Why Summer Is the Most Underrated Growth Season for Businesses

Starting up with Virtuzone

Friday, 26 June 2026 - 38 minutes

Tom Urquhart and Neil Petch find out why summer could be one of the most underrated growth seasons for founders and SMEs.

Pedro Antunes from PCA Events joins the show to talk about preparation, planning and what businesses should be doing when the pace slows down.

Then Lauren Hamilton, Founder and General Manager of Ride Skipper, shares what it takes to build momentum, win support, and keep growing a business that solves a very real Dubai problem.

A practical conversation about using the quieter months properly — before the busy season comes rushing back.

 

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