SUMMARY
Mr. Sameer Abdulla Nass, Chairman of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry since 2018, leads the dedicated efforts of the Chamber towards developing the national economy and proceeding firmly in the path of its progress. He has a strong belief that the Chamber is the true voice of the national business community as the elected members are the best representatives of it. Such belief provides him with great motivation to continue the legacy of success, in cooperation with the Chamber’s members, and provide effective solutions to all challenges, monitor the national economic situation and improve macro financial growth leading to one milestone after another in the local business environment’s list of achievements. This comes in line with the rules and principles of 2030 vision of sustainability and fair competition that aim to achieve the citizens, government and economy’s best interest. Mr. Nass holds the Chairmanship of the Union of Arab Chambers along with being the Chairman of Nass Group and Nass Corporation.
Nass Group is an international business entity with a rich history and prestigious global presence in civil construction and general trading industries, such as: engineering, manufacturing, marine and industrial services trading. Mr. Nass leads the only Bahraini family business that is publicly listed and is pioneering in the fields of building materials, heavy lifts, shipbuilding, landscaping, waste management and wholesale food. The Group is responsible of constructing a large number of famous landmarks in the Kingdom of Bahrain, including Bahrain World Trade Center and The Avenues Shopping Mall.
Mr. Nass manages the business while following a number of essential principles including being up to the standards, delivering more than what is promised, ensuring highest quality and improving administrational structuring in order to increase productivity and efficiency. He stands by the fact that specialization is key of success, however, having experience and making efforts in multiple fields are highly important elements which would help in interrelating between different businesses, and guaranteeing their sustainability.
In terms of his participation in the development of the work of civil society institutions, Mr. Nass is a Board Member of Bahrain Philanthropic Society. Moreover, he has an active role in promoting the principles of community partnership through his previous chairmanship of the Board of Directors of Muharraq Club in addition to his previous membership in the Board of Directors of Muharraq Parents Care Home.
EXPERIENCE
Union of Arab Chambers – Chairman
2022 – Present
An independent non-governmental, non-profit regional legal entity established to support the trade cooperation among Arab Countries and achieve economic unity at the levels of commerce and investment.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Federation of GCC Chambers – President
2020-2022
An organization, located in Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is considered among the most important institutional frameworks that support the private sector in GCC countries, where it has been representing Gulf economic interests since its inception in 1979.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Contractors Committee - Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Chairman
2006 – 2014
BCCI is the main representative of the private sector in the Kingdom of Bahrain and it links between the sector and the foreign trade, investments and global business community.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Bahrain Economic Development Board - Board Member
2018 – present
An investment promotion agency that aims at attracting investors to the Kingdom of Bahrain and supporting initiatives that develop the investment sector.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Higher Education Council – Secretariat General Council - Ex-Council Member
Established in 2006 to regulate, promote and monitor the higher education sector in the Kingdom. It aims to improve the performance of universities by evaluating and regulating the educational programmes.
Responsibilities & Achievements
National Initiative for Agricultural Development - Consultative Council - Ex-Council Member
Launched in 2010 to implement the directives of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of His Majesty the King and President of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW) aiming to achieve her future vision of developing the agricultural sector.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Summary
Mr. Najibi has a long experience of more than 30 years in Investments, Real Estate Development and Islamic banking in both wholesale and retail.
Experience
Najibi Investment Company B.S.C.
Family Investment Company
Al Souq Group. WLL
Diversified business group that consists of a group of companies which operates in key industry sectors such as maintenance and real estate.
Bahrain Glass Ceramic Metal Care Co. W.L.L.
Cleaning & Maintenance company that provides the best innovative cleaning solutions.
Gulfvista Co. WLL
Provides visual photo and video documentation solutions for construction projects.
Comcast
A premier technology integrator and solution provider for ELV systems & HVAC maintenance.
Annonsink Advertising and Publicity Co.
Advertising and Publicity Company
Ahli United Bank B.S.C.
Established in Bahrain on 31 May 2000 following a merger between The United Bank of Kuwait PLC (UBK) and Al Ahli Commercial Bank B.S.C. (ACB).
Ahli United Bank PLC (UK)
Established in 1966 to facilitate the expansion of business between institutions in Kuwait and global financial markets.
Osool Asset Management B.S.C ©
An independent, fully-fledged asset management Company dealing in financial instruments as a principal and agent.
