At just 32 years old, Sabrina Benalia, born in France with Moroccan and Algerian origins, has built her success from the ground up. A self-taught individual, she has continuously honed her skills while developing various businesses. Recently named among the top 10 women leaders in the GCC, Sabrina has already made an indelible mark on the Middle Eastern business landscape.
Based in Dubai, she is a serial entrepreneur with influence spanning across the GCC, from the UAE and Saudi Arabia to Qatar. Her impact is particularly evident in the tourism marketing sector, where her company @VISITINFLUENCE has played a key role since 2016. Sabrina has also been instrumental in establishing Dubai as a global destination for aesthetic and dental care, especially with her marketing efforts through @HOLLYSMILEDUBAI. By attracting European patients seeking the renowned “Hollywood Smile,” she has significantly boosted medical tourism in the region.
Sabrina’s journey is characterized by relentless drive and perseverance. Leading multiple companies across the MENA region, she has built a vast network of strategic partners and continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in business. With a keen eye for innovation, her marketing and consulting ventures have experienced rapid growth, collaborating with royal private offices in Dubai to achieve unprecedented success.
Her leadership is defined by a clear vision and the ability to turn bold ideas into reality. She’s unstoppable! What truly sets Sabrina apart is her role as a trailblazer for women in the Middle East. She serves as a testament that women can excel at the highest levels of business. Her success is not only a personal achievement but also a symbol of progress for other women aspiring to build their own empires—especially with the support of her husband, her special partner in life and business.
Sabrina leads by example, proving that through hard work and strategic thinking, barriers can be broken and new paths forged. Under her leadership, Dubai has become a top destination for business and opportunities. Her story is one of vision, resilience, and empowerment, embodying the rising influence of women in the region.
Through her work, Sabrina is not only shaping industries but also inspiring a new generation of female entrepreneurs to follow in her footsteps. Stay tuned for two major international projects that will be launched soon!