Zunaira Ulfat: The Strategic Architect of Modern MENA Finance

In this episode of Women of MENA — Spotlights, we profile Zunaira Ulfat, a powerhouse in the Middle Eastern financial sector who operates at the vital intersection of corporate finance, private equity, and strategic leadership.Zunaira’s career is defined by a remarkable evolution from core execution to high-level influence. We trace her journey from her technical foundations in accounting and audit—where she led complex ERP implementations and managed public sector financial modeling—to her current executive stature. Today, she serves as the CEO of Aquarius Corporate Services LLC, Managing Partner at EXHub Real Estate, and a Strategic Partner and Board Member at EXHub Holding.Drawing from her background as an award-winning financial expert and ACCA member, we explore how Zunaira translates deep financial insights into scalable business outcomes. This profile highlights a leader who views finance not merely as a reporting function, but as a driver of transformation, governance, and long-term value creation in a rapidly evolving global investment hub.