Dr. Hanan El Basha is a multiple-time founder and seasoned business strategist with 25+ years of experience across diverse industries, including tech, fine food retail, real estate, and consulting. As Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Maverika, she leads AI-driven enterprise solutions. She is the Managing Director of Founder Institute GCC, and advises startups and mentors globally. Dr. Hanan is also the Founder of The Business Doctor and Host of the Empowered to Grow Podcast. With a doctorate in International Business, an MBA in Marketing, and global recognition as a speaker, she specializes in guiding startups and SMEs toward sustainable growth and impactful market presence.
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