What It Takes: A Story of Purpose, Strength, and Laughter

Today, Zahra Al-Harazi is a successful entrepreneur, a loud crusader for human rights, and a sought-after speaker. Her voice is clear and confident and a powerful tool of commerce and philanthropy. But this was not always the case.

Al-Harazi was raised in a country where women didn’t have a voice. Growing up, her goal was to stand out as little as possible. In 1996, she moved to Canada, where, as a new immigrant and young mother with no understanding of the culture or business world and no higher education, she had little confidence in what she had to say. But, through perseverance, she managed to find her voice.

In this inspiring presentation, Al-Harazi shares her journey — how she channeled frustration into courage, the mistakes she’s glad she made, the milestones that propelled her, and how a clear and powerful voice can help anyone get what they want most in life.