Somoud Al Masri is a distinguished leader with a profound passion for nurturing talent and inspiring a brighter future. She has adeptly cultivated a parallel career driven by her deep commitment to Inclusion and Diversity. With a degree in Civil Engineering and nearly two decades of experience across the Middle East and Australia, she has successfully led teams in diverse markets while championing inclusive practices. Beyond her engineering achievements, Somoud’s dedication to fostering diverse environments is exemplified through her past role as global co-chair of Jacobs Women’s Network and her current role as Implementation Lead for the Jacobs Chair of the Board. She is dedicated to creating dynamic workplaces where every voice is valued. Guided by the mantra of never losing sight of the ‘why,’ Somoud addresses pivotal questions with her influential voice, driving meaningful progress within Jacobs and the wider society.