Hilla Talati

Partner

Hilla Talati is a seasoned professional bringing 20+ years of experience in the family governance and talent arenas.

Hilla started her career at McKinsey & Company, working across the US and Middle East Offices. As a member of McKinsey’s Family Business Practice, Hilla advised groups across the GCC on portfolio strategy as well as corporate and family governance matters.

Subsequently, Hilla worked in-house with a leading Middle Eastern family-owned group over a six-year period, working closely with 1st and 2nd generation family members to shape and drive execution of their agenda as owners. During this period she also did a stint leading the people function for the group as the CHRO, with a focus on talent and leadership.

Hilla continues to work with families in the Middle East on governance and talent-related matters as a Senior Advisor with GTA. In her work, Hilla is passionate about working with families: establishing structures and processes for effective debate and decision making, building alignment, and ensuring a strong focus on execution.

Hilla holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Mathematics from Dartmouth College and an MBA and an MPA from Harvard University. She lives in Dubai with her husband, two sons and dog.