How Gilbert Atwiine Built a Multi-Million Media Business in Uganda

Are you a business owner, corporate leader, or someone with a story others need to hear? We'd love to feature you on our show! Contact us today via WhatsApp at +1 469 278 1138 or call +256 704 233 306. In this episode of CEO Insights Uganda, we talk to Gilbert Atwiine, CEO of Twine Shots, one of Uganda’s largest and most innovative video and photography companies. Gilbert has built a strong reputation for capturing breathtaking moments at social events such as weddings, introductions, kukyaalas, and corporate productions such as seminars, conferences, workshops, trainings, and team buildings. He is known for his unique ability to blend traditional photography techniques with cutting-edge AI tools like Photomagic and Evoto, which he uses to optimize images and significantly reduce lead times, ensuring his clients get the best results in the shortest time. With a focus on both individual and corporate clients, Gilbert has transformed the landscape of photography and video production in Uganda. In this episode, he shares his journey of scaling his business, embracing AI in the creative industry, and working with some of the biggest corporate names in the country. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of Uganda’s top entrepreneurs and creatives. You can reach Gilbert directly at +256 752 969 130. Episode Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:45 What Twine Shots does 03:49 His background 09:30 How he set up Twine Shots 21:55 How the photography industry has changed over the years 36:30 The scope of Twine Shots operations 40:41 What sets Twine Shots apart from other photographers 47:20 Photomagic event photo delivery software 50:20 Working with Corporate clients 54:32 How one can start a video and photography business 1:04:20 Marketing strategies 1:11:20 Additional services offered 1:15:20 Most memorable and most challenging events 1:25:50 Planning for guest numbers at the event 1:27:45 The future of Twine Shots CEO Insights Uganda with Herbert Rwabugahya is Uganda’s number one podcast. As the most watched and fastest growing podcast, it is consistently ranked as the best Ugandan podcast, bringing the country's business landscape to life with powerful storytelling, real-life insights, and raw success stories. Dominating across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major streaming platforms, CEO Insights Uganda has redefined the landscape for anyone searching for a Uganda podcast, podcasts about Uganda, or the best podcasts in East Africa. Whether you're searching for a Ugandan podcast, exploring podcasts about Uganda, or trying to discover the most relevant podcasts from Kampala, CEO Insights Uganda is your trusted source. This isn’t just another business podcast in Uganda—it’s a dynamic space where leaders, builders, and visionaries across every sector share their stories. From high-level CEO interviews in Uganda to deep dives with founders, investors, politicians, creators, and cultural icons, we go beyond the headlines to explore the real stories shaping Uganda’s business, politics, innovation, and society. Each episode offers a masterclass in leadership, entrepreneurship, resilience, and smart strategy, whether you're curious about real estate podcasts in Uganda, startup journeys, or how top brands in Uganda were built. If you’ve ever searched YouTube for terms like Lynn Ngugi show, The Diary Of A CEO podcast, The Ugandan Boy Talk Show, how to Start a Business in Uganda, or The Ugandan Podcast, you’ve just found your new favorite show. We don’t just talk about success—we unpack it. Expect candid discussions about challenges, breakthroughs, and decisions that have shaped some of Uganda’s most influential lives. CEO Insights Uganda is also among the most trusted Uganda news podcasts and politics in Uganda podcasts, often spotlighting public leaders and game changers driving the region forward. Filmed in Kampala but watched across Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, South Sudan, the UAE, the UK, and the US, CEO Insights Uganda is a pan-African platform with global reach. Whether you're a student, entrepreneur, policy thinker, or just passionate about Uganda’s transformation, this show gives you the rare, raw, and real stories that define East Africa’s future. For business inquiries or guest recommendations, reach out via WhatsApp at +1 469 278 1138, call +256 704 233 306, or email [email protected]