About
My journey
I believe that identity isn’t just a surface—it’s an architecture. It needs to grow, breathe, and connect where we’ve been with where we’re going. When a business aligns with its true vision, it stops being a series of tasks and starts being an engine for meaningful change. I’m here to make sure that engine is well-built, well-fueled, and heading in the right direction.
Welcome to a space where memory meets the future and creativity is structured enough to actually carry meaning. Here, every project carries the imprint of its origin. I don’t believe in “disposable” strategy; I believe in intention, conscience, and building things that are meant to endure. Think of me as the bridge between your wildest creative ideas and the structural logic they need to survive the real world.
I am Meriem Aouadi. Born in Tunisia, I’ve spent my career navigating the intersection of fashion, innovation, research, and social impact. I’ve co-founded and led initiatives like MAFT, Moodha Okhra, FREEP, and Robavecchia—each a testament to my focus on honoring roots while building for a sustainable future.”
Through these roles, I’ve learned that a project isn’t just a deliverable; it’s a living ecosystem. My journey has taught me to be agile and adaptable across geographies, while remaining stubbornly rooted in purpose.
Here, identities take shape as projects, and every project carries the distinct imprint of its origin
My Work Experience
Ernst & Young (EY)
Senior Innovation Consultant
2023 - 2025
maft Studios & mag
CEO & Co-founder
2019 - 2024
Moodha Okhra
Program Lead & Co-founder
2019 - 2023
INCO - Minassa Incubator
Consultant
2019 - 2020
Danone
Assistant Brand Manager
2017 - 2019
Maison de Senteurs
E-commerce Assistant
2016
When I am not working, I am drawing inspiration from the world!
My design philosophy
Today, I work as a strategic consultant, creative booster, and coach, guiding brands, businesses, and institutions to reveal their essence, define their vision, and craft strategies that resonate culturally, emotionally, and authentically with their identities.
My work integrates:
Strategic Guidance – Leading projects with intention, rigor, and foresight to align vision, identity, and action.
Depth and Impact – Structuring ideas, decisions, and processes to deliver meaningful, enduring projects.
Mentorship and Knowledge Sharing – Providing frameworks, methods, and insights to empower teams, creators, and stakeholders.
Cross-Border Collaboration – Operating across sectors and geographies with agility, coherence, and purpose-driven results.
I’ve navigated a lot of industries, but I always find my way back to fashion. It’s my deepest passion, especially when it’s rooted in North African, Mediterranean, and Arab contexts. There’s a specific energy in these regions, a blend of history and future, that makes 'business as usual' feel remarkably boring by comparison.