistics. Fetchr is the first start-up in the Middle East to be funded by a top venture capital firm in Silicon Valley. Prior to Fetchr, Joy founded Bonfaire, an internet-based VC-backed discovery platform for luxury footwear and accessories. Bonfaire was acquired in 2013 by fashion e-commerce giant Mode Operandi, owned by LVMH and Condé Nast. While only 2.7% of venture capital funds have been raised by women, Joy has successfully raised funds for two companies from some of the most prestigious Silicon Valley venture capital firms. Joy has also been a strategic advisor to fashion startups, venture capital firms and major fashion publications. Joy's personal style and keen sense of fashion is a product of her extensive travels.