Maha Abouelenein

Entrepreneur, Reputation Guardian & Modern Communication Expert; Founder & CEO of Digital & Savvy; Forbes & Entrepreneur Magazine Contributor; Host, "Savy Talk Podcast"

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Maha Abouelenein Biography

Maha Abouelenein is a strategic communication expert, best-selling author, and entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience. As the CEO and Founder of Digital and Savvy, a global communications consulting firm with offices in the United States and the United Arab Emirates, Abouelenein has been instrumental in orchestrating transformations in communication strategies for clients that include global corporate giants, high-growth startups, sports organizations, top governments, CEOs, and high-net-worth individuals.

With a reputation for delivering results, Abouelenein possesses a unique blend of creative, strategic, and analytical prowess, enabling her to guide projects from inception to execution. Abouelenein is all about relationships—building, nurturing, and serving them. She is an advocate of value creation and the pursuit of cultural relevance as the cornerstones of effective storytelling and communications.

This year, Abouelenein released her debut book, "7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future," which became a USA TODAY bestseller and provides a transformative guide on mastering self-reliance. It offers practical personal and professional growth strategies, focusing on creating value, opportunities, and relationships. The book dives into the importance of personal branding, reputation management, and lifelong learning—essential tools for thriving in today’s fast-paced world. Abouelenein’s personal journey, from being a caregiver to becoming a global entrepreneur, forms the foundation of her insights, making the book both relatable and inspiring for individuals at every stage of their career.

Raised and educated in the United States to Egyptian parents, Abouelenein is at home in both the Western and Arab worlds, offering a global perspective that translates into her work. She serves as a bridge between cultures, providing invaluable support to companies and high-profile executives seeking to navigate business opportunities in the Middle East market, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. She is active in the tech, sports, entertainment, and gaming industries. Abouelenein is an Advisor to LockChain.io and Global Gaming League, sits on the Global Board of Directors of the Associated Press, and is on the Board of the Animal Humane Society.

Abouelenein handled communications for some of the world’s largest tech companies in the Middle East—from Google and Netflix to Udacity and Careem (Uber Middle East)—and more. She helped PR giant Weber Shandwick cement their presence in the Middle East, opening 18 offices in the region and leading the Cairo operation. She supported the largest IPO and the largest acquisition in Egypt’s history at Orascom Telecom. She also supported promotions and sports marketing programs & strategic partnerships for the Olympics, NASCAR, ATP Tennis, Women’s Hockey, and the NFL at consumer product giant General Mills before becoming an entrepreneur.

Abouelenein is a sought-after strategist and speaker who shares her expertise on personal branding, reputation management, modern communications, and the transformational power of storytelling. She was honored as one of the most influential women in Dubai, named one of the most impactful Egyptians, and nominated as one of the Forbes Power Women of the Middle East. In the U.S., she was named by PR News as one of the Game Changers in the PR Industry and one of Minnesota’s Leading Women in Business by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Journal. Abouelenein is a contributor to Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine.

Abouelenein publishes a weekly newsletter, Savvy Talk, and hosts the "Savvy Talk Podcast," where she engages in thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders. She passionately advocates for the power of storytelling and self-reliance in the modern age, emphasizing personal branding as a transformative pathway to leadership. Abouelenein is a dual citizen, an avid tennis player, and resides in Wayzata, Minnesota, with her dog, Coco.

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Maha Abouelenein Speaking Topics

  • Building Self-Reliance: Lessons from 7 Rules of Self-Reliance

    Based on her bestselling book, Maha shares her top strategies that fuel resilience, empower leaders, and help people create their own opportunities.

  • The Power of Personal Branding in Leadership

    Why building a personal brand and protecting your reputation is not self-promotion but a cornerstone of leadership and influence in the digital age.

  • Storytelling that Connects & Inspires

    Why storytelling is the most powerful skill on the planet and how to master it to connect with audiences and drive impact.

  • Cracking the Code to Networking

    Learn the secrets to building meaningful relationships that drive value and unlock long-term opportunities in life and business.

  • Mastering Crisis Communications: Lessons from Global Giants

    Drawing on her work with companies like Google, Netflix, and even heads of state, Maha provides tools to navigate crises and communicate effectively under pressure in a real-time world.

  • Have a Self-Reliance Mindset

    To Maha Abouelenein, self-reliance is about having the power within you to achieve your goals, invest in yourself, and own your future. It is not about independence, individualism, or isolation.

    This talk will show that there are five inherent characteristics of self-reliance: Taking initiative and innovating, adaptability and agility, decision-making, leadership, and growth mindset. When you embrace self-reliance, you understand when and where to seek help, leverage resources, and know your own limitations. Self-reliance includes the ability to adapt, evolve, and build resilience. The unexpected challenges, such as those brought about by the pandemic, require individuals to grow stronger and more adaptable.

    Abouelenein argues that self-reliance is crucial for entrepreneurial success. Entrepreneurs who embrace self-reliance are more likely to succeed because they have the confidence to make tough decisions, problem-solve, and take necessary risks. Embracing self-reliance helps overcome the fear of failure. When you trust yourself to create value and understand your relationship with failure, you can take risks and learn from setbacks.

Maha Abouelenein Videos

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  • Maha Abouelenein On Navigating Eastern & Western Work-Life Dynamics
    #MahaAbouelenein, an Egyptian-American communications consultant, who was recently appointed to the Global Board of Directors of the...
  • Living in the Light, with Dr. Deepak Chopra | Savvy Talk Podcast Season #6
    In Season 6 of Savvy Talk, we are bringing you conversations with experts! Today we are joined by Dr. Deepak Chopra where we discuss how you can take...

Maha Abouelenein Books

  • 7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future
    7 Rules of Self-Reliance: How to Stay Low, Keep Moving, Invest in Yourself, and Own Your Future

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Maha Abouelenein is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Building Self-Reliance: Lessons from 7 Rules of Self-Reliance, The Power of Personal Branding in Leadership, Storytelling that Connects & Inspires, Cracking the Code to Networking, Mastering Crisis Communications: Lessons from Global Giants and Have a Self-Reliance Mindset. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maha Abouelenein for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Maha Abouelenein generally travels from Wayzata, MN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sylvia Acevedo, Joy Buolamwini, Jennifer Hyman, Deanna Singh and Marilyn Tam. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maha Abouelenein for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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