About

A global retail executive with over 20 years of industry experience, Rania Masri El Khatib is one of the most prominent players in the Middle Eastern retail industry.

Her innovative, experience-led accomplishments, which include the establishment of homegrown luxury concept store Level Shoes and the transformation of the Chalhoub Group at the helm of the COVID-19 pandemic, have played a vital role in directing the evolution of the region’s dynamic retail landscape.

Merging an affinity for forward-thinking consumer experiences with a passion for curating outstanding teams, Rania reached the top of the retail corporate ladder at 40, taking on the role of Chief Transformation Officer within the Middle East’s largest luxury retail group. Committed to simultaneously growing as a woman and as well as an executive, Rania intentionally stepped back from her career in 2021 to carve space for authentic innovation and inter-generational disruption that furthered the agenda of women in the workplace.

An advocate for the pursuit of fulfillment over traditional success, Rania uses her platforms to present a well-rounded approach to the facets of daily life. Collaborating with experts from around the world, Rania addresses pressing topics across the spheres of career development, retail innovation and industry transformation alongside wellbeing, motherhood, and spirituality to spur honest conversations that can support the empowerment of women in the Middle East, and beyond. An ICF certified Executive Coach, Rania leverages her passion for developing talent through personalized coaching frameworks which elevate the potential of individuals and organizations.