Abir Leheta
CEO Egytrans
Abir Leheta was elected Chairman & CEO of Egytrans, the leading national transport and logistics provider, in 2015, becoming the first woman to occupy this position in company history, and continues as CEO since 2022. Abir is also a Non-Executive Board Member of Alexandria Container and Cargo Handling Co. and Board Treasurer of the United Nations Global Compact Network chapter in Egypt.
Recognized by Forbes among the Middle East’s 100 Power Businesswomen in 2020 and 2023, Abir’s record of transformative leadership is demonstrated through successfully implementing programs that have significantly changed the company. Under her leadership, Egytrans continues to grow, aiming to build a transnational Transport and Logistics enterprise recognized within the region.
Abir dedicates significant time to civic organizations and is a vocal advocate of women’s empowerment and climate governance. She holds a B.Sc. in Computer Science with a Minor in Business Administration from the American University in Cairo.
Egytrans is a leading integrated transport and logistics company with a comprehensive portfolio of services in Egypt. Established in 1973, it has since developed multiple subsidiary and affiliate brands including Egytrans Depot Solutions, Egyptian Transportation & Logistics and Wilhelmsen Ports Service Egypt. Serving all major ports in Egypt, Egytrans’ mission is to make logistics easy, safe, timely and cost-effective. Egytrans enables global and national supply chains through its extensive range of services including Sea & Air Freight, Land Transport, Customs Clearance, Project Logistics, and Storage. Egytrans employs around 350 employees and is publicly traded on the Egyptian Stock Exchange.
Main Stage Agenda Sessions
Women in Breakbulk: Becoming a More Influential Leader
The ability to influence others is a key to effective leadership and this session will take a deep dive into the ways to build influence through relationships, skills, communication and innovation. We'll hear from four influential women at different stages in their careers who will share their experiences in building their style of influence. You'll come away with practical strategies you can apply in your workplace: the dos and don'ts of becoming a more influential leader. This session includes a light networking breakfast and a period to share your own experiences and ask questions of the panellists.
Tuesday 13 February 10:15 - 11:15 Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE
Main Stage
The ability to influence others is a key to effective leadership and this session will take a deep dive into the ways to build influence through relationships, skills, communication and innovation. We'll hear from four influential women at different stages in their careers who will share their experiences in building their style of influence. You'll come away with practical strategies you can apply in your workplace: the dos and don'ts of becoming a more influential leader. This session includes a light networking breakfast and a period to share your own experiences and ask questions of the panellists.
Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, UAE Europe/Istanbul
