Raja is a well-known figure within the innovation space, a serial entrepreneur, a university lecturer in entrepreneurship, and an investor with a portfolio of over 100 startups.

Listed as one of the top 100 most influential women in the European venture capital and startup ecosystem in 2023 and 2024, Raja’s work is dedicated to shaping the future of corporate governance and innovation. As the founder of The Visionary Company, Board & VC, she is committed to empowering the next generation of leaders and board members, equipping them with the skills, strategies and networks needed to drive sustainable business growth.

In collaboration with partners from McKinsey Norway, KPMG UK & Germany, Deloitte Netherlands, and BCG X Germany, as well as several researchers in governance from Switzerland, the Netherlands, and the UK; Raja’s work is at the forefront of modern governance practices.

Born in Morocco, raised in Switzerland, and now living in Norway with her husband and two children, Raja’s diverse background and multicultural experience give her a global perspective she always brings to the table.