Bahrain Marina Development Company W.L.L.
Marina & Mix Used Real Estate Development Company
Crown Industries B.S.C.
The pioneer re-cycling company in the Kingdom of Bahrain since its establishment in 1997
Bahrain Scrapmould W.L.L.
A company based in Askar specialized in metal processing & recycling
Royal University of Women
The first private, purpose-built, international university in the Kingdom of Bahrain dedicated solely to educating women.
SUMMARY
Through his position as Second Vice-Chairman, the businessman Mr. Mohammed Abdul Jabbar Al Kooheji contributes to the integrated efforts of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry to maintain continuance progress of the national economy and provide its various sectors with all means of development. Along with exerting tremendous efforts in operational management that extend to more than 40 years and providing constant support to the field of private education that exceeds 20 years, Mr. Al Kooheji works on consolidating cooperation and coordination with various global companies in order to bring highly prestigious brands and attract international firms to partnering and investing in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
With strong educational background from the UK and India, as well as ambitious aspirations to build on the leading achievements accomplished by his family business, AJM Kooheji Group, Mr. Al Kooheji started to make his dreams come true by joining the Logistics Department followed by holding various positions in the Marine Department and the Electronics Department. He believes in the importance of strengthening his family’s foundation and proudly maintaining its advanced status as a distinguished Bahraini business entity with firm commitment to quality, excellent customer services and numerous social initiatives.
Ensuring top quality is one of Mr. Al Kooheji’s main principles, as he pays a great deal of attention to the smallest details to guarantee providing the best services and products in the fields of retail, manufacturing, trading and education. Also, he believes in the importance of quality standards in organizational performance by “doing things right at first time, on time and every time.”
Mr. Al Kooheji has various contributions to a number of charity, educational and youth training entities as part of AJM Kooheji Group’s corporate social responsibility programs and initiatives.
EXPERENCE
AJM Kooheji Group B.S.C. – BoD Member
1985 – Present
Since its establishment in 1890, AJM Kooheji Group is considered as one of the most renowned business powerhouses in the Kingdom of Bahrain, as it brings to the Kingdom globally recognized brands, such as: YAMAHA, LG and BRIDGESTONE. In addition, the group produces its own products in multiple factories and workshops of manufacturing, shipbuilding, furniture & joinery, retail, real estate and jewelry.
Responsibilities & Achievements
AJM Kooheji Group B.S.C. – Logistics Department
1977 – 1980
Responsibilities & Achievements
AJM Kooheji Group B.S.C. – Marine Department
1980 – 2002
Responsibilities & Achievements
AJM Kooheji Group B.S.C – Electronics Department
2002 – 2014
Responsibilities & Achievements
AlNaseem International School - BoD Member
2002 - 2010
Established in 1981 as one of the dual language schools in the Kingdom of Bahrain that accommodate students from nursery to Grade 12.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Hawar International School - BoD Member
2011 – Present
Established in 2001 and became the first private school in the Kingdom of Bahrain offering educational services to all students including those with special needs.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Summary
Entrepreneurial by nature, Mr. Aaref Hejris has over 24 years of verifiable experience from consultancy engineering, project management and property development locally and internationally.
One of Mr. Hejris career’s highlights is being the first to chair a multi-billion office as CEO since establishment to almost nine and a half years. He propelled and structured a complex property development to its optimum standard with recognized proven record of marketing profitability. With numerous achievements in real estate projects and land development, he has an expertise in business and strategic engineering office leading to expanding more long-term business investments and inaugurating property development organization.
Mr. Hejris is skilled in architectural engineering and design of enterprises and platforms. He has a long experience in strategic planning and communications as well as competitive analysis and marketing strategies. Also, he is skillful in project coordinating, managing and consulting.
He has founded Bahrain Society of Engineers and currently a member in multiple organizations, such as: American Institute of Architects, Bahrain Property Development Association, Urban Land Institute, Arab-African for Real Estate and Commercial Investment & Development Organization, American Car Wash Association and The International Real Estate Federation.
Experience
Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Treasurer
2018 – Present
BCCI is the main representative of the private sector in Bahrain and it links between the sector with the foreign trade, investments and global business community.
