Top 10 Women CHRO From UAE - 2024

Trailblazers Of Talent: Celebrating Women's Leadership In Recruitment

The role of women in leadership, particularly as Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs), has been increasingly prominent globally. In the UAE, this trend is particularly noteworthy, reflecting the nation's commitment to gender equality and female empowerment. A woman serving as a CHRO in the UAE embodies the intersection of tradition and modernity, navigating cultural norms while driving organizational change. As a CHRO, she plays a pivotal role in shaping workplace culture, fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. She champions policies that support work-life balance, recognizing the importance of supporting employees' holistic well-being. In a rapidly evolving global economy, she leverages technology and innovation to enhance HR practices, streamlining processes, and fostering agility within the organization. Through mentorship and sponsorship programs, she empowers aspiring professionals, particularly women, to reach their full potential. As a CHRO in the UAE, she operates within a dynamic and multicultural landscape, bridging cultural nuances and fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Her leadership transcends borders, contributing to the UAE's reputation as a hub for talent and innovation. Their contributions not only drive organizational success but also inspire future generations of women leaders, reshaping the landscape of corporate leadership in the UAE and beyond.

In this issue, the Women Entrepreneurs Review magazine brings ‘Top 10 Women CHRO From UAE – 2024’, 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.

  • Microsoft
  • Adele Kerlin, HR Director, MEA

  • An expert in all aspects of HR business partnership & leadership, with experience across multiple industries and geographies including the UK, Saudi Arabia, and the Middle East & Africa region

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  • Perfetto
  • Bena Marshal, Head - HR

  • Demonstrating unwavering professional standards, She excels in formulating and implementing business solutions to address diverse needs, specializing in defining HR strategies

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  • Mātiti Group
  • Charul C Jaitly, Co-Founder & Head - HR

  • Having a strong HR foundation and more of a decade of multinational experience across MEA and globally, and also developing people through proper coaching and mentoring to drive change across organisations

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  • KOTUG International
  • Iulia Lorela Nutu, Head - HR

  • She possess comprehensive HR experience including recruitment, compensation and benefits, policy design and implementation, employee relations and engagement

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  • Whitespace Architects
  • Dr. Mahalaxmi Bedi, Associate HR Director

  • With diverse and progressive experience in the HR field, her core competencies include talent acquisition, talent development, talent management, performance management, employee relations

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  • Jubaili Bros
  • Maya El Husseini, Regional Head - HR

  • With regional experience in the Middle East & Africa in multiple industries as technology, medical & surgical, retail, real estate, research & development, and food & beverage

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  • SAMS Real Estate Brokerage
  • Dr. Rizwana Sultan, Director - HR

  • An exemplary HR leader who embodies the essence of strategic HR practices, also dipped her hands in varied responsibilities spanning across administration, L&D, talent-acquisition and talent-management

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