American University of Beirut

Heroes of Scale Episode 1: The Inspiring Growth Journey of Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic

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​Heroes of Scale Episode 1: The Inspiring Growth Journey of Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic​​

This episode explores the inspiring growth journey of Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic, showcasing how a playful and purpose-driven healthcare model can be aligned with a sustainable business strategy. Through the lens of strategic decision-making for SMEs, the episode offers practical insights into branding, defining customer value, and scaling with intention-​ making it a valuable listen for SME leaders navigating growth with purpose.

00:00 | Introduction of Moderators & Guests – Dr. Bijan Azad, Mr. Sami Kteily, and Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic's Dr. Jad Nasr & Ms. Carla Far​raj.

06:03 | The inspiration behind Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic’s innovative, child-friendly approach to pediatric dentistry.

07:55 | Context of Lebanon’s economic crisis and COVID-19 as motivation for joining the SSS Program.

10:10 | Key pain points in pediatric dental care: Balancing effective medical treatment with an animated, child-centric experience.

13:00 | Pediatric dentistry in Lebanon, including industry realities, high cavity rates, and rising competition.

16:04 | Kids Airline Pediatric Clinic’s competitive advantage through emotional connection, child psychology, magical techniques, and team training.

18:50 | Overview of company growth and scaling strategy.

22:50 | Approach to sustainable growth, highlighting the benefits of slow, long-term progress.

27:05 | Factors influencing a company’s ideal growth pace.

32:00 | Key takeaways from the SSS Program: operational evaluations, financial goal setting, and milestone prioritization.

48:02 | Growth advice for SMEs focused on understanding the core problem, defining value, and strategic positioning.

57:10 | Final reflections and lessons learned.​

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