Mariola Bartel

Head of Human Resources at Al Ittihad Drug Store (IDS)

Speaker

Mariola Bartel is a strategic, culture-driven HR leader with nearly two decades of international experience across EMEA and Asia. She has successfully led human capital initiatives in diverse sectors, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and manufacturing.

Currently based in the United Arab Emirates as Head of HR, Mariola leverages her multinational background to align people strategies with business objectives, driving sustainable growth, organisational resilience, and employee engagement.

She holds a Master’s degree in Pedagogy, along with postgraduate diplomas in Human Resource Management and Journalism. Known for her people-centric approach and strong communication skills, Mariola is passionate about cultivating meaningful employee experiences and building inclusive, high-performing workplaces.