In this episode, Tamara Abdel-Jaber explores women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship across the MENA region, with a special focus on Saudi Arabia. She reflects on her journey as an entrepreneur and mentor, discussing cultural transformation, opportunities within the Saudi business ecosystem, and practical strategies for entering and succeeding in regional markets. The conversation also highlights supporting women business owners, navigating diverse business environments, and emerging trends in consulting and impact measurement.

In this episode of Global Grit Conversations, Pamela Campagna interviews Aarthi, a technical program manager at Google, who shares her inspiring career journey from engineering to the tech industry. Aarthi discusses her educational background, including her decision to pursue a master's degree in international business, and how her curiosity and desire to learn have shaped her career path. She reflects on pivotal moments that influenced her decisions, such as choosing to work at a startup despite advice to seek stability, and the importance of having a supportive family during her transition to a new country and culture.

This conversation explores Hiba's transformative journey from a corporate marketing career to pursuing her passion for baking and establishing her pastry business, Mahiba. Hiba shares her experiences of navigating career transitions, the challenges of cultural immersion in Paris, and the impact of COVID-19 on her entrepreneurial journey. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, creativity in culinary arts, and the significance of honoring her roots through her business.