Historically where the Middle East regions have specifically relied on oil for their economic growth, today it witnesses a potential increase in its economy on the back of a strong private sector development and entrepreneurship wave. A young and increasingly educated population and comparative advantages from several sectors such as manufacturing, renewable energies, and tourism are great drivers of such prolific evolution in the region where technology and innovation are significantly boosting it.

Also, there have been many companies who are there in the region led by an inclusive and co-ordinated approach, innovative policy dialogue, links between key stakeholders, peer learning and capacity building making accomplishing growth. However, COVID outbreak did bring about a turmoil introducing a whole new world order in motion, enforcing quasi or complete lockdowns, morphing workplaces into remote desks and prompting industries to rethink their strategies for short- and long-term sustainability. But, the adept leaders from the organizations across the Middle East region took lead the economy experienced a prolific advancement in its business conduct. Though the women in the region faced extreme biases in respect of their capabilities in the society being deprived of education and recognition, they too share a fragment of this success as they strenuously made their way into diligently leading the business functions and driving it to relishing greater growth opportunities.

Our endeavor at Women Entrepreneur Magazine has always been to highlight remarkable women leaders across geographies and industries. In keeping with our motto, the current issue of the Women Entrepreneur Magazine features a list of `Top 10 Women Leaders in Middle East - 2022'. Compiled by a panel of industry veterans, CEOs, CXOs and the Women Entrepreneur Magazine editorial team, the list features prolific women who have not only crafted illustrious and innovative green energy businesses. Not only have they proven their mettle as leaders across Middle East industry but have also played a key role in contributing towards strengthening the workforce of the region.