Dr. Maria Frangieh is an award-winning entrepreneur, business strategist, university lecturer, and global mentor with more than 20 years of international experience in business development, digital transformation, marketing, and entrepreneurship. She is the Founder and CEO of Socialprise, a Dubai-based business development and digital consulting firm that has helped organizations, startups, SMEs, government entities, and multinational companies across industries transform ideas into sustainable growth. She also led the successful launch of the Peppa Dubai Tour, the first project of its kind in the region, marking a significant milestone in experiential entertainment and family-focused initiatives.

Holding a Doctorate in Web Technologies and Knowledge Sharing, Dr. Frangieh combines academic excellence with practical business expertise. Throughout her career, she has led the development and launch of innovative ventures across multiple industries, including technology, healthcare, education, beauty, retail, tourism, automotive, and entertainment.

Beyond entrepreneurship, Dr. Frangieh is deeply committed to empowering the next generation of innovators. She serves as a mentor for leading entrepreneurship and innovation programs, including the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF), the Global Thinkers Forum, TASMU Accelerator, and several university startup initiatives. As a university lecturer, she bridges academic knowledge with real-world application, preparing future entrepreneurs and business leaders for an evolving global economy.

In addition to her professional work, Dr. Frangieh is also a blogger who shares insights on entrepreneurship, business, and personal growth. She has expanded her entrepreneurial footprint through ventures such as Shop The Twist and Kids Entertainment and has received multiple international awards recognizing her contributions to business, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Driven by a passion for creating lasting impact, Dr. Frangieh believes that sustainable businesses are built through innovation, continuous learning, strategic thinking, and meaningful collaboration. Her mission is to help entrepreneurs and organizations unlock opportunities, accelerate growth, and build businesses that create long-term economic and social value.