"The biggest risk is not to risk," he said, citing the words of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, that man must explore his way, seek risk, and know how to Challenges can be met and move forward.

After years of long service in the government sector, Badawawi decided to enter the field of entrepreneurship, investing all the cash he had at the beginning of his retirement, which amounted to about 300 thousand dirhams, and decided to establish the company "Vodia World" food trade, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), one of Dubai's economic institutions.

Al-Badawi said that he faced some challenges, but he was able to overcome these difficulties, especially during his visits to countries around the world. He noted the remarkable demand for consumption of dried and frozen fruits, especially those of high quality, .

Frozen fruit

He added that he decided to start his project in the import of frozen fruit from several countries in East Asia, including South Korea, Vietnam and Cambodia, and marketed in the local markets in the country and the Gulf countries and the Middle East and Europe. He began the process of promoting imported products in the local market in Dubai, With the support of the Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment, the company has been able to supply its products to large establishments such as Emirates Airlines, Jumeirah Group and Union Cooperative, which has given a great boost to the business, providing it with the ability to maintain stability and stability. . He pointed out that his field of work is concentrated in the field of the provision of frozen fruits and their preservation and distribution in the markets, pointing out that he succeeded in participating in a number of trade fairs that allowed him a new start, especially as a member of the Mohammed bin Rashid Enterprise Foundation, Under his umbrella, he was able to participate in the Gulf Food Show, and by interacting with local merchants he succeeded in making a big shift from the start of the project in 2017.

New job

Al-Badawi said that he enjoys a new job as a business leader. He provides health food to consumers, and his products have earned a reputation for health and have impressed consumers because of their high quality and quality.

He pointed out that at the beginning of the activity rented stores and car cooled for transport, and was working himself in the process of receipt of goods and redistribution to the institutions with which he works, but quickly managed to recruit five employees, and the rental of an administrative office and a large store area of ​​4000 square feet, And the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Enterprise Development, in the Jebel Ali Industrial Zone, where he can distribute food products and direct consumer service through online marketing and social networking sites.

leading businesses

He said he has great business goals, he plans to work with large markets by acquiring a brand that has a reputation known to traders, and can be distributed to more markets and consumers, noting that the operating capital has now doubled to about four million AED, after starting work only 300 thousand dirhams is the end of service bonus and the amount of retirement he managed to invest and start a new life with entrepreneurship.

Al-Badawi said that he did not rely on bank financing. The pension was enough for a good start, especially with highly efficient financial management and a profit and income account that helped him develop activity, increase capital and expand business.

He noted that he is seeking to double his business with funding from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Establishment for Enterprise Development and that he is waiting for approval for the new financing, which will be used to increase the volume of business, employ more and expand in other markets. He dreams of a fleet of transport carrying his quality products To spread across the streets of the UAE, the Gulf States and the Middle East.