Mashael is the Founding Partner of AEON Strategy, an interdisciplinary sustainable development advisory firm focusing on environmental, economic and social development. As an advocate of sustainable and equitable development, Mashael co- founded AEON COLLECTIVE, a cross-disciplinary Waqf that produces, curates and disseminates fact-based & culturally informed knowledge around sustainability in the kingdom. Equipped with the critical expertise to discuss complex topics, the collective aims to serve the country’s ambitions and enhance international, cross disciplinary dialogue. Mashael advises on climate change policy, socioeconomic development and sustainability, and works with government entities and the private sector. Over the past nine years, Mashael has acquired a deep understanding of the dynamics surrounding international climate negotiations and climate related policies and regulations. She has co-authored several papers on climate policies, and continues to engage in global forums for on the topics of climate change, neutrality targets and sustainability. She holds a Masters degree in International Affairs from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) where she focused on sustainable development with a sub specialization in Earth sciences and Energy economics and climate policy.