Melanie Elturk, CEO

Melanie Elturk, CEO, Haute Hijab

As a hijab wearing woman, others have perceived me to be weak, to lack a real opinion or worse that I have no autonomy. I've been overlooked and undervalued as a result of stereotypes some have about Muslim women. It has allowed me to smash these perceptions when I demonstrate my intelligence, outspoken nature and confidence. It gave me the fuel to keep striving, to work harder, do better and outperform all those around me.