Emaar Engineering - Chairman
2016 – Present
A competitive engineering consultancy firm established in 1999.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Bahrain Property Development Association - Chairman of the Board
2010 – Present
A non-profit organization, established in 2010, which has become the Kingdom of Bahrain's most recognized property development association
Responsibilities & Achievements
Diyar Al Muharraq - Chief Executive Officer
2006 – 2012
One of the largest real estate development companies in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Responsibilities & Achievements
Emaar Engineering - Chief Executive Officer
1999 – 2006
Established in 1999 and developed to be a well-established and innovative design firm in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Responsibilities & Achievements
Bahrain Defense Force (BDF) - Former Architectural Engineer
1990 – 1998
The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) is the military force of the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Responsibilities & Achievements
SUMMARY
Mr. Waleed Ebrahim Khalil Kanoo is a leading businessman with a long experience in information and communication technology as well as strategy and leadership. He is the Chairman of several companies, such as: Motor City Co. WLL, Kanoo Consulting Services and Creative Knowledge for Conferences & Exhibitions. In addition, Mr. Kanoo is the Director of Ebrahim K. Kanoo Co. BSC, Kanoo IT, Security One and American Chamber of Commerce. He also holds the position of Vice Chairman of French Chamber of Commerce and Bahraini-French Business Club. Mr. Kanoo served Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry for two sessions as the Vice Treasurer and one session as Chairman of the Steering Group, which are two essential roles.
He chaired several technical committees for special projects while being an active member of several joint committees with local ministries as well as regional countries. Mr. Kanoo took part in several studies and workshops and presented the Chamber in various international events.
He has attended many conferences and seminars on leadership & entrepreneurial studies, information, communication, technology, family business as well as societies & organizations. He succeeded in establishing new businesses and leading them to success, turning them from ideas to reality. In addition, he established societies and clubs while actively structuring and managing them.
Mr. Kanoo is an active board member of multiple organizations and social clubs, such as: Enmaa Universe Publishing BSC, Bahrain Family Business Association, Bahrain Internet Society, Rotary Club of Sulmaniya and Bahrain Riders Club. He founded many organizations, like: Bahrain Internet Club, Bahrain Internet Society, Italian-Bahraini Friendship Association, French Chamber of Commerce, Entrepreneurs Organizations Bahrain Chapter, Bahrain Marketing Society, Rotary Club of Seef Bahrain and Ebrahim K. Kanoo Charity Foundation. Mr. Kanoo believes that giving back to society is a very important duty and hence took part in many of the above organizations. Also, he is currently a consultant to many new organizations under formation.
EXPERIENCE
Kanoo Consulting Services, Chairman
2012 – Present
Kanoo Consulting Services is a Gold Partner of Oracle, one of the world’s largest computer technology corporations in the Kingdom of Bahrain. KCS provides the most comprehensive solutions and services of the Oracle Applications & Oracle technologies.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Motor City Holding Co., Chairman
2011 – Present
It was established in 2005 and remained since establishment the exclusive distributor of China's leading car manufacturer; CHERY. Al Jazira Motor Co., Bahrain Marketing & Servicing Company and Arab International Trading & Auto Parts Co. are subsidies of Motor City and each represents some of the vehicles’ franchises.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Security One, Director
2007 – Present
A security company, founded in 2007, specialized in access control, fire alarm, fire suppression, video surveillance, intrusion detection, building and home automation requirements.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Ebrahim K. Kanoo Co. BSC ©, Director
2007 – Present
A leading family business specialized in automobile reselling in the Kingdom of Bahrain for more than 60 years. It is a diversified business conglomerate renowned for automotive retail and aftersales services for a broad spectrum of passenger and commercial products.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Basim AlSaie’s brings to Bahrain Chamber three decades of successful entrepreneurship and expertise in diverse fields. He started in the industrial field, gaining recognition as a leading expert in aluminum and aluminum extrusion. Additionally, Basim has led multiple company start-ups in a variety of business sectors, from industrial productions to telecom and more. He holds chair and leadership positions in various enterprises. Within his roles, Basim leads businesses in development and strategy, mergers, crisis management, and high profile negotiations.
Basim’s achievements include leading a major enterprise, GARMCO, through the complexities of bankruptcy aversion and legal restructuring, towards stabilization and turn around. His navigation of multiple industry-leader companies have affected the overall environment and scale of the Bahrain industrial sector within the Gulf and MiddleEast region.
