Saana Azzam

Award-winning Bilingual International Economist • Keynote Speaker • World-Class Master of Ceremonies (MC) • Corporate Trainer • Bestselling Author • Business Influencer • Forbes Contributor
Fee Range:
$10,000 - $15,000
Travels From Dubai, UAE

Looking for an Inspiring and Engaging Bilingual Keynote Speaker, or World-class Master of Ceremonies (MC) to Elevate Your Event?

Saana Azzam is recognized globally for her ability to captivate and connect with audiences. She brings dynamic energy and a tailored approach to events engaging audiences with her charismatic and informed presence.

Saana is relentless! Born to a Palestinian refugee, she has no fear of breaking glass ceilings. She is a citizen of the world. Growing up in Europe, Saana has pushed herself far beyond her humble beginnings. She’s a graduate from the esteemed Stockholm School of Economics with a Master’s degree in Economics. Working as a gold trader, she moved to Dubai and created her dream job, starting the first speakers’ bureau in the Middle East.

She has been featured in many publications including: Forbes Magazine, The New York Times, Moral Moda Magazine, Insight Success Magazine, Total Prestige Magazine, Authority Magazine, and has appeared on CNBC, MBC, and appears on many worldwide Podcasts and Live-streaming shows. She is a Bestselling Author of Leading Speakers, and Your Dose of Motivation: 18 Uplifting Stories to Inspire Your Day.

One of her favorite thought leaders is the writer and poet Maya Angelou. Saana read her book I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings and found Maya’s thoughts closely linked to the core of her life as a speaker, master of ceremonies, business owner, wife, and Mom.

Saana has engaged with a spectrum of high-profile individuals, appearing on stage with John Maxwell, and has worked with official functions in front of Royalties and Dignitaries. Her portfolio of interviews include notable figures such as: Zach King, Grant Cardone, President Thabo Mbeki, Dr. Mark van Rijeman, and Raja al Gurg. This experience highlights her ability to connect with and bring insights from leaders and influencers across various industries.

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Achievements and Accomplishments of Saana Azzam Include:

  • Top Entrepreneur by ITP Media in 2023
  • One of the Top 10 Most Influential Leaders of 2020 by Insights Success Magazine
  • Forbes Magazine Contributor
  • Fellow at The Vital Voices GROW, a leading business program
  • Sweden's “Female Economist of the Year”
  • CEO and founder of MENA Speakers, the leading speaker's bureau in the Middle East
  • Master's Degree in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics
  • Certified NLP Practitioner by Harvard University
  • Sweden’s 101 ‘Super Talents’ Top "30 Under 30" influencers
  • Top "30 Under 30" influencers
  • Ranked #104 on Sweden’s Top 500 Change Leaders List (2025)
  • Top Entrepreneur by ITP Media in 2023
  • One of the Top 10 Most Influential Leaders of 2020 by Insights Success Magazine
  • Forbes Magazine Contributor
  • Fellow at The Vital Voices GROW, a leading business program
  • Sweden's “Female Economist of the Year”
  • CEO and founder of MENA Speakers, the leading speaker's bureau in the Middle East
  • Master's Degree in Economics from the Stockholm School of Economics
  • Certified NLP Practitioner by Harvard University
  • Sweden’s 101 ‘Super Talents’ Top "30 Under 30" influencers
  • Top "30 Under 30" influencers

  The Swedish Business Council in UAE held an event where we hired Saana for a presentation. Charismatic & interesting, we all felt like we could have sat there and listened for hours. Saana is great at reading the audience and we received really positive feedback from everyone. Would love to have her present again.

~ Johanna Krüger, Swedish Business Council in UAE

Most Requested Keynote Experiences From Saana Azzam Include:

Leadership Communication:

Communication is at the heart of every successful business. Yet relatively few businesses have a clear vision, let alone one that’s communicated in a consistent and inspiring way throughout the business and to its clients. Leaders learn how to make strategic choices about their personal and professional impact, visibility, and their capacity to influence and inspire change.

The Art of Networking:

How can you get clients at business events? How do you create meaningful interactions? Saana shares key tips on how to communicate, connect, and network. You will receive the help you need and be able to start using it right away!

Giving and Receiving Feedback:

This workshop provides participants with a proven framework and immediately actionable skillsets to share and receive feedback in ways that improve performance, build stronger relationships, and increase engagement and commitment.

Public Speaking Masterclass:

This masterclass covers the topics of: transitioning to virtual webinars and events like a Pro, dealing with invisible and silent audiences, building confidence, and dealing with fear. You will develop a more engaging and influential speaking style, and create a powerful and more influential message.

Clients Include:

  • Spotify
  • The Kellogg Company
  • Ericsson
  • Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation
  • Philips
  • Harvard Alumni Association
  • RTA
  • Del Monte
  • UAE University
  • Masdar Energy

She has also worked with official functions in front of Royalties and Dignitaries.

Why Hire Saana Azzam?

Looking for an Inspiring and Engaging Keynote Speaker, or World-class Master of Ceremonies (MC) to Elevate Your Event? Saana Azzam combines entertainment with consummate professionalism, to create an experience your audience won’t soon forget!

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