Joy Ajlouny is a distinguished entrepreneur and investor renowned for her transformative contributions to the e-commerce and logistics sectors. As the co-founder of Fetchr, a Dubai-based logistics company, she has been instrumental in addressing delivery challenges in emerging markets. Her dynamic presence and insightful perspectives have made her a sought-after speaker at global forums, where she shares her experiences and strategies in business innovation.
Joy's entrepreneurial journey commenced with the founding of Bonfaire, an innovative e-commerce platform offering exclusive, pre-season access to designer accessories. This venture provided customers the opportunity to discover and pre-order limited-edition pieces before they reached traditional retail markets. Bonfaire's success and unique approach led to its acquisition by Moda Operandi in 2013, marking Joy's initial significant achievement in the tech industry.
Building on her success with Bonfaire, Joy co-founded Fetchr in 2015, aiming to revolutionise logistics in the Middle East by solving the region's "no address" problem. Under her leadership, Fetchr developed a GPS-based delivery system, allowing customers to use their mobile phone's location as an address. This innovative solution attracted substantial investment, with Fetchr raising over $52 million in initial funding and an additional $41 million in a Series B round in 2017. The company's rapid growth and impact earned it the title of the number one startup in the Middle East by Forbes.
Joy's remarkable achievements and her role as a trailblazer for women in technology have made her a prominent figure in the entrepreneurial community. She has been featured on the cover of Forbes Middle East and recognised among the region's most powerful businesswomen. As a speaker, Joy captivates audiences with her compelling narratives on overcoming challenges, driving innovation, and breaking gender barriers in the tech industry. Organisations seek her insights to inspire and educate on topics such as entrepreneurship, fundraising, and the evolving landscape of e-commerce and logistics.
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- 2021 - Featured in Forbes Middle East’s 100 Most Powerful Arab Businesswomen
- 2020 - Recognized as one of CEO Middle East’s 100 Most Powerful Arab Women
- 2019 - Named one of the World Economic Forum’s 100 Arab Start-ups Shaping the Fourth Industrial Revolution
- 2019 - Included in Arabian Business’ 50 Most Influential Women in the Arab World
- 2018 - Ranked among Entrepreneur Middle East’s Top 10 Businesswomen in the UAE
- 2017 - Raised $41M in Series B for Fetchr
- 2015 - Co-founded Fetchr, revolutionising logistics in the Middle East
- 2013 - Founded Bonfaire, later acquired by Moda Operandi
