We recently had the opportunity to interview Mohammed Bourghol, Founder and Owner of Airport Passes, a specialized company for Meet and Assist services at airports. With experience working in the aviation industry, Mohammed stands out in the industry as an expert services Business Development Manager. Currently, Airport Passes operates at over 300 international airports around the world, where they offer hassle-free meet and greet services ensuring complete satisfaction of the clients.
In this insightful interview, Mohammed speaks about his journey in this field, services offered by his company, challenges, and the impact of technology, alongside offering valuable suggestions for aspiring entrepreneurs.
The Beginning
We started the interview by asking, “How did you get started, and what led you to where you are today?”
Mohammed shared, “I started from scratch in 1995, working as a trainer, and employee, and what brought me to this level today is the grace of God, love for work, ambition, and perseverance in what I do. And I believe every hard worker gets a chance to prove themselves in life and the same happened with me.”
More About Airport Passes
To learn more about the role of Mohammed Bourghol and the offerings of his company, we asked, “Can you share more about your current role and the business you lead? What are the core services/products you provide?”
Mohammed Bourghol replied, “I am the Founder and Owner of Airport Passes, a specialized company for Meet and Assist services at airports. After signing an agreement with most of the ground handling companies at each airport, we are currently providing meet and greet services at more than 360 airports globally. We opened our first branch in Istanbul – Turkey and eventually, our second branch in Dubai – UAE.”
Overcoming Major Challenges
Challenges are an inevitable part of every business journey. So, we asked, “What challenges have you faced as a business leader, and how have you overcome them?”
“There are bound to be challenges and obstacles, but thanks to god and his grace. With my determination, consistency and will to solve, I overcame these hardships in my professional path.” He reflected.
Impact Of AI On Business Transformation
Technological advancements have been playing a crucial role in transforming businesses. To learn its impact on Airport Passes, we asked Mohammed, “How do you see technology, especially AI, impacting your industry? Are there any innovative practices you’re implementing?”
Mohammed Bourghol responded, “Artificial Intelligence is the future and the new era of development. But its impact is weak on us as we primarily provide tangible services and after-sales services to our customers.”
Trends In The Travel Industry
We further asked, “What are your views on the future of the industry you’re associated with?”
“What I observe now is that the market trend in this industry is heading towards digital aspects, where 65% of sales are online rather than the services of travel agencies and travel agents currently depend on corporate sales.” He added.
Insights For Aspiring Professionals
Addressing the beginners in this field, we asked, “What advice would you give to aspiring entrepreneurs or leaders looking to make an impact in your industry?”
Mohammed Bourghol mentioned, “Seek development, keep up with the current era, and start where others left off. Try to find the gaps in the market and offer solutions to fill the same.”
The Art Of Balancing
We ended the interview by asking, “How do you maintain a work-life balance while managing a business?”
“I work with my employees in a team environment, where each of us has different duties and responsibilities. But in the end, we all complement each other. Moreover, to smoothly balance my roles, I follow a rule where I divide my daily life into three parts, consisting of 8 hours for my work, 8 hours for my personal and family life, and 8 hours for my rest and sleep.” Mohammed concluded.
Follow Mohammed Bourghol on LinkedIn.
Find Airport Passes on their website http://www.airportpasses.com
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