Yasmine Darwich’s Entrepreneurial Vision Featured in CIO Look’s “Most Influential Leaders”

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Yasmine Darwich's Entrepreneurial Vision Featured in CIO Look's "Most Influential Leaders"

In remarkable recognition of her entrepreneurial spirit and leadership, Yasmine Darwich, the founder of DonaLeb, has graced the cover of CIO Look magazine as one of "The Most Influential Leaders in the Middle East 2024."


DonaLeb, under Yasmine's guidance, has become a symbol of resilience and innovation, especially in Lebanon's challenging economic landscape. In the magazine feature, Yasmine shares her journey of founding DonaLeb, driven by her unwavering passion for impact entrepreneurship. Her story is a testament to the power of determination and the impact that one individual can have on their community and beyond.


This accolade is not just a personal achievement for Yasmine but also a spotlight on the potential of Lebanon's entrepreneurial ecosystem, even amidst adversity. Yasmine's vision and leadership are paving the way for a brighter future, inspiring many to follow in her footsteps.


DonaLeb is a global social impact platform that connects people, corporations, and NGOs to achieve collective impact across causes and communities via virtual fitness challenges, with the goal of making the world a better and happier place. DonaLeb’s use of leaderboards as a fundamental gamification component is great for improving people’s attitudes regarding their health and social impact.


Read more about Yasmine's inspiring journey and her insights on leadership in the Middle East in the latest issue of CIO Look magazine here.