Rania A. Al-Mashat has been an influential figure in Egypt’s government since 2018, serving as the Minister of Planning, Economic Development & International Cooperation. Previously, she held the positions of Minister of International Cooperation and Minister of Tourism, showcasing her diverse expertise in economic development and international relations. With a robust background in economics, Rania…
Miriam Abadi is transforming the beauty and wellness landscape with TRU & Beyond, a platform she founded in 2021 after a successful 13-year marketing career. What started as a wellness and beauty recommendation platform has evolved into a global hub for beauty experts, workshops, and pop-ups across the Middle East. Miriam’s mission is to challenge…
Shaista Asif has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of PureHealth as part of a leadership restructuring ahead of the company’s Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). This move, alongside Farhan Malik’s expanded role as Managing Director, aligns with PureHealth’s business strategy and simplifies the management structure of the…
Sima Ganwani Ved is the Founder and Chairwoman of the UAE-based Apparel Group, a multi-billion-dollar retail empire spanning 85+ prestigious brands across 2,300+ stores in 14 countries, supported by over 24,000 employees. Under her leadership, Apparel Group has become one of the largest retailers in the Middle East, earning her numerous accolades, including Philanthropreneur of…
Noor Sweid is the Founder and Managing Partner of Global Ventures, a UAE-based international venture capital firm with a presence in Cairo, Jeddah, Riyadh, Tunis, and Lagos. Prior to founding Global Ventures, she was the Chief Investment Officer at The Dubai Future Foundation and Managing Partner at Leap Ventures. Noor’s career spans across multiple successful…
At the forefront of the Gulf’s most prestigious aviation projects and as the first female Emirati aircraft engineer, Dr. Eng. Suaad Al Shamsi exemplifies resilience and dedication in an industry historically dominated by men. She encourages young women with her unshakable motto: “If you can dream it, you can achieve it.” Driven by an early…
