Women Entrepreneur

The winners of the second edition of the FemTech Hackathon at the Women’s Pavilion, Expo City Dubai have been announced. An AI-powered decision engine designed to eliminate clinical misdiagnosis, a menstrual-cycle-synced nutrition app and a wearable device to prevent and treat mastitis are among the winning innovations. The hackathon brought together 46 students, aged 16-18 […]

Zein Zone’s Zaina Kourki and GAIA Culture’s Patricia Paulina Karrer are reshaping artist financing with an art–tech–finance model that enables emerging regional talent to build long-term brand value.

The HealthCard®, a Swiss-patented tool developed by medicalswitzerland AG, uses NFC technology to give patients immediate access to their own medical records.

Redefining the UAE investment landscape through Gen-Z innovation and strategic consultancy.

EW Partners, led by Jessica Wong, is scaling Saudi startups globally. With over $1 billion AUM, international investors, and successes like J&T Express, the firm combines strategic support and sector focus to turn local ventures into global champions.

Women across the Middle East are stepping confidently into senior leadership roles, bringing fresh perspectives and resilience. The next step for organizations is to strengthen the systems that will sustain this momentum and unlock their full potential.

“Dubai allows ambitious ideas to take shape quickly. You can bring together investors, creatives, and innovators and start building at scale almost immediately.”

“For me, launching a business isn’t just about commercial success or money. It’s about taking that step, overcoming fear, and unlocking a new mindset."

“This is a UAE-born innovation addressing a gap that exists globally: wellness tools have largely ignored the spiritual foundations that guide daily life for so many, both here and around the world."

“Radio’s strength isn’t volume or virality — it’s intimacy,” says Mariam (Maz) Hakim Presenter, Virgin Radio, Arabian Radio Network (ARN). “And in a fast-growing market like the UAE, where communities are still being shaped in real time, that intimacy remains incredibly valuable.” Maz Hakim has built a long-standing radio career in the Middle East through […]

“Whenever people dine at Spice Grill, we make it our mission to make them feel welcome, as if they are eating in their families’ homes."

“I look for businesses that can take advantage of our expansive geographic and technical capacity!”

“At its core, Ithara.ae is a marketplace; we connect customers who are looking for high-quality experiences, either for themselves or as a gift, with experience providers across the UAE.”

Alyazi Al Khattal, co-founder and CEO of Pulsar Group—a female leader shaping the region's engagement with cutting-edge technologies.

Insoights from entrepreneur, author, and speaker Natalie Sisson.

"Our vision is that no matter which emirate you receive care in, you can trust that your treatment is supported by locally built, nationally aligned, patient-first health technology."

The former Olympic speed skater turned entrepreneur reflects on the mindset, momentum, and lessons behind taking ROAR Fitness from London to Dubai.

The Middle East Young Talents Program marks its 12th edition, celebrating Arab women advancing STEM and empowering 63 researchers with AED3.8 million in endowments.

"Chase things that excite you, that make you think, give yourself time to enjoy the little moments, and stop scrolling social media for inspiration of what your life should be like."

"Success without balance is unsustainable. I've learned that financial and emotional security are deeply connected."

Zafar led Phoenix Group's historic IPO on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange in 2023.

"The mindset shift I recommend is this: don't chase "having it all." Instead, define what matters most to you, and align your choices around that."

"My greatest achievement is not just one project or company, but the fact that I built a path where opportunities for myself and my family are limitless, and where I can also create opportunities for others."

"For me, the definition of success today means freedom in decision-making, the ability to choose how I spend my time, who I work with, and what I create and how I prioritize."

"For me, success is waking up every day inspired, creating something that carries meaning, and seeing people connect emotionally with what we do."

Sajwani holds one of the largest networks of real estate agents and brokers in the region, comprising over 3,000 professionals.