Mina Zakhary

With an architectural background, I was drawn to fire and life safety by a desire to create safer spaces. For me, safety is not merely a profession - it’s a message, passion, and calling. Over 15 years, I have contributed to landmark construction and fire safety projects in the MENA region. As a Principal Fire Specialist, I am dedicated to designing environments that meet standards and align with global safety goals.

Creativity in fire and life safety is often the result of being open to diverse cultures, perspectives, and ways of thinking. Working in the MENA region, which serves as a gateway to the world, I have the unique opportunity to collaborate daily with professionals from across the globe. This constant exchange of ideas and experiences creates a rich environment that fuels innovation. It pushes us to think beyond traditional solutions and develop more adaptive, effective strategies for creating safer spaces - tailored to the needs of a rapidly evolving world.

I believe that collaboration is one of the core values of the fire and life safety field. What one person can achieve alone, a team can multiply many times over. At Cundall, collaboration isn't just a belief - it’s a driving force behind what we’ve achieved and what we continue to accomplish. In our Dubai office, I see it clearly: it’s like a beehive, buzzing with professionals from different countries, all working together toward a common goal. This diverse, cooperative environment enables us to deliver smarter, safer, and more impactful solutions every day.