Hafsa Gaher F.Inst.TT is Founder and CEO of Halal Travel Network (HTN), a global B2B network building the industry infrastructure for halal tourism through training, trade engagement, market visibility and destination development.

With a network spanning more than 90 countries, HTN helps destinations and tourism businesses strengthen their products, develop trade capability and reach new international markets. Hafsa connects market intelligence with practical delivery across traveller behaviour, product and destination readiness, trade engagement and international market access.

A recognised advocate for a more inclusive travel industry and an international speaker, Hafsa mentors young entrepreneurs in tourism, with a particular commitment to increasing the visibility of women and the opportunities available to them.

In 2025, Hafsa was a double winner at the IWTTF Awards, receiving Woman Leader in Travel and Tourism and Allyship Hero. She was also a finalist for Diversity Trailblazer at the TTG Travel Industry Awards.