11. The Woman Behind Sotheby’s Dubai: Katia Nounou Boueiz on Art, Expansion, Leadership and Motherhood

This week's Muse is Katia Nounou Boueiz, Deputy Chairman of Sotheby's Middle East.After joining Sotheby’s London in 2008 to grow its Middle Eastern client base, Katia moved to the UAE in 2015 to establish the auction house’s first office in the region. Since then, she’s helped cement Dubai’s position on the global art map - leading strategy, exhibitions, and regional engagement for one of the world’s most prestigious institutions.In this episode, we talk about Katia’s journey into the art world, what it means to lead with intention in a global institution, and how she’s navigated that path while raising a family. It’s a conversation about leadership, art, and building something lasting - both professionally and personally.