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Dr. Raja Easa Al Gurg is a visionary force in the Middle East, celebrated as the Chairperson and Managing Director of the Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group, one of the UAE’s most prominent family-run businesses. Under her exceptional leadership, the Group has thrived, building upon the legacy of her late father, Easa Saleh Al Gurg, the Group’s founder.
As a powerful advocate for women’s empowerment, Dr. Al Gurg has dedicated herself to fostering opportunities for Arab women entrepreneurs. She is the Founder of the Dubai Businesswomen Council and a key figure in Dubai’s economic landscape, serving on the boards of Dubai Chambers, Dubai Chamber of Trade, and Dubai Women’s Association. Her roles span multiple sectors: she is Deputy Chairperson of the National Bank of Fujairah, a member of the advisory board at Coutts Bank, and Vice Chairperson of the University of Dubai. Additionally, she supports healthcare and education initiatives through her board roles at Dubai Academic Health Corporation, Mohammad Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, and Ajman University.
Dr. Al Gurg’s work has earned her prestigious honors, including an Honorary Doctorate in Economics from Queen’s University Belfast and a Doctor of Literature from Amity University, India. Recently appointed as Honorary Pro-Chancellor of Heriot-Watt University, she continues to drive forward educational excellence and innovation. In 2022, she also joined the Board of Directors of the Emirates Schools Establishment, overseeing vital education strategies across the UAE.
Beyond business, Dr. Al Gurg is deeply committed to philanthropy. As Chairperson of the Al Jalila Foundation, she spearheads efforts to transform healthcare and support critical medical research. Through her involvement with the Easa Saleh Al Gurg Charity Foundation, she dedicates herself to creating lasting social impact across the region.
Dr. Raja Easa Al Gurg’s leadership and influence extend beyond her many accolades. She is a role model who inspires with her dedication to advancing women’s roles in business and her profound commitment to social and economic betterment.
