Episode 37: Ayat Toufeeq on Clean & healthy skincare and entrepreneurship

Ayat is a leading entrepreneur in the Middle East’s beauty retail industry. A former EY investigative consultant and emerging market strategist, Ayat identified a gap in the local beauty market, after a tumultuous journey through skincare missteps after moving to the Middle East in her twenties. Fueled by an unwavering commitment to ethical consumerism, she began curating beauty products from around the world and bringing them to Dubai for her network, which eventually led to the birth of Powder Beauty. As the CEO at Powder, she applies an analytical approach to solving complex business challenges, optimizing operations and driving growth. Ayat has been based in Dubai for the past 15 years and speaks Arabic and English. Ayat graduated from the London School of Economics and Political Science with an MSc in Diplomacy and International Strategy and a BA in War Studies from Kings College London.

If you like to learn more about Powder Beauty head over to www.powderbeauty.com or their Instagram page PowderBeautyofficial

Alexandra shares with us her top habits on building confidence and how that can be implemented day to day. She speaks of her arrangements on finding the imperfect work/ life balance of raising 4 kids, working her NVP role at Arbonne as well as managing other working priorities. An NLP coach, Alexandra gives her expert insights on setting goals and awakening people to make plans for the future especially after kids are all grown up. If you want some tips on finding that work/ life balance, building confidence or simply want to hear a good discussion on overcoming the challenges of being a working parent then don't miss out

Marriam Mossalli is an empowered female leader and an inspirational public figure in the Middle East. A mother of two beautiful children, Marriam is also a Creative Director and Fashion Editor working with top luxury brands such as Mercedes Benz, Harvey Nichols and Fendi. She was recently ranked within 50 of most influential women in Saudi Arabia, nominated and included in the prestigious Business of Fashion 500 List, BFC New Wave and awarded in The Fashion Awards in London. Marriam's inspiring work has placed the Middle East on the map. In 2015, she was the only Arab woman to host Michelle Obama in her firm Niche Arabia.

In this second episode with Marriam, she shares with us how to manage health challenges. What she did to channel positive energy at a time when her son was diagnosed with cancer and discusses her recent projects, Kineuthorics, Powder Beauty, Niche Arabia and The Red Sea Project. You can learn more about Marriam on social media @marriammossalli or visit her website www.marriammossalli.com