Lucy Chow has never been one to wait for permission. A tech investor, global speaker, advocate, and author, Lucy has built her career around backing bold ideas and bold people—especially women. As one of the earliest investors in the UAE’s tech ecosystem, she’s long championed entrepreneurs who challenge convention and lead with purpose.

From her own humble beginnings as a first-generation university student in Canada, Lucy’s journey has been shaped by grit, vision, and a deep desire to uplift others. Through her work—whether investing in startups across edutech, healthtech, foodtech, or gaming; chairing innovation at the American School of Dubai; or speaking on global stages—her mission is always the same: to use technology as a tool to unlock human potential .

Now, she’s taking that mission a step further.

Lucy has officially joined the Women of the Future family as the publisher of Women of the Future UAE—a bold new platform dedicated to spotlighting the incredible women shaping the future of the United Arab Emirates. With her deep roots in the region and her tireless advocacy for female founders, educators, and leaders, Lucy is perfectly placed to lead this next chapter.

Her decision to bring Women of the Future to the UAE isn’t just a publishing move—it’s a personal commitment. A commitment to showcasing the brilliance, creativity, and power of women across the Emirates. A commitment to telling the stories that haven’t been told loudly enough. And a commitment to lighting the way for the next generation of change-makers.