In this episode of the Vantage HR Influencers Podcast, we explore how personal growth in leaders acts as a catalyst for transforming organizations by strengthening culture, driving adaptability, and inspiring high performance across teams.
Host Riha is joined by Aline Khoury, HR Senior Business Partner for the Middle East and Africa at AVEVA, to discuss how self-awareness, continuous learning, and purpose-driven leadership enable organizations to navigate complexity and sustain long-term success. Together, they examine how leaders who invest in their own development are better equipped to build trust, empower employees, and foster resilient, future-ready workplaces.
About the Speaker
Aline Khoury is an accomplished HR executive with over 20 years of strategic leadership experience across diverse sectors including Luxury Retail, FMCG, Hospitality, Construction, Engineering, O&G and Software spanning the Middle East, Africa and Turkey.
She holds a Business Administration degree, an HR Management Diploma, CIPD certification and is a certified Co-Active Coaching. Currently, Aline serves as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner for AVEVA in the Middle East & Africa, where she partners with market leaders to drive organizational development, strategic HR, change management and employee engagement programs.
Throughout her career, Aline has led transformative HR strategies that enhance organizational performance and foster employee engagement, enriching her expertise in leadership and relationship systems. These experiences fuel her passion for leadership development and personal growth.
Aline is deeply committed to building inclusive cultures and empowering leaders to thrive in dynamic environments.
Timestamps
(05:34) - In your experience, how has personal growth shaped your approach to leadership? Can you share a moment when you realized that growing as a person directly impacted your leadership style?
(09:18) - How do you think personal growth can influence a leader’s ability to drive transformation within an organization? Do you have any examples from your career that stand out?
(13:59) - Personal growth is often seen as a lifelong journey. How do you make sure your growth stays in line with the changing needs of your organization?
(17:10) - How do you balance your personal development with your leadership responsibilities? What are some practices you’ve adopted to integrate growth into your daily routine as a leader?
(21:37) - Can you recall a situation where a personal challenge you faced helped you become a more effective leader in your organization? How did that experience transform your leadership approach?
(27:42) - Is there any advice that you would like to give to the emerging leaders who are looking to cultivate both their personal and professional growth?
