Lubna Suliman Olayan
Chairperson, Saudi British Bank
Chairperson of Saudi British Bank (SABB), Lubna Olayan is one of most influential businesswomen in the region. Olayan became the first woman to chair a Saudi-listed entity when she was appointed to the role following the merger between SABB and Alawwal Bank. SABB recorded net profit after zakat and income tax of SAR3.2bn for 2021, up 177 per cent compared to 2020. A strong voice for women’s empowerment in the kingdom, Olayan served as the CEO of Olayan Financing Company for over 35 years. Last year, she was appointed as chair of the Saudi Swedish Business Council.