When

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Where

The Anderson
907 1/2 W Franklin St.
Richmond, 23220

Qatar Week 2025

The series of talks will feature three accomplished graduates of VCU and VCUarts Qatar—Michael Walker (Senior Product Designer, Amazon), Noha Olivia Fahmy (Head of Architecture & Merchandising, LVMH Fragrance Brands), and Fatma Abdel Aziz (Senior Consultant, Barker Langham).

Each speaker will share their professional journey, highlighting the pivotal role their education at VCUarts Qatar played in shaping their creative and strategic thinking. From technology and luxury retail to cultural consultancy, the talks will demonstrate how design principles continue to inform diverse global industries and careers.

By sharing their challenges, breakthroughs, and career milestones, each speaker will illuminate the broader impact of design education beyond traditional creative fields, while also reflecting the strength of Qatar’s investment in talent, innovation, and cross-cultural exchange.

Learn more about Qatar Week 2025.