Most Admired Women Leaders to Watch in 2025
In this transformative edition of Most Admired Women Leaders to Watch in 2025, we are proud to spotlight Sonal Dawda—a trailblazing marketing leader whose journey is reshaping perceptions of leadership, creativity, and innovation in one of the most traditionally conservative industries: insurance. As the Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications at Dubai National Insurance & Reinsurance (DNI), Sonal has infused fresh energy into the sector through her dynamic brand vision, digital-first thinking, and commitment to purpose-driven marketing
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Sonal Dawda
Head of Marketing & Corporate Communications | Dubai National Insurance & Reinsurance
Sonal Dawda has never been content with conventional boundaries. She does not just implement strategies—she redefines them. From bringing glamour to the insurance industry to being crowned Marvelous Mrs. India First Runner Up, she has always approached both professional and personal challenges with creativity, authenticity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
Adriana Pirela
CMO³, an innovative blend of Chief Marketing Officer, Chief Mama Officer, and Chief Mentoring Officer.
In the United States, Latina executives represent only 1% of C-Suite positions. Adriana has defied this statistic through perseverance, securing leadership roles in global tech companies such as Samsung, BlackBerry, Digicel, and TCL. Originally from Venezuela, she overcame the challenge of entering a foreign market with a Venezuelan degree in an English-speaking country.
TALA ALNOUNOU
TALA ALNOUNOU | HEAD OF MARKETING & RESEARCH | LWK + PARTNERS
Tala’s career has been deeply rooted in her passion for storytelling, brand strategy, and the power of authentic narratives in shaping the built environment. With a background spanning multiple industries, she has honed her expertise in communications, business development, and strategic positioning.
