Who is Ms. Elham Alqasim?
Ms. Elham Alqasim is an UAE independent non-executive director at PHOENIX GROUP PLC. Career sectors include retail, technology, fintech, cybersecurity, and asset management. Educated at London School of Economics and Political Science and American University in Dubai.
- What boards does Ms. Elham Alqasim serve on?
- Ms. Elham Alqasim currently serves on 1 board: PHOENIX GROUP PLC.
- Where did Ms. Elham Alqasim work before?
- Prior to current roles, Ms. Elham Alqasim held positions at Majid Al Futtaim Holding, Digital14, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, Mubadala Investment Company, Emirates Global Aluminum, and JPMorgan Investment Bank.
Ms. Elham Alqasim
إلهام القاسمBiography
Ms. Elham Alqasim is a senior executive and investment professional based in the UAE. She currently serves as the Chief Strategy and Technology Officer at Majid Al Futtaim Holding, where she is responsible for shaping the company's long-term strategy, focusing on sustainable value creation, innovation, and growth. Prior to her current role, Elham was the CEO of Digital14, leading over 1,000 employees dedicated to delivering cybersecurity and digital solutions. She also held the position of CEO at the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, where she oversaw an AED 50-billion investment program aimed at accelerating Abu Dhabi's economic growth. Elham's career includes a significant tenure as Executive Director of the Ghada 21 program and as a Director at Mubadala Investment Company. Additionally, she was part of the executive leadership team at Emirates Global Aluminum. Elham began her international career at JPMorgan Investment Bank, where she worked in the Global Diversified Industrials Team in London. Her career has been marked by several non-executive director roles across both public and private boards, with notable positions at Global Foundries, IHC, Khalifa Fund, Bayanat, Amanat Holding, Cambridge Medical & Rehabilitation Center (CMRC), and Apex Holding. Elham has received widespread recognition for her leadership, including an honorary doctorate from Middlesex University Dubai for her efforts in empowering women in society. She has also been a pioneer in breaking gender barriers in traditionally male-dominated fields. Elham holds a Master's degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science and a Bachelor's degree in Business from the American University in Dubai. In 2010, Elham became the first Arab woman to complete a successful 'unsupported and unassisted' skiing expedition to the North Pole. Currently, she serves on the boards of Al Ain Farms, Phoenix Group, and Al Ramz Corporation.
Current Board Positions
Board Meeting Attendance
| Year | Company | Attended | Total | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 |  PHOENIX GROUP PLC | 4 | — | — |
| 2024 | PHOENIX GROUP PLC | 4 | — | — |
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Education & Qualifications
Education
Master's degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science; Bachelor's degree in Business from the American University in Dubai; Honorary Doctorate from Middlesex University Dubai
Sector Exposure
Board Readiness
86/100
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