MARYAM HUSSAIN ALHAMMADI
Environmental Science Student
Profile summary
Motivated and dedicated Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & Sustainability student at Zayed University. Committed to creating practical solutions for today's environmental challenges through research, innovation, and leadership. Recognized for strong analytical skills, teamwork, and adaptability. Open to opportunities in sustainability and other fields that will help me gain new skills, broaden my experience, and enhance my education, including remote or online roles.
Career highlights
Leadership & Innovation: Led a student team in developing environmental awareness campaigns and sustainability-focused presentations. Designed visual concepts and branding for two independent startups, handling marketing, packaging, and digital presence. Demonstrated strong leadership, creativity, and time management by balancing academics with business management.
Minerva Program – Zayed University: Completed the first two years of the Minerva Program, an innovative online learning system emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership. Collaborated virtually with international peers, developing strong skills in digital communication, adaptability, and independent learning. Participated in Partner Challenge Programs with leading organizations such as Cisco, Estée Lauder, and Dubai Customs, where I worked on semester-long projects addressing real-world business and sustainability challenges. Presented actionable sustainability and business solutions to industry partners, strengthening abilities in teamwork, project management, and professional presentation.
Academic & Research Achievements: Currently working on a senior research project on Valorization of Waste Eggshells into Calcium Carbonate and Hydroxyapatite for Acid Neutralization and Heavy Metal Uptake from Wastewater — focusing on sustainable waste management and water treatment. Achieved top performance in Environmental Science courses including Energy & Sustainability and Environmental Chemistry. Presented research findings on sustainable materials and circular economy applications in water remediation.
Entrepreneurship Highlights: Founded Glamora, a fashion brand specializing in modern abayas that blend elegance with cultural identity. Created and manage SABLÉ, a UAE-based cookie business known for its signature soft-centered cookies and creative packaging. Expanded SABLÉ’s delivery network to cover all UAE regions and introduced a flower add-on option for customers.
Key skills
Professional experience
SABLÉ – Founder & Owner (Self-employed | 2023 – Present) Created and manage a home-based cookie business known for its soft, melt-in-the-middle cookies. Responsible for developing new flavors, designing packaging, managing orders, and handling social media marketing. Focused on building a strong customer base across the UAE through creativity, quality, and consistency. Glamora – Founder & Designer (Self-employed | 2022 – Present) Established a modern abaya brand combining traditional elegance with contemporary design. Oversee every stage of production—from fabric selection and design to customer relations and branding. Manage online presence, photoshoots, and marketing to grow Glamora’s reputation for sophistication and quality craftsmanship.
Education
Expected Graduation: 2026 Minerva Program: 2022-2024