Saema Somalya is Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel (Corporate) and Office of the Corporate Secretary for Fifth Third bank. Saema is a graduate of Yale University Law School. She has not only worked incredibly hard outside the home but is also a mother to a beautiful daughter and wife of a Healthcare & Technology Entrepreneur, Nabeel Kaukab. I had the pleasure of meeting Saema when she married Nabeel. Her husband’s family and ours are close, and we have grown to love and adore Saema. Last week I did an Instagram Live with Saema. When I was searching for someone who has devoted her life to work and family, she was one of the first people who came to mind.
A person devoted to her job and her family. An American Pakistani Who is breaking the glass ceiling.
She has made a name for herself at Fifth Third Bank. Most recently she was featured in The Deal Pipeline discussing the importance of diversity within Corporate boards. We are so proud of all her accomplishments and I absolutely love how she remains grounded through it all. She is a great leader and example for all women. Saema is a woman of color, American Pakistani who is breaking the glass ceiling. Please watch the link below and meet this influential woman!
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April 20, 2022
Cincinnati
“Move back to Cincinnati?!” There is not a day that goes by that I don’t thank my mother and, of course, God for giving me the courage to move back and press yet another restart button in our lives. I am incredibly fortunate.
May 29, 2021
Goodbye Houston
I am not good with saying goodbye. So I won’t. Instead I will just say thank you.
March 12, 2021
LCA Magazine Party
Ruchi Mukherjee, LCA Magazine, hosted her annual magazine reveal party which took place in Tootsies.
December 11, 2020
Fashion Haus presents “Cloud Atlas”
The Fashion Haus fashion show, "Cloud Atlas", was the social event I attended after so many months due to the Covid-19 scare.
September 1, 2020
Meet Nirali Shah
Nirali Shah is a born raised Texan and the owner of her own events company. Her story is unique.
August 22, 2020
Vacation During Covid-19
I know so many of us are sitting on our couches deliberating whether or not to go somewhere. Luckily we live in the US and we do have many options.
June 5, 2020
Come out of your Comfort Zone
Online challenges allow you to stay connected with your family and friends.
April 26, 2020
Ruchi’s Annual Mother’s Day Soiree Kick-Off Party
Before COVID-19 became prevalent in Houston, Ruchi Mukerjee, owner of LCA Magazine, was able to throw her yearly kickoff party on March 5, 2020 at Neiman Marcus.
March 16, 2020
High Tea with CG Studio at Kiran’s
Since November, I feel I am finally living the life I have wanted. I owe it to CG Studio and Sami Khaleeq for hosting such a great event.
March 10, 2020
Houston Sports Awards 2020
On January 21, 2020, my husband and I attended the Houston Sports Awards in a "roaring 20's glitzy affair" theme. It was their 3rd annual Gala showcasing and honoring Houston’s athletes, coaches, and teams for 2019.
March 1, 2020
KNOWAutism Gala
The KNOWAutism is the Largest gala for the foundation in Houston. The gala raises funds to inform and increase the awareness of autism along with providing financial and educational resources for families.
December 10, 2019
LCA Magazine’s Winter Cover Reveal Party at Tootsies
LCA Magazine's 2019 winter edition was named “The Power Edition”.
December 7, 2019
Altus Foundation Annual Gala
Each year the Altus Foundation hosts one of the largest Galas of the year to help raise funds for their foundation.
November 14, 2019
Fashion for Good Houston
Fashion for Good Houston Fashion Show 2019 Celebrating Texas with Haute Dogs and Fancy Cats.
November 7, 2019
Fall Soiree held at Valentino by Nuzhat Tabani of NKT Houston
I wanted to dig deeper on the events Nuzhat Tabani puts together for Valentino.
November 1, 2019
11th Annual Harvest Luncheon
Simply wonderful. An afternoon of inspiration, hope, and help for Houston’s hungriest children.
October 5, 2019
7th Hum TV Awards
Glitz and Glamour! People traveled from afar to come and greet/meet these stars.
September 29, 2019
Ruchi’s Birthday
Naturally, Ruchi Mukherjee's Birthday bash was an event to remember.
September 14, 2019
Indian Designer Anita Dongre Benefitting Operation Smile
We wore the Anita Dongre’s fabulous designs and invited our friends to come and support operation smile.
September 12, 2019
Democratic National Debate
One perk of being married to a News Director is the access into the News world.