Empowering women in aviation: Insights from Michelle Lee of Dubai Airports

Empowering women in aviation: Insights from Michelle Lee of Dubai Airports

Image credit: Getty Images In this interview, Michelle Lee, the VP of Brand and Communication at Dubai Airports, shares her journey from New Zealand to Dubai, highlighting her passion for marketing and aviation. She emphasises the importance of balancing career and family, praising Dubai Airports’ support for women. She underscores the significance of confidence and authenticity for aspiring female leaders. She credits her mother as her role model and finds inspiration in her diverse team and female peers. Michelle encourages future professionals to believe in themselves and stay authentic. The interview reflects on Dubai Airports‘ success during challenging times and ends with a hopeful message for aspiring women in the aviation industry. Image credit: SuppliedQ. Could you tell us about your journey to becoming the VP of Brand and Communication at Dubai Airports? Michelle: Certainly. I was born in Hong Kong, raised in New Zealand, and knew early on that marketing was my passion. Starting at Air New Zealand, then moving to Virgin Australia, Qatar Airways, and Aer Lingus, I gained diverse experience. Joining Dubai Airports as VP has been a pinnacle. Being adaptable and understanding diverse cultures as a woman has been advantageous in my journey.