A purpose-driven entrepreneur and Chairperson known for advancing sustainable innovation through ventures such as Biolights. An ICF-certified business coach and community leader who champions ethical finance, empowerment and impact-driven leadership. Recognised among Business Elite’s “40 Under 40.”

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An award-winning pioneer in Ocha and Japanese culture, serving as Bahrain’s Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador. Founder of a traditional Japanese teahouse and certified Urasenke tea ceremony instructor, with a master’s degree in Japanese Humanities. Promotes cultural appreciation through tea traditions and arts.

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Brings over 16 years of experience in investment management, strategic operations and business development. Has led major growth initiatives across Bahrain’s private and public sectors, including the establishment of Hope Ventures and facilitation of investments in 19 start-ups, demonstrating strong impact and value creation.

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A visual artist and educator with 17 years' experience, leading Visual and Performing Arts at a major school. Promotes hands-on, student-centred arts education through the DP and MYP curricula, encouraging creative autonomy and authentic self-expression.

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A professionally trained ballet dancer educated in Serbia and Russia, with an international performance career across Europe, Russia and India. Spent a decade teaching in Qatar and Bahrain and now leads a ballet programme specialising in the Vaganova method.

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An award-winning artist, writer and filmmaker living in Bahrain since 1973. Known for championing women through art and for pioneering creative works, including Bahrain’s first Malayalam anthology film featuring local talent.

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A modest fashion innovator who redefines contemporary Bahraini style through a brand rooted in identity, culture and empowerment. Champions designs that promote confidence, authenticity and cultural pride.

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A dedicated media professional with more than a decade of experience in news broadcasting, media relations and corporate communications. Holds an MBA and B.Ed, and advocates for lifelong learning, development and value-driven work.

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A mother, storyteller and influencer creating content around the honest, unfiltered journey of motherhood, career and personal transformation.

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A traveller who turns her passion for adventure and volunteering into meaningful global impact. Through her initiatives and projects, she inspires women to explore, contribute and create lasting change, using each journey as a platform for transformation.

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A leading Consultant in Breast Oncoplastic and Reconstructive Surgery with over 20 years’ experience, heading Breast Health and Surgical Oncology services in Bahrain. Internationally trained and board-certified, she pioneers comprehensive breast care, advances surgical innovation, and champions women’s health and cancer awareness.

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A dedicated hospitality leader who progressed from frontline roles to executive management across international luxury brands. With experience at Rocco Forte, Belmond and over a decade at Marriott across Moscow, Qatar and Bahrain, champions service excellence and people development.

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A teacher, cancer survivor and advocate serving as Ambassador for Children with Cancer in the Middle East and Youth Ambassador for Sustainable Development. Founder of a support club and active in awareness programmes, workshops and published work.

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A celebrated hair professional with 30 years of experience and recognised as a global brand educator across the GCC. Known for precision and mastery, and now developing educational resources as an upcoming author for aspiring stylists.

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A professional horse rider and long-standing member of the Royal Endurance Team since 2000. A Medal of Honor recipient from His Majesty the King, she serves on the endurance committee and inspires women of all ages to pursue their goals with confidence and courage.

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An architect, educator and community leader serving on the National Committee for Childhood. Through Our Responsibility NGO and her 8/23 Design Studio, she leads impactful community projects across Bahrain, empowering children and shaping spaces that support learning and social growth..

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Lubna Al Olayan is a pioneering Saudi business leader, former CEO of Olayan Financing Company and Chair of Saudi Awwal Bank, recognised for modernising governance, championing women’s leadership, and driving sustainable private-sector growth and opportunity across Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

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