Christina Hawatmeh
About Christina Hawatmeh
Christina Hawatmeh is the Founder and CEO of Scopio, a platform that connects visual artists from around the world. She is also an author and is developing projects that promote cultural understanding and women's leadership.
Work at Scopio
Christina Hawatmeh has served as the Founder and CEO of Scopio since 2019. Under her leadership, Scopio has connected visual artists from 190 countries, enabling them to share their stories and sell their work. She oversees the vision and growth of the company, focusing on providing access and opportunities for underrepresented artists. Through innovative initiatives, she aims to break down barriers in the art world.
Previous Experience at Inveon
Before founding Scopio, Christina Hawatmeh worked as an Investment Analyst at Inveon for six months in 2013. This role took place in Istanbul, Turkey, where she gained valuable experience in investment analysis, contributing to her understanding of global markets and economic development.
Education and Expertise
Christina Hawatmeh holds a Master of International Affairs (MIA) from Columbia University, where she studied Management and Technology from 2012 to 2014. She also studied at SOAS University of London, focusing on Economic and Political Development, and earned a degree in International Affairs in 2009. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies and International Affairs with a concentration in Economic Development from The George Washington University from 2006 to 2010.
Achievements and Publications
Christina Hawatmeh is the author of 'The Year Time Stopped: The Global Pandemic in Photos,' which was featured at the Grammy's. She co-authored the same title, contributing to a historical record and time capsule of the pandemic through photography. Her work has garnered recognition, including being named one of the Top Entrepreneurs to Follow by NY Finance.
Cultural Initiatives and Projects
Christina is currently developing a children's coloring book titled 'Little Big World,' which aims to promote cultural understanding by featuring traditions from various countries, including Congo and Venezuela. She is also working on a book titled 'If Women,' which envisions a world where women hold leadership roles, reflecting her commitment to social issues and diverse perspectives.