Women of MENA Spotlights: Nora Almalik — Bridging Design and Digital Innovation

In this spotlight episode, we explore the professional journey of Nora Almalik, a product leader based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a decade of experience in innovation, digital transformation, and design-driven strategy. Currently serving as a Digital Product Manager at the Diriyah Gate Development Authority, Nora has dedicated her career to guiding high-impact ideas from concept to launch.This profile examines Nora’s unique approach to leadership, which is rooted in a foundational background in Design and Visual Communications from the American University of Sharjah. We follow her career path through strategic roles at EY and the KAFD Development & Management Company, highlighting her ability to bring clarity, purpose, and empathy to complex digital environments.The episode also looks at Nora’s commitment to holistic growth as she pursues a Master’s degree in Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University. From her success at the Global AI Summit’s AI Artathon to her mastery of customer experience design, we profile a leader who is effectively bridging the gap between technology and human-centric design to move businesses forward in the MENA region.