Forbes' Top 100 CEOs In The Middle East 2023

I am truly humbled to be named among the Top 100 CEOs in the Middle East by Forbes Middle East for the third consecutive year. This is much more than just a personal accolade, and would not be achievable without the support of our customers, partners, and of course, my incredible team of Al Masaood Automobiles Falcons.

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INFINITI's Inaugural Global Award

I am incredibly proud that Al Masaood Automobiles has been awarded the INFINITI Global Award, becoming the first-ever dealer in the region to receive this prestigious accolade.

Undoubtedly, this commendation comes after a lot of hard work from the team, and relentless dedication that resulted in our overperformance across all operations: sales, aftersales, and customer service.

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Revving Up for Change: Pioneering a Sustainable Shift in the Automotive Industry

In the dynamic landscape of sustainability, the automotive industry refuses to stand still. Embracing change, innovation, and a profound shift in perspective, we're witnessing an automotive revolution. Players within the industry are on a relentless pursuit of Electric Innovation, the adoption of Circular Economy practices, and a steadfast commitment to responsible operations. Together, we're driving towards a future that's not just sustainable but ensures a better world for generations to come.

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Live Commentary on Boursat Al Alam Program - CNBC Arabia

What’s the latest update in the automotive industry? Will car prices go up again with global inflation? Are EVs really the future of mobility?
 
All these trending topics were at the heart of my conversation with May Ben Khadra and Hussein Sayed, CFA on their program Boursat Al Alam, on CNBC Arabia.

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My Views on the Future of Mobility

I recently joined automotive experts in our region in sharing our vision of the future of mobility, through an article in Gulf Business Magazine. In the article, I highlight how future mobility does not only revolve around cars – but more around solutions that are innovative, sustainable, efficient, and convenient. In a nutshell – solutions that are smart and green.

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Interview with CNBC Arabia

I had the pleasure of meeting CNBC Arabia's talented May Ben Khadra, for an interesting conversation on her show ‘CEO Talks’. In our discussion we touched upon a myriad of trending topics in the automotive and business landscape in the UAE and region.

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Al Masaood Launches Its Inaugural Sustainability Report

In today's world, sustainability is a non-negotiable aspect of every responsible company. That’s why I’m happy to share the launch of Al Masaood’s Sustainability Report 2020-2022. We all recognise that sustainability framework must be at the core of everything we do, and Al Masaood Automobiles has offered its contribution to Al Masaood’s sustainability journey.

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Winning the Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award

Al Masaood Automobiles has been awarded the prestigious Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award (SKEA) on our very first submission. Presented to us by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, the SKEA award is part of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI), and is based on the internationally recognized European Foundation of Quality Management (EFQM) framework.

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Futuristic Strategy For Automotive Dealers

My team at Al Masaood Automobiles recently completed a six-month exercise aimed at developing the strategy for the upcoming term. The implementation of this strategy is expected to steer the dealership toward a fresh business direction that prioritizes innovation at its core and encourages a reevaluation of their business practices.

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What Makes Aftersales in a Dealership a Winning One

Aftersales service was, is, and will remain a segment with enormous revenue potential in businesses. For dealerships, It is the real-owned product that they offer to customers. Consumers of today want an individualized or personalized experience and quite often, they will cut off companies because of appalling service, and the willingness to leave one dealership to do business with another has never been higher. 

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How Leadership Has Changed Over Generations

Years back, mobile phones were still a rarity, people could only dream of self-driving cars, very few people would have considered buying a car online and for many, the internet was only just catching on. Closer home, the UAE was sparsely developed but over the years, there has been an explosion in the number of skyscrapers — and they keep getting taller. Decades later, it's obvious how much the world has changed. And so has leadership.

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Interview with Bloomberg HT

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Ersoy Erkazanci of Bloomberg HT where we discussed the future of mobility and the transition of the automotive industry to sustainability. During the interview, I highlighted the transformation that the sector is witnessing and how these forces are giving rise to four disruptive technology-driven trends in the automotive segment.

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The Important Role of Brands in Sports

The sports industry has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade. As part of this expansion, brands and organizations are increasing their desire to encourage the emergence of healthier young generations through the sponsorship of sporting platforms.

Sports is no longer just a phenomenon, lifestyle, or trend; it is a transformation in our culture with powerful societal benefits. In this region and specifically in the UAE, sporting platforms have become an important part of improved health and wellness, building team spirit, and engaging in meaningful lifestyle activation for the communities.

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Automotive Trends to Look For in 2022

Change has always been part of the core culture for the automotive industry. The world is witnessing one of the most interesting evolutions in the make and sales of automotive vehicles. Customer preferences are changing year on year. The need for smart and sustainable mobility solutions is growing by the day. Technology is accelerating, and new market opportunities are emerging. The industry is not maturing but transforming into a new space of mobility offerings.

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