Abdullah and Ioana are the dynamic duo behind Toolbox General Maintenance, the company redefining what it means to “fix things” in Ras Al Khaimah — not just walls and tiles, but trust and transparency too. They’re parents, entrepreneurs, and community builders who swapped skyscrapers for sunsets, proving that sometimes slowing down is the ultimate glow-up.
RAK gave them the space to raise their son, dream bigger, and BBQ with friends (Nintendo nights included). In return, they’re giving back by refreshing homes, solving problems with heart, and sprinkling a little reliability into an industry that desperately needed it.
Interview Highlights
🚗 Pandemic plot twist: left Dubai traffic in the dust and moved to RAK for more nature, community, and peace.
👨👩👦 Parenting + playdates: evenings by the beach, mall adventures, and “bry” BBQ nights with friends.
💪 Ioana’s empowerment story: RAK gave her space to thrive as both a mother and professional without compromise.
🌍 Abdullah’s wow-moment: attending a leadership conference with RAK’s ruler and being blown away by Vision 2030.
🛠 Toolbox origins: born from their own painful renovation struggles, now offering a one-stop shop for quality fixes.
🔑 Secret sauce: daily updates, honesty about timelines, and never ghosting clients (RAK residents know the struggle!).
🎮 Fun fact: Their team WhatsApp groups are part project tracker, part family album — complete with videos, photos, and constant laughs.
🌟 Shoutout to WOW-RAK: their go-to guide for staying plugged into the heartbeat of RAK’s events, businesses, and community vibes.
Pull Out Quotes
“At Toolbox, beyond tools and repairs, we’re actually providing trust and care — because that’s what makes a community.”
“Ras Al Khaimah is not about hustle. It’s all about harmony.”
“We’re not the company that says yes to everything. We’re the company that says, ‘Explain it again — let’s get this right.’”
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⚠️ Disclaimer: Submitting a nomination does not guarantee a video interview. All nominations are reviewed by the WOW-RAK x E-Find RAK team before selection.
About the Collaboration (WOW-RAK × E-Find RAK)
When storytelling meets discovery — you get a front-row seat to Ras Al Khaimah’s most inspiring journeys. That’s exactly what happens when WOW-RAK, the city’s lifestyle voice, joins hands with E-Find RAK, the digital compass for local talent and businesses. Think of it as your backstage pass to the people shaping RAK — with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of personality.
Together, we’re lifting the curtain on the movers and makers behind the emirate’s glow-up. From boardrooms to beach walks, RAK Icons brings you real stories from real legends — all rooted right here in Ras Al Khaimah.
Together, we’re putting the spotlight where it belongs: on the people behind the scenes — the dreamers, doers, and change-makers who are building, creating, and inspiring in Ras Al Khaimah. From accountants to artists, chefs to CEOs, RAK Icons is our way of saying, “Hey, have you met this amazing human yet?”
Because Ras Al Khaimah isn’t just about the views — it’s about the visionaries. And this collaboration is here to tell their stories, one incredible local at a time.
- E-Find RAK YouTube Channel
- WOW-RAK Homepage
- Submit a Story Tip (info@wow-rak.com)