Basim is trusted for his strategic and creative solution-thinking. He is analytical, quick and steadfast during crisis. He is equally proficient in creating and affecting opportunity and sustainable growth in business.
Basim is a strong believer and contributor to community responsibility, having supported a variety of non-profit organizations both financially and offering pro-bono consultancy. He is an active leader in Entrepreneurs Organization (EO), often taking up the role of mentor and coach to upcoming entrepreneurs and young visionaries.
GULF ALUMINUM ROLLING MILL (GARMCO), Chairman
May 2018 – July 2020
GARMCO is the largest aluminum downstream facility in the region, exporting its products to over 45 countries around the world.
Responsibilities & Achievements
GULF CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE (GULF CX), Investor & Director
October 2016 – December 2021
Gulf CX offers consulting and training for business clients towards customizing customer experience solutions through global Business Processes Outsourcing.
Responsibilities & Achievements
KALAAM TELECOM, Director & Board Member
March 2005 – Present
Kalaam offers a wide range of telecom services with traditional and highly specialized connectivity solutions.
Responsibilities & Achievements
POLYCON BAHRAIN, Managing Director
January 2003 – Present
Polycon is a manufacturer of Polyethylene water tanks and road barriers.
Responsibilities & Achievements
INSTALLUX GULF, Managing Director & Partner
April 1997 – Present
Installux is an architectural aluminum supplier of high-performance European systems for facades, doors, and windows.
Responsibilities & Achievements
BAHRAIN ALUMINUM EXTRUSION COMPANY (BALEXCO), Sales & Marketing Manager
January 1990 – October 1996
BALEXCO is an industry leader in the field of aluminum extrusion.
Responsibilities & Achievements
SUMMARY
Mr. Ahmed Sabah Salman Al Saloom is a businessman, politician, author and columnist who founded several companies in the fields of real-state, general trade, health, agriculture, food and training. With close supervision of providing the clients with first-rate quality products and excellent services, Mr. Al Saloom continues to gain the clients’ trust and confidence. Being one of the vital and active members of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s committees for many years, Mr. Al Saloom proceeds firmly in the path of achieving the Chamber’s goals to maintain strength and sustainability of Bahrain’s national economy.
Mr. Al Saloom represents the 5th constituency of Capital Governorate for the 2018 and 2022 Legislative terms at the Council of Representatives. He has keen interest to meet people’s demands and aspirations, which led him to become a member of multiple business councils and parliamentary assemblies. As a successful businessman, he analyzes the markets, considers flexibility and plans ahead as main steps towards achieving intended goals despite risks and challenges.
Mr. Al Saloom has various initiatives in helping newly established companies and individual entrepreneurs to develop their businesses with consultancy, training and guidance. He believes that supporting and encouraging the new companies can shape the bright future of the business field in the Kingdom of Bahrain. This comes in line with one of his principles in life which says “If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. If you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime”. Mr. Al Saloom supported more than 400 SMEs through his position as a BoD Chairman of PROSKY Incubator Centre, Alwane SMEs Development Centre and The Entrepreneurship Training Center (ETC) as well as the position of a Chief Executive of Farouk Almoayyed Center for SMEs Development. Also, he is an elected board member in Amwaj Islands Central Owners Association and a board member in Isa Town Consumer Cooperative Society.
EXPERIENCE
Highland Marketing Company LLC - BoD Chairman
2003 – Present
A general trading holding company that includes Bin Saloom Contracting, Gulf Medical Complex and Shams Al Shomoos Agricultural Company.
Responsibilities & Achievements
The Entrepreneurship Training Center (ETC) – BoD Chairman
2018 – Present
A center specialized in training entrepreneurs led by the Bahrain Small and Medium Enterprises Society (BSMEs) in partnership with Tamkeen.
Responsibilities & Achievements
SUMMARY
Being a member of Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s committees since 1972, Mr. Yousuf Salahuddin Ebrahim Salahuddin significantly contributes to the tremendous efforts aiming at providing the national economy with sustainable growth through innovative initiatives. By co-authoring and editing a book titled “Bahrainis Presence in India”, Mr. Salahuddin adds a great historic value to the Chamber through the treasured compiled data and old photographs that reflect the history of Bahrainis who lived in the Republic of India throughout the 19th century.
