Awatef Shawish joined the LBBC in September 2024 and is currently the LBBC’s Business Development Director in Libya.
She is responsible for running the Business Council in Libya, focusing on growing and supporting members across Libya and the UK, organising events and delegations, developing strategic partnerships, and leading marketing initiatives to strengthen bilateral trade relations.
Before joining the LBBC, Awatef worked for the German International Cooperation Agency, GIZ, as an Administration and Finance Manager in the Libya Office. Prior to joining GIZ, she worked at the British Council as the Programme Director, Managing several projects across Libya and the MENA region. Awatef is also a Co-Founder of a Non-Governmental Organisation called Peace, Equality, and Prosperity (PEP), focused on youth and women capacity development.
Awatef Shawish brings a wealth of expertise, leadership acumen, and a passion for societal advancement to her role at LBBC, embodying a dedication to fostering collaboration, growth, and sustainable development within the Libyan business landscape.