21. Nuhayr Zein

Age: 28
Occupation: Founder & CEO of Leukeather
Nationality: Egyptian
Residence: U.A.E.
Category: Science & Technology

Zein is the founder of Leukeather, a B2B material innovation that converts the region’s unique flora into an emboss-free, plant-based leather alternative for the luxury design industry. The technology is patent-pending, and Leukeather is an alumna of the Sheraa S3 incubator and the Unlock Her Future program. Its work has been showcased at Dubai Design Week, Milan Fashion Week, London Design Festival, Dutch Design Week, and Dubai Expo 2020. The company has collaborated with clients including Shurooq U.A.E., COP28 U.A.E., Year of Sustainability U.A.E., The Bicester Collection, and Tashkeel U.A.E.