Women Entrepreneurs in Dubai

Dubai has a thriving and dynamic community of businesswomen who are spearheading innovation, creating new opportunities, and transforming the face of success across various fields. From hi-tech startup businesses to thriving fashion ventures, these pathbreaking women have made significant contributions to the UAE economy and business scene.

Honoring Women Entrepreneurs

At Indian Women in Dubai, we are committed to recognizing and honoring the success stories of women entrepreneurs. This list ranks some of the most inspirational business women who have built a legacy that has endured in Dubai and the world at large.

The Role of Women Entrepreneurs

Women-owned businesses play a significant role in economic growth, job creation, and social empowerment. With strong government backing, numerous initiatives, and increasing funding opportunities, Dubai has become a vibrant hub for female entrepreneurship.

Top Female Entrepreneurs in Dubai

Here are some of the most influential women Entrepreneurs leaders in Dubai, categorized by industry:

Zulekha Duad

Zulekha Daud is the Founder and Chairperson of Zulekha Healthcare Group, including Zulekha Hospital UAE; Alexis Multispeciality Hospital, India, and Zulekha Colleges, India. She set up Zulekha Hospitals in 1992 in UAE and in 2016 in India. Dr. Daud, hailing from Nagpur, Maharashtra in India, a renowned physician-turned-entrepreneur based in UAE received India’s top most honors for overseas Indians – the Pravasi Bhartiya Samman Award 2019. Zulekha ji’s entrepreneurial journey started with a vision to provide quality healthcare services in the UAE. Under her leadership, Zulekha Healthcare Group has grown into a leading healthcare provider, serving patients across the UAE and India.

Alisha Moopen

Deputy Managing Director, Aster DM Healthcare | Young Global Leader at WEF | Healthcare Management Expert | Supporting Women in the Workplace

Alisha Moopen is a true inspiration for women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship. As the Deputy Managing Director of Aster DM Healthcare, she has played a pivotal role in the company’s growth and expansion across the Middle East and India. Alisha’s entrepreneurial spirit, combined with her passion for healthcare, has been instrumental in driving Aster DM Healthcare’s success. She has led several initiatives to promote innovation, quality, and affordability in healthcare, making it accessible to millions of people.

Dr. Vandana Gandhi

Dr. Vandana Gandhi, a true inspiration, founded the British Orchard Nursery, which has now grown to become the largest chain of nurseries in the UAE. Her unwavering commitment to providing high-quality education and childcare services, and her continuous efforts to meet the ever-evolving needs of her customers, have led to her remarkable success in the entrepreneurial world.

Dr. Vidhya Vinod

Dr. Vidhya Vinod’s connection with the Indian women in Dubai community is a testament to her commitment to women empowerment and entrepreneurship. She has been actively involved in mentoring and supporting women entrepreneurs, especially from the Indian community, in achieving their business goals. She iis a true inspiration for women empowerment and entrepreneurship. As the founder and CEO of DMU University, she has played a key role in the education industry, transforming the lives of thousands of students through innovative learning and teaching methodologies. Her entrepreneurial journey started from scratch, with a vision to create an institution that offers quality education to students from all backgrounds. With her sheer determination and hard work, she built DMU University into one of the leading institutions in the region.

Dr. Mariam Shaikh

Mariam Shaikh’s journey as a successful entrepreneur and founder of MS Education Consultants FZ LLC has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Her unwavering dedication to providing expert guidance and support to students and parents, and building strong relationships with educational institutions, has made her an inspiration to women everywhere. Mariam Shaikh has been an integral part of the Indian Women in Dubai community for many years. Her contributions to this community have been invaluable, and she has worked tirelessly to empower and support Indian women in Dubai. Her dedication to helping women achieve their goals and succeed in their personal and professional lives has been a source of inspiration to many.

Malavika Varadan

Malavika Varadan is a “Woman with Vision”, As the Managing Director of The Hive, she has not only achieved great success in the entrepreneurial world but also made a significant contribution to the Indian women in Dubai community. She believes in the importance of not only telling her own story but being able to empower others to feel comfortable and proud to tell their stories. Whether this be through social media, drama, public speaking, or visual arts. Malavika’s entrepreneurial journey started with a vision to create a safe and secure environment for people to express themselves. Under her leadership, The Hive has diversly grown.

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

Dubai offers a wealth of resources to support women entrepreneurs on their path to success, including:

Let’s celebrate, support, and empower women entrepreneurs in Dubai!