Caroline Fattal Fakhoury

Chairwoman of Fattal Group l Founder of Stand For Women l Executive Coach l Forbes 50 over 50

Beirut Governorate, Lebanon

About

I am a transformational leader, board-certified coach, and advocate for women’s economic empowerment, with over 25 years of international experience spanning multinationals, family business leadership, and nonprofit impact in MENA and VUCA environments. From navigating brand growth in Europe and Latin America with Unilever to leading governance reform and business transformation as Chairwoman of Fattal Group, I have learned that resilience, vision, and bold defiance of the status quo are the engines of meaningful progress. Today, I draw on that journey to empower leaders to unlock their power, align with purpose, and lead courageously — even in the most complex landscapes. As Founder of Stand for Women, I champion gender equality and sisterhood with radical intention. Our initiatives — from policy advocacy to the Marion Fund, which revitalised 250+ women-led SMEs post-Beirut blast — are about reimagining the workforce and shifting systems that hold women back. Recognised by Forbes Middle East (2014–2020) and named to Forbes 50 Over 50 EMEA (2024), I use this platform to disrupt conventional thinking and shape inclusive futures. I work with visionary leaders, especially women at the edge of transformation, offering coaching, boardroom insight, and bold strategy. Whether I’m building networks, mentoring change-makers, or sparking entrepreneurial growth, my promise is simple: help others break free from limitations and live fully — with impact, courage, and authenticity. Let’s reimagine leadership. Let’s rewrite the rules.

Experience

  • Fattal Holding / Khalil Fattal & Fils (24 yrs 10 mos)
    • Chairwoman of the Board
      Apr 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

      Distributors of Quality Brands in the EMEA region

    • Board Member and Senior Vice President
      Sep 2001 - Mar 2022 · 20 yrs 7 mos

  • Founder & President at Stand For Women
    Mar 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 4 mos

    Advocacy for Women's Economic Empowerment and Championing Sisterhood.

  • Executive Coach l Team Coach l Facilitator at Self-employed
    2009 - Present · 17 yrs 6 mos

    Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, Culture Change, Organisation Performance