Mr. Salahuddin established his own business during the early 1970s in the field of building materials, sanitary ware, tiles & porcelain and properties which expanded in 1992 to include trading of household items. In addition, he established a car rental and limousine services business in 1998, which developed in 2006 to have its own outlet at Bahrain International Airport that became both dignitaries and passengers’ first and best choice.
Besides his leading business experience, Mr. Salahuddin is a passionate researcher and writer whose name is associated with aviation, history, and trade. He has various contributions to philanthropy in addition to being an active member at a number of civil and social associations. Along with celebrating 50 years of success in the business life by following the principles of credibility, trust, great quality and excellent customer service, Mr. Salahuddin has keen interest to publish articles in both Arabic and English Bahraini newspapers.
Mr. Salahuddin is a former Chairman of the Commercial Market Committee at Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry (29th session) and a current board member of the Chamber (30th session). Also, he is a board member of the Sunni Waqf Directorate, member of the Co-ordinating Council of the Capital Governorate, ASEAN Bahrain Council, Bahrain-Bosnia and Herzegovina Friendship and Business Society, Bahraini Chinese Friendship Society as well as Shaikha Hessa Girls' School, GCC Society for History and Archaeology and Bahrain Historical & Archaeological Society.
EXPERIENCE
Yousuf Salahuddin Serendipity, Al Manzil Establishment - Owner & Managing Director
1972 – Present
Since its establishment in the 1972, Serendipity started its operations as a single person owned establishment which continued to develop until it became a recognized supplier of luxury and commercial bathroom solutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Responsibilities & Achievements
Enterprises Rent a Car Company – Owner & Managing Director
1998 - Present
Enterprises Rent a Car (ERAC) was founded in the year 1998. It provides different car rental and limousine services.
Responsibilities & Achievements
SUMMARY
A very well known, reputed and popular name in the field of Perfumery & Cosmetics business worldwide. An enthusiastic, dynamic, distinct and eloquent business leader, who articulates well with the changing trends of business.
Ex-Jury member of the prestigious FiFi awards (known as the Oscars of the fragrances industry), an event by The Fragrance Foundation which honor the fragrance industry's creative achievements globally. He is currently the Director and General Manager of Alhawaj Group, which has a glorious history of 76 years, a conglomerate and one among the very reputed business houses in Kingdom of Bahrain.
He began his career under the guidance of his late father Mr. Yousuf Abdulwahab Al Hawaj at a young age. Instrumental in establishing the business enterprise Al Hawaj Group along with his elder brother, Mr. Abdulwahab played a pivotal role over the years in making the establishment a world class organization.
The career of Mr. Abdulwahab Alhawaj shows the renewed strategies he implemented to reach his goals. He diverted his enormous efforts for the growth of the company. A feat possible only by deep learning and insight into various aspects of business, a perfect planning and a thorough perception of business arena globally. Started his career in the early 1970’s by importing world renowned perfumery and cosmetics products from France. Establisher of the business house, AL HAWAJ, the leading name and market leader in the field of luxury retail business in Kingdom of Bahrain. Mr. Abdulwahab has a long business association with most of the leading French perfumery and cosmetics companies and has maintained a very cordial business and personal relationships with almost all of the leading French businessmen in his field of activity. Al Hawaj has been an active representative of French products in the nation since the last five decades and still continues to pursue it further.
EXPERIENCE
Director & General Manager
Al Hawaj Group
Establsihed in 1942, is one of the most eminent business groups in Kingdom of Bahrain. The Group deals predomoinantly in retail and wholesale business in Luxury Business segment, handling perfumery, cosmetics, watches & accessories, crystals, luggages and high end fashion
Director
Azadea Group, Kingdom of Bahrain
Premier fashion and life style retail company that owns and operates more than worlds 45 leading international franchise concepts across the Middleast and North Africa. Alhawaj group has partnered with Azaded group for the operations in Kingdom of Bahrain since the year 1999.
Director
Techno Blue Trading, Kingdom of Bahrain
Est in the year 2003, Techno Blue is the sole distributors for SAMSUNG Home Appliances & Consumer Electronics in Kingdom of Bahrain.
Director
Master Tech Trading Co SPC
Est in the year 2014, Master Tech is engaged in electronics business with brands TCL.Hitachi, Fagor, Ariston...etc to name a few.
Managing Director
Zummorod Trading Co WLL
Manufacturing and retail business of high end Abayat studded with SWAROVSKI crystals.
