The Week That Was: Aysha Al Haram Named Co-Chair, Visa Starts New She's Next Program, Julia Taylor Presents Business Summit & More

The economic world is seeing a strong revolution where women are no longer players, they are trailblazers. In areas traditionally dominated by men, women are walking in with ease, remodeling industries and redefining past records. Whether in business, technology or at the helm of affairs, their voices are getting stronger by the day, breaking old mindsets and setting new standards. This movement is not just on the horizon, it's inevitable.

This week, Global Woman Leader honours a group of pioneering women whose outstanding achievements have been noticed on all digital platforms. Their accounts are a shining example to thousands of others who are fighting to leave their legacy.

Explore GWL’s news section for more.

Aysha Al Haram Named Co-Chair for SSPI-WISE East

Aysha Al Haram, Chief of the Satellite Design Department at the Bahrain Space Agency (BSA), has joined as co-chair of the newly established "SSPI-WISE East" regional group under the international Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) program, Women in Space Engagement (WISE). The appointment reflects Bahrain's growing influence in the global space sector.

Texas Based Aspira Women's Health Appoints Jane Pine Wood to Board of Directors

Aspira Women's Health Inc., a women's health company based in Texas that develops and applies AI-based bioanalytical technologies, disclosed the appointment of Jane Pine Wood to its Board of Directors effective July 11, 2025.

Visa Starts New She's Next Program in Saudi Arabia with SAB &Monsha'at

Visa global leader in digital payments, today launched a new edition of its global initiative She's Next in Entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) and Monsha'at. The latest phase reinforces Visa's continued efforts to empower and support women-owned businesses in the region.

GeekPack Founder Julia Taylor Presents 'Future-Proof Her Business Summit'

GeekPack® Founder & CEO Julia Taylor is delighted to present ‘The Future-Proof Her Business Summit’ which will be held from July 21 till 23, 2025. It is a complimentary three-day virtual experience that guides women business owners through AI overwhelm, uncertainty and towards a blueprint for intelligent business growth.

SHI International Names Rutgers Swimmer Brooke Thompson as New Brand Ambassador

Rutgers University swimmer Brooke Thompson is the latest brand ambassador for SHI International, a leading global IT solutions provider. She will be advocating for SHI as she prepares to lead the world in the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympicsthis November.