Leadership Documentary

Riham ElMallah

CSR Strategist · Sustainability Advocate · Thought Leader in Purpose-Driven Impact

Egypt
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Role: Cross-sector Collaborator · Builder of Scalable Social Programs · Strategic CSR Integrator
Impact: Impact across Public Health, Education, Workforce Welfare & Sustainability Innovation
Reach: Programs and campaigns impacting 100+ million people across MENA & South Asia
CSR Strategy Social Impact Sustainability Leadership Health Equity Public-Private Partnerships
Riham ElMallah

Leadership Documentary

Riham ElMallah

CSR Strategist · Sustainability Advocate · Thought Leader in Purpose-Driven Impact

Egypt
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Identity, Media & Trust

Identity
OriginsEgypt

Riham ElMallah is reshaping how corporate purpose delivers measurable, people-first impact across borders and industries.

Biography

Leadership Narrative

From her earliest days working in grassroots humanitarian programs in Egypt, Riham ElMallah knew impact couldn’t just be symbolic—it had to be structural. Her journey into CSR and sustainability wasn’t a pivot; it was a calling, rooted in a belief that strategic intent and human empathy can—and should—coexist.

Riham ElMallah is reshaping how corporate purpose delivers measurable, people-first impact across borders and industries.

From her earliest days working in grassroots humanitarian programs in Egypt, Riham ElMallah knew impact couldn’t just be symbolic—it had to be structural. Her journey into CSR and sustainability wasn’t a pivot; it was a calling, rooted in a belief that strategic intent and human empathy can—and should—coexist.

Today, as Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at Landmark Group, she leads one of the region’s most recognized health campaigns, Beat Diabetes, which has touched over 100 million people. Her portfolio spans worker welfare, children’s education, and clean water access, all driven by scalable models of cross-sector collaboration and rigorous outcome tracking.

Riham’s work doesn’t stop at execution—it extends into influence. She’s become a vocal advocate for reframing CSR as a business-critical strategy, not a goodwill checkbox. Her writing and mentoring challenge peers to abandon vague intentions in favor of clear, accountable action.

Whether she’s designing health outreach for vulnerable laborers or helping young professionals build purpose-driven careers, Riham leads with conviction and clarity. For her, true leadership is about showing up—strategically, consistently, and with the courage to challenge what doesn’t serve real people.

Behind the Scenes

Stage One – Host & Script

Host
Guest

Documentary Framework

Interview Opening

"Welcome to Believe in Future – Amazing Mentor | Global Leadership Series. I’m your host, Gaurav Garg, and today’s guest is someone who doesn’t just talk about impact — she delivers it. Riham ElMallah has redefined what CSR means across borders, industries, and communities. From scaling health programs that touch millions, to forging partnerships with governments and NGOs, to challenging the status quo in corporate sustainability — she leads with strategy and heart. Today, we go beyond the headlines to explore the story, the grit, and the real-world lessons behind her journey."
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Signature Perspective

“Purpose without proof is just good intention. We’re here to create lasting change people can feel.”

Milestones

Leadership Timeline

2005 – 2010

Communications & Development Officer

NGOs & Community Development Programs (Egypt)

Began career in grassroots humanitarian and development work, focusing on youth engagement, health awareness, and community-based social programs.

2010 – 2018

Senior Communications & CSR Advisor

Government-linked & Civil Society Initiatives (Egypt & UAE)

Led post-crisis development and public-sector communication initiatives, strengthening partnerships between government bodies, NGOs, and local communities.

2019 – Present

Corporate Social Responsibility Manager

Landmark Group

Heads regional CSR strategy, scaling flagship programs such as Beat Diabetes and overseeing health, education, workforce welfare, and sustainability initiatives across GCC and South Asia.

2021 – Present

Strategic Lead – Global Health Partnerships

Landmark Group / WHO Global Diabetes Compact

Played a key role in Landmark Group becoming the first Middle East member of the WHO Global Diabetes Compact, contributing to global collaboration on diabetes prevention and care.

Global Footprint

A Signature of Influence

Riham ElMallah’s work spans the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa—driving large-scale public health campaigns, cross-sector partnerships, and community impact programs that reach millions across diverse cultural and economic landscapes.

Public Health & Non-Communicable Disease Prevention

Scaled the Beat Diabetes campaign to reach over 100 million people across GCC & South Asia.

Led free screening programs delivering over 550,000 glucose tests and community health activations.

Directed multi-stakeholder partnerships with WHO, DHA, Al Jalila Foundation, and regional health bodies.

Workforce Welfare & Blue-Collar Health Access

Designed Dubai’s first multi-agency labor wellness initiative reaching underserved worker communities.

Delivered on-site medical screenings, diabetes detection, and follow-up treatment pathways.

Mobilized corporate, government, and NGO support to bring healthcare directly to labor accommodations.

Education & Youth Empowerment

Supported access to schooling, meals, and safe water for over 100,000 children across South Asia.

Developed CSR-driven youth programs focused on skills, confidence, and long-term opportunity.

Advocates for embedding purpose-driven learning within corporate volunteer programs.

Stylised map highlighting regions impacted by Riham’s CSR leadership, from GCC-wide health programs to education and welfare initiatives across South Asia.

Engagement

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