Najah Al Atassi

As of mid-2025, women hold approximately 9.4% of CEO positions at S&P 500 companies. That number may not sound impressive, but it matters when you remember that 25 years ago, only 9 women( 0.02%) led S&P 500 companies. Another important fact: approximately 46% of Fortune 500 companies in 2025 were founded by immigrants or their children. This percentage has remained consistently high over the years and is often used as a proxy for the S&P 500. These companies include Apple,

It is no secret that there has been a lot of controversy over immigration policies, unemployment, and the competitiveness of the job market. Also, there have been significant concerns about AI and the changes it will bring to our workplaces and employment. I think many of us are wondering what the future of work will look like in five or even ten years. So, I wanted to offer a new perspective on both issues that, as an immigrant, I know very well: Embracing the Beginner M

To all my male friends, read this book to learn about a different kind of leader. One that brings humanity into capitalism, and still managed to be re-elected with a majority for a second term. To all my female friends, read this book as proof that being a mom and a leader are not mutually exclusive. Jacinda Ardern was only the second prime minister to give birth while in office, and she got re-elected.

10.10.24 As I celebrate my third anniversary with Rise, I find myself reflecting deeply on our core values: Kindness, Trust, Community, Courage, Shared Value, and Knowledge. Over the years, these values have not only shaped the way we work but have also profoundly impacted how I approach my personal life.    One idea that excites me is the power of combining these values in pairs. For example, kindness by itself is one of the greatest investments we can make in the universe.

Even if you're not interested in politics, politics is interested in you. I heard this statement during

There is a story in the Quran that I find very liberating. The Quran tells us about a time when Abraham, peace be upon him

Have you ever wondered why some nations are always in a dire situation? Isn't it hard to