Reem Abdelazim [she/her]

Rise on Boards | Cohort 9

Reem Abdelazim is a values-driven leader who brings a thoughtful, systems-oriented mindset to everything she does. What makes her unique is her ability to think critically about structure and impact while staying grounded in the human side of leadership. She is someone who pays attention to details, sees patterns others might miss, and asks intentional questions that lead to clarity and progress.

Reem views leadership as a form of service. For her, it means showing up with purpose, listening deeply, and creating space for others to grow. She believes strong leadership is built on integrity, consistency, and the ability to act with both principle and practicality. She values decision-making that is collaborative and rooted in the needs of the people being served.

She approaches board work with humility and curiosity, seeing it as an opportunity to contribute meaningfully while continuing to grow. She is driven by a commitment to equity and is especially passionate about making systems more accessible, inclusive, and effective. Reem brings a mindset that is strategic yet grounded, always focused on how to move from ideas to action in ways that are thoughtful, sustainable, and impactful.