Maha Shirah: Architect of Saudi Arabia’s First Female-Led Business Hub

In this episode of Women of MENA — Spotlights, we explore the journey of Maha Shirah, a serial entrepreneur, venture builder, and dedicated advocate for women’s economic empowerment in Saudi Arabia. As the founder and CEO of SHEWORKS, Shirah established the first licensed business hub for women created and managed by women, providing a critical ecosystem for female startups to achieve their professional goals through advisory and consultancy.With an MBA in Finance and over 15 years of diverse experience, Shirah’s mission is centered on preparing Saudi women for the nation’s Vision 2030 transition. Her leadership extends to influential board positions, including the Business Women Committee at the Riyadh Chamber and the National Women Council. In addition to her corporate and consultancy work, Shirah is a professional photographer and creative artist, viewing entrepreneurship itself as a form of art. This spotlight examines her multifaceted career as a bridge-builder for the next generation of Saudi business leaders.