How Sassan Khatib-Shahidi Built Dubai’s Imaging Giant From a Law Background

In this impactful episode, we welcome Mr. Sassan Dieter Khatib-Shahidi — a lawyer by profession, a strategist by mindset, and a storyteller by passion, owner of German Imaging Technologies (GIT) Dubai LLC ‪@gitdubaillc1‬ — who has transformed his life from Frankfurt to Dubai, leading a business rooted in the Circular Economy of printer remanufacturing.

From courtroom debates to entrepreneurial leadership, Sassan’s journey is anything but ordinary. He unpacks how purpose-driven thinking, adaptive vision, and the right ecosystem enabled him to build a sustainable business in an industry many overlook. With raw honesty, he discusses the real challenges of pivoting careers, relocating countries, and reimagining industries through innovation.

Whether you're navigating your next move, building a conscious business, or redefining your legacy — this episode is rich with insights that transcend the usual startup talk.

🔑 Key Topics Covered:
🔹 Introduction – 01:24
🔹 What Made Him Shift to Dubai – 02:11
🔹 From Law to Circular Economy – Why the Big Pivot? – 09:01
🔹 Advice for Entrepreneurs Navigating Unfamiliar Industries – 16:03
🔹 The Challenges Faced While Relocating and Reinventing – 18:51
🔹 When Sales Dropped — and What He Did Next – 25:27
🔹 The Formula Behind Building a Strong Business Network – 37:15
🔹 What Legacy Means to Him — and What He Wants to Leave Behind – 40:00

🎧 Tune in now to hear one of the region’s most thoughtful voices in sustainable business — and walk away with timeless insights on adaptability, network power, and legacy-driven entrepreneurship.

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