Manal Olama is an engineer turned philanthropist dedicated to creating sustainable solutions and empowering underserved communities. As CEO of the Egyptian Clothing Bank since 2017, she has contributed to developing a state-of-the-art zero-waste organization that addresses 10 of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, providing functional, well-fitting clothing to those in need. Her work reflects her steadfast belief that “clothes changes lives.”

Olama is also the founder and General Secretary of the Egyptian Food Bank, as well as the founder and CEO of Almah Sustainable Fashion Brand. She is also a member of the Sustainable Fashion Alliance and Circular Business Forum.