Dr. Raihan Jumah: From Corporate Roots to Global Executive Leadership

In this episode of Women of MENA — Spotlights, we explore the professional journey of Dr. Raihan Jumah, the Group CEO of Kingdom International Real Estate.Dr. Jumah’s career is defined by a unique blend of executive leadership and deep academic expertise. Holding a PhD in Management Leadership and Organisational Behaviour from Henley Business School, her research has focused on women’s economic opportunities in the 21st century, specifically analyzing female labor force participation.The episode traces her trajectory from her foundational experience as a purchasing assistant at Aramco in Saudi Arabia to her roles in international distribution and her current position leading a global real estate group. We also highlight her contributions to academia as a visiting lecturer and her commitment to professional development and change management. Join us as we spotlight a leader shaping both the business landscape and the study of organizational leadership across the Middle East and the United Kingdom.