Biography
Born in Tejen, Ahal District, Turkmenistan, Gulnara Hanjayeva grew up in a loving, mixed-heritage family that instilled in her the values of resilience, honesty, and hard work. Her name, meaning “Rose of the Pomegranate”, beautifully symbolizes her character — a blend of grace, beauty, and strength.
From her early years, Gulnara displayed an entrepreneurial spirit. She began working at just 16 as a kindergarten teacher, and by 19, she was managing small businesses in garment trading and gold jewelry. In her early twenties, she visited Dubai for what was meant to be a short trip — but destiny had other plans. Captivated by the city’s vibrant energy and limitless possibilities, she decided to stay and start anew, establishing her first general trading company without even knowing English or the local business rules.
Over the years, Dubai became her true home — a place where she grew financially, emotionally, and spiritually. Deeply inspired by the UAE’s vision and leadership, Gulnara embodies the spirit of determination and growth that defines Dubai itself.
Achievements
Gulnara’s career is a remarkable story of perseverance, intuition, and bold decision-making. Starting in textiles and fashion, she ventured into car trading before finding her true calling in real estate investment.
At just 23 years old, she purchased her first 4-bedroom apartment, sparking a passion that evolved into a thriving international real estate career. Today, Gulnara has invested in five countries and built a global network of clients who trust her transparency, professionalism, and personal approach.
As a Real Estate Investment Advisor, she’s recognized for her ability to build long-term, family-like relationships with investors — often closing million-dollar deals through video calls alone. Her success stems from one principle: trust is earned through consistency, honesty, and heart.
Future Goals
Gulnara’s mission is to inspire young women worldwide to believe that success doesn’t always require a diploma — it requires vision, courage, and action. She aims to use her platform to empower women to chase their dreams fearlessly, proving that self-belief and persistence can turn even the most ambitious dreams into reality.
Personal Motto
“There are only two ways to live your life: one is as though nothing is a miracle, and the other is as though everything is a miracle.”
— Albert Einstein
Fun Fact
Gulnara’s deep interest in gemstones comes from her mother, who worked in the gold jewelry business. Even today, she believes in the healing energy of stones — and often wears them as a personal source of balance, strength, and inspiration.
