The Unseen List

Rajveer Singh Bedi

The Unseen List is a business podcast featuring real, unfiltered conversations with entrepreneurs and leaders who came to Dubai with ambition and built something meaningful. We uncover the struggles, risks, mindset shifts, and bold decisions behind real success. From startup journeys to leadership and growth strategies, each episode reveals what it truly takes to build in the UAE’s dynamic ecosystem.

  1. 11 Sept

    He Risked Everything for the UAE flag 🇦🇪 | Adil Khalid - EP 14 | The Unseen List

    The Emirati Who Conquered the World’s Toughest Ocean RaceWhat does it take to spend nine months at sea, sail thousands of miles around the world, survive storms, sleepless nights and extreme conditions and still keep going?In this episode of The Unseen List, Rajveer Singh Bedi sits down with Adil Khalid, the first and only Emirati sailor to represent the UAE at the Olympic Games and the first Arab to win the Volvo Ocean Race.At just 19, Adil represented the UAE at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. He later sailed around the world twice and competed in the Volvo Ocean Race, spending weeks at sea with his crew in one of the most demanding endurance races in professional sport.But one moment stands out:What does it feel like to stand next to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, holding a trophy you just won for your country?Adil takes us behind that moment and behind the journey that led him there.From sailing as a teenager in Dubai to becoming a world-class sailor, Adil shares what it really takes to compete at the highest level, from navigating changing winds and dangerous seas to repairing a damaged boat in the middle of the ocean.For Adil, sailing was never just about winning. It was about believing in yourself, pushing through impossible situations and opening the door for the next generation.“Believe in yourself. Do it.”This is the story of Adil Khalid - Emirati sailor, Olympian, ocean racer and Volvo Ocean Race winner.

    He Risked Everything for the UAE flag 🇦🇪 | Adil Khalid - EP 14 | The Unseen List
  2. 11 Sept

    He Lost Everything, Then Built It All Back | Manoj Sharma - Ep 13 | The Unseen List

    What happens when the business you built from scratch suddenly comes to a standstill?In this episode of The Unseen List, Rajveer Singh Bedi sits down with Manoj Sharma, Managing Director of ELF Shipping, to discuss his journey from Mumbai to Dubai, building a successful exhibition logistics business, losing almost everything during COVID-19, and rebuilding from scratch.When the pandemic brought the events industry to a complete halt, Manoj and his partners went months without taking a salary. To survive the crisis and support his family, he made one of the toughest decisions of his life — he sold his apartment and moved his family into a rented home.But he didn't give up.As the industry recovered, ELF Shipping rebuilt, expanded its operations and built its own warehouse. Manoj eventually bought a home again in the same community his family loved.From business failures and high-pressure global logistics to resilience and starting over, this conversation explores the realities of entrepreneurship that people rarely talk about.In this episode:* Why Manoj left a comfortable career in Mumbai to move to Dubai* How he co-founded ELF Shipping in 2012* The importance of relationships and trust in building a business* How ELF Shipping became internationally recognised in its first year* What happened to the exhibition industry during COVID-19* Why Manoj sold his apartment during the crisis* Going months without a salary to keep the business alive* How the company rebuilt after the pandemic* Building a warehouse and expanding the business* The pressure of managing time-sensitive international logistics* Why resilience is sometimes simply about refusing to give upThis is a story about taking risks, facing failure, rebuilding from the ground up, and finding the strength to start again.This episode is a reminder that one bad chapter does not have to define your entire story.

    He Lost Everything, Then Built It All Back | Manoj Sharma - Ep 13 | The Unseen List
  3. 11 Sept

    He Turned a Hermès Himalayan Birkin Into a Supercar 🤯 | Dimitry Carbonov - Ep 12 | The Unseen List

    From transforming luxury supercars into one-of-a-kind masterpieces to creating one of the internet's most talked-about automotive designs, Dimitry Carbonov has redefined the art of automotive customization.In this episode of The Unseen List, Rajveer Singh Bedi sits down with Dimitry Carbonov, Founder & Creative Director of Carbonov Design, for an exclusive conversation about luxury cars, automotive design, creativity, entrepreneurship, and the mindset behind building a globally recognized design studio. One of the biggest highlights of this episode is Dimitry's viral Hermès Himalayan Birkin-inspired supercar, created for the Queen of Supercars. He shares the story behind the project, how the idea was brought to life, the challenges of translating one of the world's most iconic luxury handbags into a bespoke automotive design, and why it captured the attention of millions worldwide. Beyond the viral project, Dimitry takes us behind the scenes of designing bespoke supercars, working with some of the world's most prestigious automotive brands, and building a business where creativity meets engineering. As a brand ambassador for some of the world's leading automotive body kit brands, he also shares how these collaborations have shaped his perspective on luxury car customization and innovation. Dimitry opens up about his journey, lessons from the luxury automotive industry, and what it takes to continuously innovate in a highly competitive market.In this episode, we discuss: • Dimitry Carbonov's journey into automotive design • Building Carbonov Design into an internationally recognized brand • The viral Hermès Himalayan Birkin-inspired supercar for the Queen of Supercars • The creative process behind designing bespoke luxury vehicles • Working with iconic automotive brands and luxury clients • The future of automotive customization and innovation • Creativity, design thinking, and building a niche business • Entrepreneurship, branding, and standing out in a competitive industry • Lessons for aspiring designers, creators, and entrepreneurs Every iconic creation starts with a bold idea. This conversation uncovers the unseen creativity, craftsmanship, and business mindset behind designing some of the world's most extraordinary automobiles.

    He Turned a Hermès Himalayan Birkin Into a Supercar 🤯 | Dimitry Carbonov - Ep 12 | The Unseen List
  4. 24 Jul

    From International Student to MPP | Amarjot Sandhu's Inspiring Journey - Ep 11 | The Unseen List

    From arriving in Canada as an international student to becoming a Member of Provincial Parliament, Amarjot Sandhu's journey is a story of resilience, leadership, and purpose.In this episode of The Unseen List, Rajveer Singh Bedi sits down with Amarjot Sandhu (MPP for Brampton West) for an insightful conversation about ambition, perseverance, public service, and the lessons that shaped his journey.Amarjot reflects on the challenges of starting a new life in Canada, the importance of hard work and consistency, the responsibility that comes with leadership, and why building trust within a community matters more than chasing success.Whether you're an international student, entrepreneur, young professional, aspiring leader, or simply looking for inspiration to overcome challenges and build a meaningful career, this episode offers practical insights that go beyond politics.In this episode, we discuss:* Amarjot Sandhu's journey from India to Canada* Life as an international student and the lessons it taught him* Building a career through resilience and perseverance* Leadership, responsibility, and serving the community* The mindset required to overcome setbacks* Why consistency beats short-term success* Personal growth, discipline, and creating opportunities* Advice for students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and future leadersEvery success story is built on sacrifices, difficult decisions, and moments that rarely make headlines. This conversation uncovers those unseen moments and the mindset behind Amarjot Sandhu's journey.

    From International Student to MPP | Amarjot Sandhu's Inspiring Journey - Ep 11 | The Unseen List

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The Unseen List is a business podcast featuring real, unfiltered conversations with entrepreneurs and leaders who came to Dubai with ambition and built something meaningful. We uncover the struggles, risks, mindset shifts, and bold decisions behind real success. From startup journeys to leadership and growth strategies, each episode reveals what it truly takes to build in the UAE’s dynamic ecosystem.