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Sairan Aqrawi

MSc.
Country or state 
United States (Virginia)
Available to 
Global
City 
Gainesville
Fee 
Languages 
English,
Arabic,
...
Volunteer
No
Timezone 
America/New_York

Personal Details

Bio

Sairan Aqrawi,

Engineering Leadership & Team Performance Strategist

Sairan Aqrawi is an engineering leadership strategist who helps technical leaders build high-performing teams, communicate effectively, and deliver complex projects with confidence. She combines technical expertise, STEM knowledge, strategic leadership, mentoring, and problem-solving skills to help engineering managers and senior engineers navigate challenges, align teams, and scale their impact.

Known for her strong communication skills, Sairan coaches leaders to articulate complex technical concepts clearly, manage difficult conversations, and influence stakeholders across multi-discipline teams. Her ability to identify problems, create actionable solutions, and implement practical strategies enables teams to reduce friction, avoid rework, and achieve measurable results.

As an active mentor and speaker, Sairan works with Women in Technology, Dress for Success, and the Society of Women Engineers, empowering high-potential women engineers to step confidently into leadership roles. She leverages her unique blend of hands-on engineering leadership, strategic insight, and formal coaching credentials to develop leaders who drive both individual and team performance.

Her mission is simple: to empower engineers to become confident leaders, foster collaborative teams, and achieve lasting impact through strategy, mentorship, communication, and problem-solving.

Degrees (4)
School of Engineering
George Washington University
2013 to 2017
Civil Engineering
University of Mosul
1988 to 1991
Entrepreneurship Essentials
Harvard Business School on line
2023
Certificate in Women’s Entrepreneurship
Cornell University
2024 to 2025

Presentations

Presentations (4)
Engineering & Identity

Her father chose engineering for her—a decision she grew into, becoming a leader in a male-dominated field. Yet, she always felt a hidden calling.

Coaching Pivot

After years in engineering, a chance speaking opportunity revealed her natural talent for coaching and mentorship. She later founded her own coaching practice to help midlife women rediscover their “hidden gems."

Message of Impact

Sairan doesn’t sugarcoat the struggle. She emphasizes persistence, presence, and purpose—arguing that life’s next chapter should be led by values, not fear.

Immigration & Reinvention

Fleeing Iraq in her 20s, leaving behind her terminally ill father and starting from scratch in the U.S. with only $300 and a suitcase, Sairan speaks to the gritty truth behind the American dream.

Workshops (2)
Vision Board Mastery: Design Your Future with Purpose
2 hours
(View workshop agenda)

This empowering workshop is designed to help you turn your dreams into clear, actionable goals through the powerful tool of vision boarding. You’ll go beyond cutting and pasting images — you'll tap into your deeper values, clarify your long-term vision, and create a visual roadmap that aligns with your purpose and goals. Whether you're navigating a life transition, seeking clarity, or ready to level up, this session will leave you inspired and equipped with a board that reflects not just what you want — but who you're becoming.

Unlock Your Hidden Genius: Discover the Talents Within
2 hours
(View workshop agenda)
Past talks (1)
Midlife Reimagined -Turning Hidden Talents into Bold Opportunities
Fearless Women Summit
Washington, DC
April 26, 2025
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FROM WAR ZONE TO NEW BEGINNINGS - Sairan Aqrawi with Jane Applegath
Episode 28: Sairan Aqrawi: Civil Engineer to Transition Expert to Business Coach
How to Discovering Your Hidden GEM with Business Coach Sairan Aqrawi on The Coaching Podcast
Discovering Purpose with Sairan Aqrawi
EP64 Sairan Aqrawi: From Engineer to Coach - Mastery Personal Branding, and Breaking Boundaries
Sairan Aqrawi - How to Find Your Hidden Gem
279. Sairan Aqrawi– Building Your Dream Life
International Transition Coach
What Is Your Hidden Gem And How To Find It With Sairan Aqrawi
Uncovering Your Hidden Gems Featuring Sairan Aqrawi | Ep 191
From Engineer to Empowering Coach: Sairan Aqrawi's Remarkable Reinvention
No Effort Wasted with Sairan Aqrawi - Confidence Training
- YouTube
Episode 36 -Midlife Mastery: Empowering Midlife Women with Sairan Aqrawi
Women In Tech: Bridging Leadership, Mentorship, & Communication for Executive Encore Success
Reignite Your LEADERSHIP Potential in Your 40s!
E54: Sairan Aqrawi Finding Your Hidden Gems
Overcoming the Fear of Failure and Embracing Risk |Guest Sairan Aqrawi| Podcast 2024|Global|Empower
Midlife Priceless: The Rebirth of Your Authentic Self with Sairan Aqrawi
Uncover Your Hidden Gem With Business Coach Sairan Aqrawi
Uncover Your Hidden Talents & Launch a Successful Side Business in 28 Days with Sairan Aqrawi
Cut Out the Noise and Gain Clarity with Sairan Aqrawi, Engineer and Business Coach
Authentic Achievements with Special Guest Sairan Aqrawi
Healing Her Halo: Break Your Limiting Beliefs & Unlock Hidden Talents with Sairan Aqrawi (S2 EP 17)
Starting Over in Your 40's or 50's (A Midlife Side Business While Working Full Time)
"5 O'Clock Tea Talks - Episode 21: Guest Sairan Aqrawi with Host Seda Tekeci"
Finding Your Niche is About More Than Just Business—It’s About Alignment
Engineering, coaching and networking!
It’s Never Too Late to Change Your Life– Redefining Joy and Purpose (Female Entrepreneurs)
Rediscovering Passion + Purpose at Midlife with Sairan Aqrawi
Redefining Leadership: The Epic Journey from Engineer to Empowerment Coach with Sairan Aqrawi
Sairan Aqrawi: Engineer & Business Strategist
Navigating Life’s Second Act: Sairan Guide Hidden Gems of Midlife Women
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Q&A with Sairan Aqrawi on HR and Preparing for the Future
How Sairan Aqrawi integrated her Engineering Skills into a Speaking Career Breakthrough
Engineering Management Institute | Engineering Leadership & Training
Engineer and Business Strategist Sairan Aqrawi
Rediscovering Passion + Purpose at Midlife with Sairan Aqrawi
"A Woman of Quiet Strength and Resilience” with Guest Business Strategist and Engineer, Sairan Aqwari
Monetizing your talent with Sairan Aqrawi
From Engineering to Empowerment | Fearless and Flawed Podcast
Talk Less, Say More: The Secret to Impactful Communication With Guest Sairan Aqrawi
Women of Power: Host Ritu Chopra speaks with Sairan Aqrawi

Books & Articles (1)

Engaging Speakers - Voices of Truth
2022

Expertise (12)

Business
Education
Leadership
strategsist Training Facilitator Businees mentor Career Advising Engineering Leadership Engineering Mindset Engineering Culture Engineering Careers

Awards & certifications (1)

International Speaker
One Women
2025
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Engineer turned strategist, I help audiences turn transitions into clarity, confidence, and action.

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