Self-sustaining in a circular economy and crumbling state: Wakilni’s strategic roadmap

The repercussions of the ongoing crisis in Lebanon have knocked on every door, be it businesses, homes or the public sector. Whilst companies cannot ignore the crisis, there are strategies to mitigate them in order to self-sustain, achieve growth and collectively contribute to the circular economy. Wakilni, a logistics and services partner for thousands of small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in Lebanon, is well positioned to understand the core needs of businesses and tailor its offerings to support companies to grow.  The human element is at the forefront of today’s challenges, namely talent. This is often echoed in the private sector space where the brain drain phenomenon has left businesses struggling to identify, attract and retain top talent. Younger talent specifically is rushing to leave. This comes at the cost of lost investment; searching and onboarding new talent can cause delays from an operational standpoint. In addition, when operating in