Summary
Mr. Al Khaja had received multiple academic honours and Awards, such as: Ministry of Education Honor for Higher Studies Awarded by H.H. The Amir of Bahrain in 1986, Crown Prince Award for Best Scientific Engineering Research in 1995 and Presidential Award of The Arab Council of Admission and Registration For Universities in The Arab Countries, Kuwait, 1993.
Mr. Al Khaja’s memberships devitrify between the following societies and organizations: American Concrete Institute, U. S. A., Bahrain Society of Engineers, Concrete Society, London, Society of Academics, Bahrain, Arab Council of Admission & Registration Organization for Universities in The Arab Countries, Kuwait. He is the chairman of the Board of Trustees of two educational institutions: Ibn Al-Haytham and Applied Science University. Also, he is a member of the Board of Directors in Al-Falah School
EXPERIENCE
Gulf Educational Projects W.L.L - Managing Director - Board of Directors
2014 – Present
The company owns one of the first private universities in Bahrain, Applied Science University.
Applied Science University – President
September 2004 – 2014
Established by Mr. Waheeb Al Khaja in 2004
Department of Technological Studies, College of Postgraduate Studies, Arabian Gulf University - Faculty Member
October 1986 - August 2004
Established in 1979 in Bahrain to support the human development needs of the GCC countries
Leeds University, U.K. - Researcher
September 1982 - October 1986
One of the largest higher education institutions in the UK and part of the Russell Group of leading universities.
Gulf Petrochemical Industrial Company - Project Engineer
July 1981 - August 1982
The only petrochemical producing company headquartered in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Ahmed Mohammed Amin Alkhaja & Sons – BoD Member
Established in the Kingdom of Bahrain in 1968 and it operates as a holding company of multiple companies in the industries of industrial services, property, contracting, maintenance, wrought iron and marble.
EXPERIENCE
Chairman - Almoayyed International Group
Vice Chairman - National Finance House BSC ©
Director - Y.K. Almoayyed & Sons BSC ©
Director - Almoayyed Contracting Group
Director - Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Director - BMMI
Director - Banader Hotels Company BSC
Director - Mirai Restaurant WLL
Director - Bayader Company Restaurant Management
Director - INJAZ Bahrain
SUMMARY
Mrs. Sonya Janahi is a business woman known for pioneering and executing business and marketing strategies for a number of companies. She has over 25 years of experience in banking, telecom, investment, hospitality, food and beverages sectors as well as the fields of retail, investment and real estate. She holds a Master’s Degree in Strategic Marketing from Hull University, in the United Kingdom. Her long experience in finance, administration, HR & IT consultancies, architecture, interior design and construction adds a great value to the Bahrain Chamber where she also holds senior advisory positions as a member of its Board. One of Mrs. Janahi attributes is focusing on investment structuring for the purpose of expansion of current business models in addition to the establishment of new concepts. She also has expertise in analysis and evaluation of business models and accordingly submit the recommendations for board approvals.
She is widely commended for her entrepreneurial spirit; she is sought to make a difference as an enabler of change, advocating for the region’s MSME sector using her own story of achievements, therefore, stimulating progress in the realm of entrepreneurship as well as to women progression. She is the first Arab women to become a deputy member of the international Labor Organization, board member of Bahrain Social Insurance Organization and a member of the board of trustee of Ra’edat.
With a distinguished career that spans over two decades in various industries, Mrs. Janahi applies her expertise to strategically diversify and evolve the family business into international territories beyond the Kingdom of Bahrain through best-in-class partnerships, mergers and acquisitions.
Mrs. Janahi is a member of “Smile” Initiative, which supports children with cancer. Additionally, she has established a charity family business organization called “Bait Mamy”.
EXPERIENCE
2005 – Present
A holding company created for the purpose of developing and supporting unique and innovative concepts in the global market while identifying new opportunities in the region, such as: Maya La Chocolaterie & Maya Delices.
Responsibilities and achievements
2008 – 2018
A Joint Venture with Arabtec construction company of the United Arab Emirates exclusively for the Kingdom of Bahrain’s market.
Responsibilities and achievements
2002 – 2014
A company that offers financial services and is licensed by Central Bank of Bahrain. It was established in 2002.
