Egyptian-born Dina Habib Powell is joining the Trump administration in a senior role focused on entrepreneurship, economic growth and the empowerment of women. President-elect Donald Trump's transition Team announced the position for Powell, 43, who previously served in the Bush White House and State Department. Donald Trump's trouble with women -- an incomplete listPowell will likely play a key role in helping the incoming Trump administration form ties with women, an especially important task following his candidacy. Like Ivanka Trump, Powell assumed a high-profile, powerful role at a young age. During her time at State, Powell connected business leaders with the government to provide disaster relief and worked with college presidents to recruit international students.

Source: Egypt Independent January 17, 2017 12:10 UTC