Parveen Hafeez, Managing Director of Sunrise Hospitals, shared her journey and insights on balancing personal life, professional growth, and social responsibility. She emphasized that men and women have distinct but equally valuable roles and urged the younger generation to be confident, intelligent, and proud of themselves. Growing up in a progressive Malabari Muslim family in Kerala with five brothers, she was encouraged to pursue her ambitions without restrictions. Hafeez described her strong affinity for people, particularly women and children, and how she finds purpose in making others happy.
She reflected on her education, sports, and early exposure to responsibility, highlighting the importance of self-confidence and perseverance. Hafeez also discussed her partnership with her husband, Dr. Hafeez, emphasizing teamwork, mutual respect, and shared responsibilities in family and work life. She advised young women to embrace opportunities, pursue education, leverage mentorship, and develop patience and resilience. Hafeez stressed the significance of healthy competition, self-love, and maintaining excitement and balance in both personal and professional spheres.
Throughout her talk, she illustrated how love, respect, and collaboration form the foundation of her success, both as a leader in healthcare and as a person committed to family, society, and community welfare.
