Soha Zahar

Soha Zahar

Transformational Leadership Coach

📍 Based in: Dubai, UAE | 🌍 Coaches professionals worldwide online

With over 20 years of international experience across leading hospitality brands like IHG, Rotana, and Four Seasons, Soha Zahar is a dynamic General Manager and Transformational Leadership coach.

Currently leading a team of 200+ at Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park, Soha combines her operational expertise, commercial strategy insight, and leadership acumen to empower emerging hotel leaders, female professionals, and cross-functional talents.

Having built a career spanning hotel operations, corporate leadership, and organizational transformation, Soha brings real-world strategies, empathetic mentorship, and a results-driven approach to help professionals unlock their full potential, drive sustainable success, and thrive in today’s competitive market.

Coaching High-Achievers to Navigate Change, Build Influence, and Drive Results.

Expertise & Coaching Focus

✔ Strategic Leadership Development & Decision-Making Coaching
✔ Building High-Performing Teams & Resilient Cultures
✔ Enhancing Executive Presence, Influence & Communication
✔ Coaching Through Change, Growth & Organizational Agility


Coaching Style

"I coach professionals to lead with clarity, resilience, and impact. By blending real-world operational insights with strategic coaching, I help my clients navigate complexity, build strong leadership presence, and achieve meaningful success — while staying true to their authentic selves.”


Credentials & Certifications

✅ Certified Professional Coach – Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC)
✅ Associate Certified Coach (ACC) – International Coaching Federation (ICF)
✅ Certifications from EAP-ESCP and Cornell University
✅ 20+ Years in Hospitality Operations, Leadership & Strategy


Client Testimonials

Soha’s coaching and mentorship helped me gain the confidence and strategic mindset needed to step into my first leadership role. Her insights were not only practical but transformative.
— Assistant Front Office Manager, Dubai
Working with Soha shifted my entire approach to team leadership and business development. I now lead with more confidence, purpose, and clarity than ever before.
— Sales & Marketing Executive, Doha

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