Zeyneb Larabi
Zeyneb Larabi is a Dubai-based leader in global retail and travel retail for premium chocolate and confectionery. With 15+ years across the Middle East and International markets, she has steered growth and category strategy for Valrhona, and Villars, building high-performing assortments, airline and airport partnerships, and shopper experiences that convert. Widely known in the industry as “Madame Chocolat,” she champions chef-led innovation, locally resonant product concepts, and disciplined go-to-market execution, bridging B2B craft with B2C demand.
Beyond her corporate remit, Zeyneb is building a portfolio of entrepreneurial ventures and advises local food brands and concepts in the UAE, highlighting local production and the MADE in UAE.
She also co-founded Her Table, a network that spotlights and connects women founders and leaders across the F&B ecosystem, creating practical pathways for mentorship, collaboration, and growth
Sessions
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Bespoke Product Innovation: Creating Unique Value for Retail and Travel Retail Markets16-Sep-2025Al Multaqua Ballroom


