Being a Muslim Woman in Corporate America ft. Zoya Rukh Awan

In this episode of the Muslim Professionals Podcast, host Hana Rasheed speaks with Zoya Rukh Awan, Director of Public Affairs at Walmart. Zoya shares her journey from growing up in Long Island, New York, to navigating the corporate world as a Muslim woman. Zoya also discusses her experiences at the White House and her aspirations to empower the next generation of Muslim women professionals. This is a must listen! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Zoya Rukh Awan 01:52 Zoya's Journey in Corporate America 05:46 The Role of Mentorship in Career Growth 13:45 Navigating Identity as a Muslim Woman 19:12 The Impact of Stereotypes and Expectations 20:47 Corporate Inclusivity: A Reality Check 23:44 Celebrating Cultural Inclusivity in the Workplace 24:57 Creating Safe Spaces for Authenticity 26:06 Bringing Your Whole Self to Work 29:16 Financial Literacy and Empowerment for Women 33:12 Navigating Cultural Expectations 35:40 The Importance of Disability Awareness 37:09 Balancing Hustle Culture with Self-Care 41:15 Experiences at the White House 43:05 Advice for the Younger Generation