Top 10 Women Business Leaders from Dubai - 2025
Dubai has become a worldwide center of business and innovation, and women in Dubai are an essential part of its economy. Women executives in Dubai are shattering barriers in all sectors of business, from finance and technology to hospitality and real estate. Their participation in the economy showcases a growing emphasis on diversity and empowerment for women in business.
These leaders embody a distinctive combination of vision, resilience, and strategic thinking. They are known for fostering inclusive workplace practices, facilitating innovation, and championing sustainable business practices. Many have turned small startups into thriving businesses and have made significant contributions to Dubai’s ecosystem of entrepreneurs. Their leadership styles frequently prioritize collaboration, mentorship, and long-term growth, which motivate younger generations of women to embark on ambitious careers.
Beyond the realm of business, women leaders in Dubai actively participate in social activities and community advancement. They use their power to promote education, entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment to establish a more balanced system for future leaders. By creating pathways to success, their accomplishments reshape outdated norms and demonstrate how women's roles have changed in the region's economic development and prosperity. In conclusion, these women have transcended the idea of a positive contribution toward profit margins. They are shaping leadership and aspiration, innovation and strategy, determination and compassion, positively towards the future. Their leadership strengthens Dubai's global position within the business world and leads to a greater inclusiveness, diversity, and futurism of corporate cultures in the Middle East.
In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings a list of ‘Top 10 Women Business Leaders from Dubai - 2025’, who are domineers of change in the corporate realm of the country. This list of ten leading and inspiring women is crafted by a team of CEOs, VCs, and the editorial board, delivering inspiring stories of their journey and the contributions & roles played by them in the creation and empowerment of an economically powerful nation.
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Alia Saleh, CFO, Dubai
She has expertise in accounting, audit, and advisory, with specialization in corporate governance and risk, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and more
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Alisha Moopen, CEO & Managing Director, Dubai
She drives strategic growth, innovation, and operational excellence across the organization, with a strong focus on patient-centric care, healthcare accessibility, and more
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Anastasia Pakhalkova, Managing Director, Dubai
Her areas of expertise include free trade zone areas and offshore jurisdictions, incorporations, financial licenses, and banking compliance and more
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Hana Hamzeh, Founder, Dubai
With a background in journalism and digital media, she is committed to empowering the next generation through accessible financial education and transforming lives
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Julie Nguyen, Co-Founder, Dubai
She specializes in career development coaching, corporate training, diversity and inclusion, executive coaching, leadership development, marketing consulting, and more
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Kristina Tantsyura, Managing Partner & CEO, Dubai
She specializes in international business development and market entry in the UAE and Gulf region, and as a lecturer and author, she bridges cross-cultural business relations
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Mette Haxthausen, Commercial Director, Dubai
She specializes in strategic brand evolution, digital integration, and building highperformance, guest-focused teams
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Mirna Sleiman, Founder & CEO, Dubai
She has more than 15 years of experience in innovation programs, government affairs, investor relations, journalism, strategic digital communications, and global partnerships
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Nezha Alaoui, CEO, Dubai
With over years of experience as a social entrepreneur, author and influencer, she has implemented projects that empower women and youth to develop stronger leadership skills
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Reema Mahajan, Founder & Content Creator, Dubai
She focuses on sharing inspiring stories, insights, and resources, fostering engagement, support, and visibility for women professionals and entrepreneurs in Dubai


