Khuloud Hasan Al Nowais
Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer, Emirates Foundation
Khuloud Hasan Al Nowais is a leading Emirati strategist and sustainability pioneer, serving as Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer at Emirates Foundation and Secretary-General of the UAE’s national food waste initiative, ne’ma. Named one of the “Top 20 Most Influential Women in the UAE,” she champions behavioral change, youth development, and gender equity across sectors. Through ne’ma, she has helped divert over 1 million kilograms of food from landfills, advancing national goals in climate action and circular economy. A board member, public speaker, and mentor to emerging female leaders, Khuloud has transformed philanthropic capital into measurable social value. Her leadership integrates corporate, governmental, and civil society efforts to shape a more inclusive and sustainable future for the Emirates and beyond.
