As NOORA celebrates its first anniversary, we asked some of our amazing members what a year in Aurora50’s corporate women’s network meant to them. Here’s what they had to say.
“At NOORA, I discovered like-minded individuals who are also mothers and sisters and daughters and highly accomplished women. It has been great to live, laugh and learn with them.”
Shruti Kapoor, Manager IT Portfolio Delivery, The Emirates Group, and NOORA member
“NOORA has been instrumental in advancing my career and empowering me to excel in different areas. Thank you for providing such a remarkable platform for women’s leadership.”
Noora Alsuwaidi, Marketing Analysis & Communications Support Associate, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), and NOORA member
“Networking and continuous learning are the keys to unlocking your full potential and driving impactful change.”
Samya Al Ghaithi, Manager, Care Excellence, M42, and NOORA member
“Joining NOORA has been immensely rewarding. It has provided me the opportunity to connect with accomplished women from various esteemed companies, allowing us to share invaluable experiences and insights.”
Shurooq Altaher, Talent Acquisition & Emiratisation Head, ENOC, and NOORA member
“NOORA reinforced the power of a tribe and how building a support system for professional women is crucial.”
Nada Al Zaroni, Sponsorships & Events Manager, The Emirates Group, and NOORA member
“I am honoured to have been part of the NOORA network, a community of brilliant and inspiring women. I am committed to advancing the DEI agenda in the workplace and uplifting the women around me.”
Roa El Bizri, Sustainability Manager, TAQA, and NOORA member
“Being part of NOORA has reinforced for me the incredible power of a supportive network.”
Hala Al Safadi, Company Secretary & Head of Investor Relations, Commercial Bank International (CBI), and NOORA member
“By connecting with the amazing women in this community, I’ve not only made valuable professional connections but also received advice and support that have really boosted my professional, as well as personal, life.”
Khadija Arsanova, Sales and Service Manager, The Emirates Group, and NOORA member
“I got lots of inspiration from women in senior leadership roles. Listening to their successes really motivates me to take up the challenge to follow their path.”
Mamatha Reddy, Senior Specialist – Data Engineer, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), and NOORA member
“Networking with other women is essential. It allows us to empower each other, discuss shared challenges and to feel less alone, by sharing similar experiences from different industries.”
Rawan Ibrahim, Cloud & Infrastructure Associate Manager, Accenture, and NOORA member
“Personally, NOORA has helped me reflect on my own experiences and given me tremendous support, confidence and empowerment.”
Stephanie Walters, Manager Customer Experience(Retail & CC), The Emirates Group, and NOORA member
“NOORA facilitated and fostered robust professional connection among women working in both heavy industries and corporate sectors across the UAE.”
Elham Alawadhi, Senior Superintendent – Process Control, Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA), and NOORA member
“NOORA empowered me to lead change by embracing the opportunities of Artificial intelligence and decarbonisation.”
Geethy Panicker, SVP and Head of Risk, First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), and NOORA member
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If your application is successful, you will receive an email from us within five working days. We look forward to welcoming you to the Aurora50 family.
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