Responsibilities and achievements
1998 - 2001
A leading financial group, headquartered in the Kingdom of Bahrain with an international presence in Kuwait, India, the UAE, and Turkey. It was established in 1971 and remained for 50 years as the pioneer in commercial banking.
Responsibilities and achievements
1989 – 1994
The principal telecommunications company in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Responsibilities and achievements
Summary
A Bahraini businesswoman and board member of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Ms. Batool primarily aims at advancing the economy of the Kingdom of Bahrain, representing it effectively and honorably in Gulf and international economic entities, consolidating trade relations and attracting more trade.
Familiar with the requirements of the labor market in the Kingdom of Bahrain and several other countries. Ms. Batool has administrative skills that qualified her for the administrative positions that she currently occupies.
She has Passion and experience in the field of fashion. In the constant company of her father, Muhammad Dadabhai, in numerous forums and economic and political conferences, her relations with eminent personalities in India and the Kingdom of Bahrain were strengthened.
Knowledge of the obstacles and difficulties that merchants may face in general and alternative plans that can be relied upon when stumbling over very difficult economic conditions, alongside experience in property management and development and experience in property management and development in the Republic of India.
Ms. Batool's accomplishments include Speaking and representing the Women Economic Forum in the State of India in the Delhi region. Participation in several fashion exhibitions held in the Emirate of Dubai and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Riyadh. Participation in a fashion exhibition held in July 2017 in London. Participation in the Pure London exhibition held at the London Olympia exhibition grounds from July 22, 2018 to July 24, 2018.
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Al Hassanain BSC© May 2018 – Present
Group Finance – Advisor
Al Hassanain BSC is a regional GCC company specialized in the contracting of Infrastructures and Marine work.
Al Bustani Group Sept 2016 – Present
Executive Director
The Group is specialized in the Wholesale Imports and Trading of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, Warehousing and Real Estate.
BENEFIT (Bahrain Electronic Network for Financial Transactions) – March 2021 – Present
Independent Director
GARMCO (Gulf Aluminum Rolling Mill B.S.C.(c) – Sept 2019 - Present
Independent Director
Ahli United Bank B.S.C. May 2001 – 5th July 2015 Deputy Group CEO- Private Banking & Wealth Management (PBWM)
Deputy Group CEO, PBWM (July 2008 to 5th July 2015), Group Head of PBWM (April 2007 to June 2008), Regional Head of PBWM (April 2005 to March 2007), Head of Private Banking & Premium Banking (April 2003 – March 2005), and Head of Private Banking and Investments Services (May 2001 to March 2003)
Standard Chartered Bank (Bahrain) August 2000 – May 2001 Head of Wealth Management
Primary responsibility in leading the Priority banking team, Investments services and Head quarter branch with the objective of meeting the bank’s growth objective in this business.
Citibank (Bahrain) - August 1992 – July 2000
Resident Vice President - Consumer Banking & Wealth Management
Primary responsibilities in managing:
ASRY (Arab Shipbuilding & Repair Yard Co.) - August 1990 – July 1992 Managerial Accountant
A member of a team responsible for Budgeting, Accounting and Investments handling.
Ahli United Bank UK (PLC) March 2009 - 5th July 2015
Director
Securities & Investment Company (SICO), April 2008 - 5 July 2015
Member of the Board of Directors & Vice Chairperson of the Investment Committee. Earlier Chairperson of the Audit Committee.
The Family Bank; October 2009 - 5th July 2015
Member of the Board and Nomination & Remuneration Committee (earlier Executive Committee)
Central Bank of Bahrain: Deposit Protection Board; July 2014-Aug 2015
Member of the Board of Directors
Summary
Mr. Nawaf Al Zayani adds to Bahrain Chamber a large experience and connections with the international markets. From consultancy and automotive to real-state and investments, he has a rich knowledge in diverse fields. Mr. Al Zayani succeeded in establishing partnerships with numerous international companies to provide the local market with outstanding services and exceptional products.
Throughout the long years Mr. Al Zayani has spent chairing Al Zayani Al Zayani Investments B.S.C. (closed), he expands aspects of new connections with regional and international companies in order to gain mutual benefits and economic returns. He is investing in multiple fields, such as: industry, banking, automobile distribution, property, hotels and services.
Mr. Al Zayani is always open to new opportunities which aspires to develop businesses between the Kingdom of Bahrain and other countries from all around the world. He has a strong belief that utilizing strengths of partnerships can pave the way to achieve sustainable and mutual economic growth and advanced investment.
