‏Samya Hussain

‏Samya Hussain is a dedicated national leader who has worked with commitment and integrity in service of her country and community. Through her determination and professional excellence, she has built a distinguished career, leaving a mark of professionalism and refinement in the fields of communications and institutional excellence.

Executive Summary:

Samia has extensive expertise in developing and executing marketing and corporate communications strategies, building corporate identity, and managing large-scale events. She has held leadership roles in national and regional initiatives that have reinforced values of belonging and citizenship, empowered youth and women, and advanced impactful social responsibility programs across diverse communities.

She has served in both advisory and executive positions within developmental and humanitarian organizations, contributing actively to executive and judging committees, as well as designing strategic development initiatives. Her career combines deep knowledge of corporate communications and social responsibility with strong capabilities in strategic planning and project management.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, a specialized Master’s degree in Communications from Zain Telecom, and an international certification in Protocol from the Washington School of Protocol. In addition, she has earned multiple professional certifications in public relations, marketing, and corporate communications, enhancing her ability to lead high-impact initiatives across sectors.

Current Position:

Media Advisor – Social Development Bank, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (2022 - Present)

Areas of Expertise:

• Strategic marketing and communications planning.
• Corporate identity building and reputation management.
• Designing and executing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs.
• Media relations and stakeholder engagement.
• Promotional campaigns and sponsorship management.
• Planning and managing large-scale events.

Executive Experience:

• Member of the Executive Committee of the National Plan for Strengthening Belonging and Citizenship Values “Bahraina” (2019–2025).
• Head of Public Relations - His Highness Sheikh Isa bin Ali Al Khalifa Award for Volunteerism.
• Member of the Jury - Prince Mohammed bin Fahd International Foundation Medal.
• Board Member - Al Kalema Al Tayeba Society (2020-2022).

Awards & Recognitions:

• Honored at the Arab Women Creators Forum, Lebanon (2019), under the patronage of Prime Minister Saad Hariri.
• Named among the Top 50 Communications Executives in the Middle East - CommsMEA (2012).
• Recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Bahrain - Business in Gulf Magazine (2014, 2016, 2019, 2020).
• Social Responsibility Award - Ministry of Social Development (2010).
• Honored by the Bahrain eLearning Center - University of Bahrain (2016).