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Mohammed Alshaya named businessman of the year

27 Jun 2010

Arabian Business Awards recognise outstanding business achievements and praise investment in the region's retail sector

Mohammed Alshaya, Executive Chairman of M.H. Alshaya, has been named Businessman of the Year by the Arabian Business Kuwait Awards. The judges recognised Mr Alshaya's outstanding business achievements and praised Alshaya's investment in the region's retail sector.

Mohammed Alshaya said, "I am honoured to have received this prestigious award. Although I am named as the recipient, I dedicate it to all our Associates and staff and I would like to thank them all for their contribution.

"The previous 12 months have been very positive for the company. There is a real appetite for international brands from the region's increasingly cosmopolitan and discerning customer base, and we look forward to this continuing."

Alshaya owns and operates more than 1,800 franchise stores in 15 countries and employs around 18,000 people from 60 nationalities. M.H. Alshaya is one of the Middle East's leading retailers.

Company overview 

Alshaya Group is a dynamic family-owned enterprise, first established in Kuwait in 1890. With a consistent record of growth and innovation, Alshaya Group is one of the world's leading brand franchise operators, offering an unparalleled choice of well-loved international brands to customers.

Alshaya Group's portfolio extends across MENA, Türkiye and Europe, with thousands of stores, cafes, restaurants and leisure destinations, as well as a growing online and digital business.

Operating in multiple sectors including Apparel, Food, Health & Beauty, Pharmacy, Home Furnishings and Leisure & Entertainment, Alshaya Group colleagues are united by a commitment to authentically deliver great customer service and brand experiences.

Fresh, modern and relevant, Alshaya's constantly evolving portfolio reflects the choices and lifestyle of its customers. From flagship stores and restaurants in prestige malls, through to local coffee shops, drive-thrus and online, Alshaya Group brings customers the brands they love in the places they want to be. Brands such as Starbucks, H&M, Mothercare, Debenhams, American Eagle Outfitters, P.F. Chang's, The Cheesecake Factory, The Body Shop, M.A.C, Victoria's Secret, Boots, Pottery Barn and KidZania.