Maha Abouelenein
Maha Abouelenein is a Personal Branding Expert, CEO of Digital and Savvy, and Author of 7 Rules of Self-Reliance. Maha has been instrumental in orchestrating transformational strategies for global corporate giants, high-growth startups, sports organization, top governments, and high-net-worth individuals.
Renowned Global Strategist and Personal Branding Instructor
Lousin Mehrabi
Selected as one of the Most Influential Negotiation Professionals Globally, Lousin Mehrabi is an Inspirational Speaker, Trainer, and Board Advisor. Trained and mentored by some of world's best (hostage) negotiators, Lousin has been qualified as a Certified Professional Negotiator, CPN© by the International Scientific Experts Committee of Negotiators. She works with CEOs and decision-makers worldwide to help them get the best out of themselves and their teams.
International Professional Negotiator and Negotiations Instructor
Halima Jumani
Halima Jumani is part of the founding family of award winning Kibsons, delivering fresh groceries from farm to kitchen. Today, she oversees all finance and operations, a team of over 1,500 across the business, and over 30,000 orders weekly.
Founding family of Kibsons and Customer Experience Instructor
Donna Benton
Donna Benton is the founder and CEO of the Entertainer – the leading provider of Buy One Get One Free. She played a pivotal role in its success, expanding to 15 countries and transitioning from a book to a tech company before exiting in 2018. Donna founded The Benton Group, a dynamic organisation focusing on establishing new companies and investing in businesses with the potential to scale.
Founder of The Entertainer, CEO of The Benton Group and Mentor
Alissar Nasr
Alissar Nasr is Arab Woman of the Year 2020 in Education, Chief Academic Officer of Al Mawakeb Schools, one of the oldest school groups in the UAE with a powerful legacy network. She is the founder of AMSI Voices. Graduated from Harvard University with a Masters of Education in Administrative Planning and Social Policy, Alissar Nasr has more than 35 years of experience in academic planning, curriculum development, and school operations.
Chief Academic Officer of Al Mawakeb Schools
Yan Narayan
Yan Gao Narayan is the Managing Director of Hunter Foods, a global trend leader in FMCG snacks manufacturing, packaging and distribution. Yan has transformed the company’s brand voice, product suite and distribution strategy, successfully positioning Hunter Foods as Asia’s leading gourmet snack manufacturer.
Managing Director
Hunter Foods
Su Bridgman
Su Bridgman is the Founder and CEO of SpeakFluence Global. She inspires professionals, executives, and CEOs to speak with influence, lead with impact, and maximize their potential with her company, SpeakFluence. Before being recognized by Forbes Books as the international authority on communication intelligence, Su Bridgman honed her communication skills as a commercial litigator.
Founder of SpeakFluence™ Global and Communications Intelligence Authority
Lucy d'Abo
Lucy d'Abo is a workplace culture expert and awarded business leader. Lucy has been recognized in the top 50 of Inspiring Female Leaders 2022 by Arabian Business, Entrepreneur of Year by the SME Stars of Business Awards 2015 and named as one of the 50 Most Influential Brits in the Arabian Business index in 2013 and 2014.
CEO of Together and Workplace Culture Expert
Nadia Zaal
Nadia Zaal is the Owner, Founder, and CEO of Zaya, leading a portfolio that includes Nurai Island, Al Barari, Zuha Island, Hameni, and Zaya Early Learning. Recognized as one of the region’s most dynamic and forward-thinking business leaders, Nadia has earned numerous accolades for her groundbreaking achievements. Beyond her professional success, she is a devoted mother of four who deeply values quality time with her family, especially in nature.
Emirati Entrepreneur and Founder and CEO of Zaya Group
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Elham AlQasim
Elham AlQasim is the first Arab woman to trek to the North Pole. She currently serves as the Chief Strategy and Technology Officer at Majid Al Futtaim Holding, where she leads the development of the company’s long-term strategic vision. Previously, Elham was the CEO of Digital14, CEO of Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and Executive Director of the Ghadan21 program. Her impressive career also spans roles at Mubadala Investment Company, Emirates Global Aluminium, and JPMorgan.
Chief Strategy and Technology Officer at Majid Al Futtaim Holding
Dr. Saliha Afridi
Dr. Saliha Afridi is a clinical psychologist and the visionary founder and Chairwoman of The LightHouse Arabia, one of the first mental health clinics in Dubai. Established in 2011, The LightHouse Arabia has evolved into one of the most influential mental health centers in the UAE and the region providing therapies for children, adults, couples and families. Dr. Afridi specializes in workplace and executive mental health, and also possesses deep expertise in parenting strategies and family dynamics.
Clinical Psychologist, Founder and Chairwoman of The LightHouse Arabia
Jessica Kahawaty
Jessica Kahawaty is a Food Entrepreneur, Human Rights Advocate and Internationally acclaimed Model. Through an extensive career since her teenage years, the multi-hyphenate Australian figure with Middle Eastern origins, has bridged cultures in the fashion industry and humanitarianism. Jessica is also the Founder of Mama Rita food and lifestyle brand co-founded with her mother Rita in the UAE.
Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
Julie Nguyen
Julie Nguyen is on a mission to change the world for women. As the founder, Julie is the visionary and driving force behind Crunchmoms, one of the leading women's networks the region, supporting women at every stage of their careers, business and motherhood journey. She is passionate about empowering women, building communities and brands.
Co-Founder of Crunchmoms and host
Raya Halet
Raya Halet is mom of two boys living in the UAE for over 25 years. As a biotechnologist turned parenting enthusiast, she is the host and Founder of 'They Say It Takes A Village', a platform to help parents navigate their journey with advice from experts and local heroes.
Founder of They Say It Takes A Village and Master of Ceremony
Zeina Abdalla
An accomplished and award-winning entrepreneur, Zeina is the Co-Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Glucare Health and meta[bolic] – an organisation that approaches the global metabolic disease endemic from a first-principles basis. She is responsible for all marketing, advertising and communications initiatives, community engagement, social media strategy and collaborations. Prior, she founded fishfayce, a digital content startup.
Co-Founder and Chief Engagement Officer at Glucare Health and meta[bolic] and Marketing Mentor
Liying Tay
Liying is the co-founder of Crunchmoms. What started from a deep personal need to redefine what it means to integrate motherhood and career led to building one of the region's most influential women network. She wants to help women lead intentional lives and believes in the power of building impactful communities as a driving force for change.
Co-Founder of Crunchmoms and host
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Saima Khan
Saima Khan is the Co-Founder and CCO of Cheeky Monkeys Playland, a global children’s play and event company, and a founding Shareholder of Citizen Cosmetics, an inclusive makeup brand with offices in Dubai, London, and LA. A serial entrepreneur and angel investor, she has built multiple businesses from idea to multi-million dollar exits.
Founder of Cheeky Monkeys Playland and Startup Mentor
Galia Shaw
Galia Shaw is a dynamic global senior people leader with over 20 years of diverse experience in financial services, consumer goods, aviation, and data analytics. She specializes in organizational design, leadership development, executive coaching, talent management, and change management. Galia's impressive career includes roles at renowned companies such as Unilever, American Express, and Qatar Airways.
Senior Vice President and Head of The People Team for Visa CEMEA
Lauren O'Connell
Lauren O'Connell