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Another towering figure is Lubna Olayan, a trailblazing businesswoman from Saudi
Arabia. As the CEO of Olayan Financing Company, she has shattered glass ceilings
and paved the way for women in the male-dominated world of finance and investment.
Olayan’s commitment to corporate governance, innovation, and social responsibility has
not only propelled her own company to success but has also inspired a new generation
of female entrepreneurs in the Arab world.

In the realm of technology and entrepreneurship, Ronaldo Mouchawar has indeed left
an indelible mark. As the co-founder of souq.com (acquired by Amazon in 2017), he
revolutionised the digital retail landscape in the Middle East, providing a platform for
communication, collaboration, and commerce. His pioneering efforts laid the
groundwork for the region’s burgeoning retail and e-commerce startup ecosystem,
catalysing innovation and fostering entrepreneurship across borders.

Chairman and CEO of Emirates Airline and Group Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al
Maktoum has played a pivotal role in shaping Dubai’s economic landscape. His
leadership in establishing Emirates and Dubai Aerospace Enterprise has propelled the
emirate onto the global stage. With a blend of innovation and strategic foresight, he
continues to drive growth, fostering prosperity and connectivity for Dubai and beyond.

These exemplary leaders demonstrate the spirit of innovation, resilience, and leadership
that defines Arab entrepreneurship. Their success stories serve as beacons of
inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs, symbolising the transformative power of vision,
determination and hard work in overcoming obstacles and achieving greatness in the
world of business. As they continue to chart new frontiers and push the boundaries of
possibility, their legacy will endure as a testament to the enduring impact of Arab
entrepreneurship on the global stage.

100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS

Abdallah Sultan Al Owais Khaldoon Al Mubarak

Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair Jassem Alzaabi

Abdulaziz Al-Sowailim Khaled Al Huraimel

Abdulla Al Khalifa Lubna Olayan

Abdullah Albader Mahdi Amjad

Abdulnasser Bin Kalban Maryam Buti Al Suwaidi

Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh Michel Ayat

Abdulwahab Iesa Alrushood Mohamed Alabbar

Adel Ali Mohamed Al Hammadi

https://www.arabianbusiness.com/powerlists/100-most-influential-arabs-2024