EXPERIENCE
Al Zayani Investments B.S.C. (closed) - Chairman
2014 – Present
It is a diversified business company, established in 1977, with investments in various Sectors from automotive, and healthcare to manufacturing and real estate.
First Motors W.L.L. - Managing Director
2014 – Present
The Official Distributer for Hyundai & Genesis in the Kingdom of Bahrain
Al Zayani Investments W.L.L. - Deputy Managing Director
1998 – 2009
Avis Rent A Car – Bahrain Commercial Services W.L.L. - Business Development Manager
1995 – 1998
One of the leading companies in Bahrain which offers leasing services.
Institution for Social & Economic Policy in Middle East - Trainee Associate & Coordinator
1994 – 1995
SUMMARY
Mr. Ahmed Yusuf Ali is a businessman with a long experience in the construction and real estate fields. He adds a great value to the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry with his long-standing career in supporting and executing creative and unique national real estate projects as well as proposing new future-oriented ideas in the same sector. He has a rich record of outstanding production results within many challenging situations.
He established three real estate and engineering companies, inspired by his firm determination to maintain the high level of performance at all times and developing businesses by assessing opportunities and risks as well as providing innovative solutions for urgent challenges. Moreover, he has excellent skills in dealing with clients as well as helping with redirecting and achieving goals successfully despite any circumstances.
He has a strong ability of planning and organizing practical and administrative duties while managing multiple projects at one time and meeting all scheduled deadlines. He believes in the importance of constant education and continuity of self-development to achieve all aspired goals.
Mr. Ali is well known for being distinctive through volunteering projects, community partnership and sustainable development of the society. He is an active member of multiple committees, such as: Real Estate & Construction Committee, The Coordinating Group for Permanent Committees, Strategic Thinking Committee as well as Labour Market Regulatory Authority Study in Bahrain Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Real Estate & Construction Committee (Focus Committee) in Tamkeen, National Events Committee in Northern Governorate, Public Relations Committee in Bahrain Family Business Association and Real Estate & Construction Committee to develop SMEs. Also, he is a member of Bahrain Development of SMEs’ Society and The ASEAN Bahrain Council as well as a member and representative of people in the Northern Governorate Coordination Council.
EXPERIENCE
2020 – Present
A company that provides architectural consultations as well as design and concept creation services.
Responsibilities & Achievements
2008 – Present
One of the leading holding companies in the Kingdom of Bahrain in construction and real estate sectors.
Responsibilities & Achievements
2003 – Present
A company that covers all different aspects of construction work including the complete design, concept, building and maintenance.
Responsibilities & Achievements
2000 – 2003
A reinsurer company founded in 1980 by the governments of Kuwait, Libya and the United Arab Emirates. It is the largest Arab owned reinsurer company that offers a broad range of products and services.
Responsibilities & Achievements
1997 – 2000
The Kingdom of Bahrain’s first locally owned bank established in 1957.
Responsibilities & Achievements
SUMMARY
Yaqoob is a highly energetic and dynamic C Level Executive with strong Entrepreneur skills and possess broad Information and Communications Technology (ICT) business knowledge and background spanning 33 years.
Served in different Senior Executive & C Level roles for regional and MC's and IT Systems Integration Companies & Telco's in GCC and ME and has very strong customer relationship in Bahrain, Kuwait and KSA.
He served in several regional IT Banking & Finance Solutions Svstems Integration Co, i.e. International Turnkey Systems in Qatar, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as well as Case Technologies in UK/UAE & Gulf International Bank Bahrain.
Served as GM Enterprise Sales in Batelco Bahrain, and CEO in Batelco Subsidiary Saudi Arabia, COO Batelco Jordan and CEO of Batelco Subsidiary (Arabian Network) in Bahrain prior to forming his own business.
Possess strong leadership and team playing skills with diverse cross-functional roles in Sales, Marketing, New Business Development, and Product Development, People management, Finance and General Management discipline.
Served in different modes of operation both in start-up and transformation mode of operation in competitive markets across the region and vast local and regional corporate customer and vendor network globally. Mr. Alawadhi role was instrumental in turning around Batelco Subsidiary I in Riyadh Saudi Arabi to profit after 4 years of loss and developed strong skills in such modes of operation.
Experience