Meet Co Founders of Girl Tribe Worldwide
Gretchen Mathews and Stela Chalabi
As a single mother of two beautiful boys, a CEO, Board Member and Chief Member, my journey was not an easy one, but I have always been passionate about helping women move one way, up. Either personally or professionally it has been a passion of mine to bring women empowerment to as many women as possible. Through my own life journey, I struggled with abusive relationships, putting food on the table for my children at times, and often alone I was making some of the biggest and boldest life decisions, that left me uncertain, scared and filled with worry. This was the start of Girl Tribe Worldwide. We want to inspire you to make bold, brave decisions for the betterment of your journey. You will have Girl Tribe Worldwide as a resource, support network to bring you strength, courage and confidence. We are stronger together is the membership culture and membership proceeds will be used for women in the tribe who are in need or in an emergency situation.
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We Are Stronger Together
Gretchen
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Born in Brazil and educated in business in England, my life has taken me across London, New York, Miami, and now Dubai. Each chapter, each country, has shaped my understanding of culture, connection, and the shared strength of women around the world.
For more than 24 years, I have been married and devoted much of my life to raising my two children while supporting my husband’s career through many international transitions. While my path has not followed a traditional corporate trajectory, it has provided something equally powerful — perspective, adaptability, and deep empathy. Living across continents and cultures has allowed me to meet women from every background and walk of life. Despite our differences in language, culture, and circumstance, it has shown me how deeply our stories connect us, regardless of where we come from. I’ve witnessed how strength is expressed differently around the world — yet at the core, we all share the same desire: to be heard, valued, supported, and understood.
These experiences shaped my passion for creating safe spaces where women feel seen and uplifted.
As a wife, mother, and global citizen who has embraced change and growth, I understand how essential it is to have a community that listens, supports, and rises together. Joining Girl Tribe Worldwide is not simply a role, it is a calling rooted in purpose.
I am here to serve and to help build a global movement grounded in strength, integrity, and heart.
With love,
Stela
