The GCC region has some of the strongest female leaders in the world who influence various industries such as healthcare, fintech, fashion, and technology. These trailblazers do not just break glass ceilings, but they also bring about innovation, economic growth, and social change throughout the Middle East. The compilation of the ten best who transformed industries and motivated the community due to vision, leadership, and success to make a difference is the Arabian Business 100 Most Inspiring Women 2025 list. These ladies may be taken as a symbol of the increased focus on female empowerment and global impact, which is characteristic of the region, starting with the examples of AI creators to retail pioneers, as highlighted in Latest Gulf News.
Co-Founder of Jeddah United Sports Company; Arab Women Award recipient for empowering young women through sports.
Table Description
The list features ten female pioneers in the industries throughout the GCC, including healthcare, fintech, and AI, as well as fashion, retail, and sports. The UAE has a top position with six representatives that prove the investment of the country in female leadership. Saudi Arabia and Qatar are characterized by pioneers who have done a lot in the fields of entrepreneurship, finance, and sports. All leaders are experts with a vision and influence who can promote the development of a region and social changes, empowerment, and community development. Their works depict the growing role of females in the socio-economic environment of the GCC, with international and regional change manifested.
FAQs
1. Who took the first position of the Arabian Business 100 Most Inspiring Women 2025?
Dr. Mariam Matar (UAE) due to her innovations in terms of healthcare and genetic research work.
2. What are the sectors that are the most represented by these women?
Healthcare, financial technology, retail, education, artificial intelligence/technology, and entrepreneurship.
3. Do you have Saudi Leaders included?
Yes, Hala Al-Tuwaijri and Lina Al-Maeena are known in the field of finance and sports leadership.
4. Who targets tech startups on the global level?
Priscilla Elora Sharuk, the CEO of Gulf Bridge Venture Partners, Forbes 10 Women in Tech MENA.
5. What role is played by this list in empowering women in the GCC?
It motivates leadership, innovation, and social impact in the region through demonstrating role models in various industries.
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