Nal Abbas – the powerhouse General Manager of Rotana Biz Group and an inspiring blend of Syrian heart and Armenian soul! From the UN trenches to RAK’s business scene, her journey is anything but ordinary. Nal’s story is packed with bold turns, brave moves, and brilliant advice. Hit play to discover how this multi-lingual problem solver is helping shape Ras Al Khaimah’s business boom (with just the right dash of sass and strategy)!
Interview Highlights
🌍 Came for a visit, stayed for the vibe – Nal landed in RAK without a plan, met two life-changing people, and never looked back.
💪 Empowered in every sense – She calls RAK a safe haven where women lead fearlessly and inclusively.
🔁 From UN missions to boardrooms – After handling humanitarian crises, she now manages a business hub that handles… well, everything.
🧩 Problem-solver by DNA – Nal lives for solving challenges, from legal paperwork to language barriers. (Did we mention she speaks Russian, Arabic, AND English? No big deal.)
💼 Rotana Biz = One-stop-shop for your dreams – From licenses to offices to clarity (yes, actual clarity), she’s making business setup smooth and smart.
🗺️ Multilingual magic – Her mix of languages isn’t just cool—it’s a secret weapon for building trust across cultures.
🌐 Shoutout to WOW-RAK – Nal believes checking out sites like WOW-RAK is key to connecting with the community and thriving in your new RAK life.
Pull Out Quotes
“To be empowered, you need to feel safe — you can’t have one without the other.”
“It’s more than just providing a service. It’s building a long-term connection with the client.”
“Come with patience, ambition, humility… and a bit of a plan — we’ll help you do the rest!”
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About the Collaboration (WOW-RAK × E-Find RAK)
When storytelling meets discovery — you get a front-row seat to Ras Al Khaimah’s most inspiring journeys. That’s exactly what happens when WOW-RAK, the city’s lifestyle voice, joins hands with E-Find RAK, the digital compass for local talent and businesses. Think of it as your backstage pass to the people shaping RAK — with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of personality.
Together, we’re lifting the curtain on the movers and makers behind the emirate’s glow-up. From boardrooms to beach walks, RAK Icons brings you real stories from real legends — all rooted right here in Ras Al Khaimah.
Together, we’re putting the spotlight where it belongs: on the people behind the scenes — the dreamers, doers, and change-makers who are building, creating, and inspiring in Ras Al Khaimah. From accountants to artists, chefs to CEOs, RAK Icons is our way of saying, “Hey, have you met this amazing human yet?”
Because Ras Al Khaimah isn’t just about the views — it’s about the visionaries. And this collaboration is here to tell their stories, one incredible local at a time.
- E-Find RAK YouTube Channel
- WOW-RAK Homepage
- Submit a Story Tip (info@wow-rak.com)
