Khulood Khoory is the Director of Design Department at Dubai Culture and Arts Authority. Her role focuses on the development and implementation of strategic and creative initiatives and establishing impactful partnerships for the Arts and Design sector to foster the growth of a sustainable industry in line with the government of Dubai’s vision and cultural strategy. Khulood has over 15 years experience in the fields of arts, design and innovation, with a focus on nurturing emerging talents and creative startups. Khulood has worked on a wide range of projects and initiatives that have enhanced her understanding of the creative industries through her various roles at the Dubai Design and Fashion Council (DDFC), in5 design innovation center and Dubai Culture. Khulood holds a Bsc of Visual Communications with a minor in Design Management from the American University of Sharjah