Spotlight on Samia Bouazza: A Trailblazer in Global Investment

This episode of Women of MENA — Spotlights profiles Samia Bouazza, the CEO of 2PointZero Group PJSC. She leads one of Abu Dhabi’s largest listed investment holding companies, managing AED 134 billion in assets with operations spanning more than 85 countries. Bouazza achieved a historic milestone as the first female CEO to take a company public on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).The profile traces her journey over more than two decades, from the founding of a consultancy in 2003 to the leadership of a multi-billion-dollar conglomerate. Beyond her strategic acumen and expertise in crisis communications, the episode highlights her personal commitment to wellness, mental well-being, and leading with emotional intelligence. A lifelong learner with executive education from Harvard Business School and the University of Cambridge, she also serves as a board member for several major organizations, including TAQA Group and Emirates Driving Company.