Dariush Soudi is the founder of Gladiator Summit and ARENA Capital, with over 40 years of business experience. Recognised as one of the most inspiring entrepreneurs in the Middle East, he has built, lost, and rebuilt multiple multimillion-pound ventures across industries, including sales, smart parking solutions, consulting, AI engagement platforms, and veterinary healthcare.

Dariush has also been featured in Gulf News, Arabian Business, Gulf Business, Khaleej Times, Success.com, Aspire Magazine, and more. His work has been highlighted on the Emirates Airlines in-flight podcast, expanding his reach to a global audience.

With a growing digital presence across Instagram and YouTube, followed by tens of thousands worldwide, Dariush shares direct insights on business, discipline, financial thinking, and personal accountability. His message is consistent: success requires ownership, structure, and the willingness to rebuild when things fall apart.