PR executive Maha Gaber knows more than most about how to connect to consumers in different markets to get across a message, a brand, or an idea. Maha has a unique understanding of how to help companies strategize about making an impact through storytelling and strong messaging techniques. 

As the former Head of Communication in the Middle East for Google, and a current advisor to executives like VaynerX founder, Gary Vaynerchuk, Maha helps instruct brands and people about how to leverage new trends in digital media to win over consumers.

Maha also hosts SavvyTalk, a weekly podcast about communication strategies for businesses with a focus on the MENA (Middle East/North Africa) region. We caught up over some coffee to talk about tips for startups, the top places to travel in the Middle East, how to use PR to your advantage, and more.