Sima Ganwani Ved – 88%

Sima Ganwani Ved is the visionary Founder and Chairwoman of the Middle East’s retail giant, Apparel Group, headquartered in the UAE. With 85+ brands, 2,100+ stores across 14 countries, and a workforce of 20,000+, Sima’s leadership has earned her accolades, including Retailer of the Year and Philantropreneur of the Year. Born in Africa and educated at King’s College London, she kick-started her entrepreneurial journey in her father’s mall. Sima is also a trailblazing advocate for gender equality, founding YPO MENA STAR. Her commitment to social impact extends to mentoring her daughters in launching F5 Global and NESSA, benefitting underprivileged children and the beauty industry. Watch out for her next creative endeavor!

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