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She Started a Business to Shift the Status Quo in Her Male-Dominated Industry. It Did $250,000 Revenue in Year 1 — Then Tripled That.
Marilynn Joyner, founder and CEO of Her Workplace, wanted to build the resource she couldn't find.
Timeless Elegance: Summat Iqbal's Eponymous Fashion Label, SUMMAT, Arrives in the Gulf With a New Take on Luxury
"What sets our designs apart is a balance of restraint and richness: silhouettes that are powerful yet feminine, details that whisper luxury rather than shout it."
#DrivenByWomen - An Emirati Women's Day 2025 Campaign, Powered by AW Rostamani Arabian Automobiles
This year we put the spotlight on six women who reflect on those who stood beside them, walking hand in hand and supporting their path to success in both business and life.
#DrivenByWomen: Maryam Al Ansari, Founder, Itifaq Legal AI
"The journey isn't about knowing everything from the start, but about seeking, learning, and discovering the right answers along the way."
#DrivenByWomen: Shamsa Al Sharif, Social Media Influencer and Entrepreneur
"Knowing that I have a foundation of love and trust allows me to move forward with strength and grace."
Being the 'Only' Woman in the Room Isn't Empowering — It's Exhausting. Here's What Needs to Change
Being the only woman in the room isn't progress — it's a warning sign, and here's how leaders can create real, lasting inclusion.
#DrivenByWomen: Hessa Lootah, Digital Ecosystem Enabler
"Hand in Hand' to me means being present through every milestone to offer guidance, support, and the right tools to ensure someone's journey stays on track."
#DrivenByWomen: Mahra Haitham Al Hosani, CEO, Pharmedic LLC
"This nation has been built by the strength of both Emirati women and men, together, we unite in precision, purpose, and excellence."
She Entered a $6.3 Billion Industry Dominated By Men — Then Started a Business to Help Other Women Do the Same: 'You Have to Prove Yourself'
Moniqueca Sims seized a lucrative opportunity in the appliance repair space.
#DrivenByWomen: Sumeya Raisi, Executive Manager, Banking And Retail Sector
"From encouraging me to aim higher as a student, to offering emotional support as a wife and mother, and providing guidance and trust in my abilities as a banker — I'm truly grateful for the support that has shaped the person I am today."
#DrivenByWomen: Aida Al Busaidy, Senior Official in the UAE Hospitality and Tourism Industry
"As we mark a decade since the inception of Emirati Women's Day, I can't help but reflect on how far we, as women, have come and continue to grow —and I attribute so much of where we stand today to the vision of our leaders and the unwavering guidance of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation."
Ethical AI for Academia: Dr. Amina Yonis' UK-Based "The Page Doctor" Expands into the UAE
'The Page Doctor' was built by Amina Dr. Yonis to help PhD students receive tailored guidance on their academic research through a model that combines human experts and ethical AI. The startup now makes its way into the UAE –the hub of AI innovation and edtech– with hopes to deepen its impact.
Free Webinar | September 25: How to Create Video That Delivers Results Fast
Join Hope Horner, CEO of Lemonlight, on September 25th for an exclusive session packed with insider tips and tricks that will allow you to build a repeatable, scalable video workflow that grows your brand. Register now!
Meet the 76-Year-Old 'C-Suite Whisperer' Who Transforms Top Companies Like SpaceX and Mastercard. Here's Her Best Advice From More Than 50 Years in Business.
Rose Fass has a knack for translating "complex strategies into something simple and executable."
What's it Like to Have It All? Here's What I Gained When I Stopped Trying to Be Perfect
As we head back into the school season and the beautiful chaos of everyday life, I hope that you are kind to yourself, forgive yourself and accept that you can't do it all — and that is more than okay.