Najat Rizk, CEO of Firehorse Films and founder of ALAZEMA media, is distinguished for her transformational work in strategic communications, content creation, and media advisory.

Her leadership earned her Harvard’s Michael Porter All World Program award and the “Exceptional Women of Excellence” award.

She spearheaded complex international communication projects building cross-cultural high performing teams.

A juror for the International Emmys and with over 25 years of experience, Najat has significantly influenced media across the Middle East, advising ministries and high-profile leaders in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, UAE, Libya and Lebanon. She pioneered the region’s first documentary production company, producing over 6000 hours of content globally.

Additionally, as the founder of TRIARC, she has formed exclusive partnerships with GETTY and Shutterstock.

A recognized speaker and visiting professor at Columbia University and others, Najat champions women’s empowerment, holding positions in several organizations namely ESA club of directors, VAB (Virtual Advisory Board) and LWAF.