Visionary Leadership
Founder & CEO, Vernewell Group
Biography
Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb is a Dubai-based visionary entrepreneur, internationally recognized jurist, and authoritative leader in emerging disruptive technologies, international business law, space law, and national security regulation. With over 17 years of extensive international business experience and 12 years of specialized legal expertise, she has firmly positioned herself as a leading figure at the intersection of law, technology governance, strategic innovation, and responsible technological adoption.
A distinguished valedictorian alumna of Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, Mrs. Loeb holds advanced master’s degrees in Public International and European Law, as well as International Business Law. Her scholarly rigor and commitment to continuous learning provide a robust foundation for her impactful contributions to global legal frameworks and technological advancements.
Mrs. Loeb’s professional journey includes senior advisory and partnership roles at prestigious international law firms before establishing Trabelsi Loeb Legal Consultants FZE in 2019. Her consultancy strategically addresses complex global regulatory issues, international compliance frameworks, technology transfer, dual-use management, and national security, particularly within space and emerging technologies.
Recognizing significant global regulatory and ethical gaps in space sustainability and technology governance, Mrs. Loeb founded Vernewell Tech and Space in 2020, which evolved into Vernewell Management Consultancies by 2021. Under her dynamic leadership, Vernewell has become a globally recognized advisory leader in quantum technology, artificial intelligence, responsible space commercialization, and strategic technological innovation.
Mrs. Loeb has spearheaded groundbreaking global initiatives such as the prestigious Quantum Innovation Summit and the influential QInnovision Consortium, significantly contributing to global quantum technology ecosystems and influencing international policy-making. She further expanded her commitment to education and advanced professional training through the establishment of Vernewell Academy, now a leading regional institution dedicated to quantum sciences, AI, governance, continuous education, and responsible technological innovation across the MENA region. Complementing these strategic initiatives, Mrs. Loeb recently launched the authoritative Quantum Universum Magazine, driving global conversations on quantum technology and real-world applications.
Her pivotal contributions have been internationally recognized, notably with the prestigious Innovation Leadership Award at the 2024 Women in Aviation Middle East Conference, celebrating her pioneering role in advancing quantum technologies and fostering women’s leadership in high-tech fields.
Mrs. Loeb is actively involved as a NATO Subject Matter Expert, significantly shaping policies on emerging disruptive technologies and space security. Her influential engagements include participation in NATO strategic dialogues and expert workshops addressing international compliance, technology transfer, and dual-use management.
Frequently featured as a global speaker, Mrs. Loeb has addressed international audiences on platforms including NATO, the Royal Aeronautical Society, World Summit AI, Inside Quantum Technology, Abu Dhabi Air Expo, Emerge, Women in Aviation Middle East Assembly in Riyadh, The Space Summer School, International Space Convention in Türkiye, iFX EXPO Dubai, and the Airport Show in Dubai. She has also been prominently featured alongside quantum pioneer Peter Shor on CNN, highlighting her global thought leadership in quantum technology and innovation.
Beyond her professional and academic endeavors, Mrs. Loeb is a dedicated advocate for human rights, gender equity, cultural diplomacy, AI ethics, responsible technology governance, and space sustainability. Her consistent global advocacy emphasizes responsible technological use and equitable prosperity.
Today, as Founder and CEO of Vernewell Group, Mrs. Loeb continues to drive an integrated global ecosystem of entities, initiatives, and partnerships dedicated to ethical innovation, strategic technology adoption, responsible governance, and sustainable human-centric progress.
Founder’s Vision & Commitment
“Innovation is more than technological advancement—it is a strategic and ethical responsibility. At Vernewell Group, our commitment involves proactively bridging regulatory and ethical gaps, fostering global equity and sustainability, and shaping a future empowered by responsible technological governance, inclusive progress, and human-centric values.”
Mrs. Malak Trabelsi Loeb, Founder & CEO, Vernewell Group
Areas of Expertise
Legal & Regulatory Expertise
- International Business Law, International Contracts, Cross-Border Transactions, Compliance & Due Diligence
- Space Law, Space Sustainability & Responsible Space Governance
- Technology Regulation, Technology Transfer Compliance & National Security Regulation
- AI Ethics & Emerging Technology Governance
- NATO Subject Matter Expert (Security, Emerging Technologies & Space Policy)
- Emerging Disruptive Technologies (EDTs) & Dual-Use Technology Management
Business & Strategic Management
- Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Technological Innovation & Technology Adoption
- Strategic Business Management, Advisory, Business Development & Corporate Planning
- Strategic Initiatives, Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) & Cross-Sector Collaborations
- Space & Tech Diplomacy, International Cooperation & Global Strategic Engagement
- Mentorship, Advanced Educational Leadership & Continuous Professional Development
- Human Rights Advocacy & Gender Equity
Honors & Recognition
- CEO of the Year 2021 – Dubai, United Arab Emirates, awarded by CEO Monthly Magazine, recognizing exceptional leadership and innovative contributions to the legal consultancy industry.
- WomenTech Network Nomination: Nominated for the "Mentor of the Year" 2021 award, recognizing contributions to mentoring in technology and space law.
- Innovation Leadership Award, 2024 Women in Aviation Middle East Conference, acknowledged for contributions to quantum innovation and women’s leadership in emerging technologies.
Featured Global Speaking Engagements
- NATO Strategic Dialogues & Workshops (Emerging Technologies & Security)
- World Summit AI (2020)
- Inside Quantum Technology (2021)
- Abu Dhabi Air Expo (2022)
- Emerge Summit (2023)
- International Space Convention, Bursa, Türkiye (2023)
- Women in Aviation Middle East General Assembly, Riyadh (2023)
- The Space Summer School (2023)
- iFX EXPO Dubai (2024)
- Road to Resilience: Human-Centric Summit, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Library, Dubai (2025)
Featured Media Appearance
CNN’s "Decoded: Quantum Computing" Special (2024)
- Host: Anna Stewart
- Featuring:
- Peter Shor, Professor of Applied Mathematics, MIT
- Dag Spicer, Senior Curator, Computer History Museum
- Hartmut Neven, VP Engineering, Quantum AI, Google
- Jay Gambetta, Vice President, IBM Quantum
- Michele Mosca, Co-Founder, Institute for Quantum Computing, University of Waterloo
- Hanhee Paik, Head of IBM Quantum Japan
- Peter Lehnert, Vice President New Technologies, BMW Group
- Malak Trabelsi Loeb, Founder & CEO, Vernewell Group Inc.
- Sofia Eriksson, Consultant Neurologist, Cleveland Clinic London
- CNN’s Decoded: Quantum Computing special explores the forefront of quantum technology, featuring globally recognized leaders and pioneers, including Mrs. Loeb.
- Original Broadcast: CNN International, September 2024