At Icons Oman, we proudly celebrate individuals whose leadership, innovation, and service shape the nation’s path forward. One such trailblazer is Azza Al Ismaili, Founder and CEO of the Azza Al Ismaili Group, and a respected name across Oman’s business, technology, and education sectors.

From Engineer to National Leader

Azza began her journey as a Business Improvement Engineer at Petroleum Development Oman, serving for over a decade. Her early commitment to optimizing processes laid the groundwork for a career marked by transformation and strategic growth.

A Serial Entrepreneur with a National Vision

With over 25 years of experience, Azza’s entrepreneurial spirit is evident in her leadership across multiple organizations:

• CEO of MyEduZone Group (2005–2020), where she pioneered innovation in education management.
• Founder and CEO of Azza Al Ismaili Group since 2020, continuing to empower Oman’s private sector.
• Leadership roles at Bizjob.biz, Zomoroda, and United National Oilfield Services, reflecting her multi-industry influence.

Ministerial Leadership

In 2019, Azza was appointed Minister of Technology and Communications, a position through which she drove national progress in digital transformation. Though her ministerial tenure was brief, her impact in guiding the digital direction of Oman remains significant.

Contributor to Oman Vision 2040

Her role as a core member of the Supreme Council for Planning for Oman Vision 2040 underscores her dedication to long-term national development. Azza’s insight helped craft a roadmap for Oman’s socio-economic advancement.

Education & Global Perspective

Azza holds a Master’s degree from Sultan Qaboos University, an MBA from Grand Canyon University, and completed an executive leadership program at Harvard Business School. Her academic foundation supports her as a forward-thinking leader who blends global standards with local values.

Advisory Roles & Influence

Beyond executive positions, she served on the Advisory Board of the College of Education at Sultan Qaboos University, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to education and youth empowerment.

Azza Al Ismaili exemplifies the spirit of leadership that Icons Oman exists to honor—a dynamic thinker, committed nation-builder, and inspiring role model for women and future leaders across the Sultanate.