Mohammed Al Gergawi
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| Mohammed AlGergawi | |
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| Mohammed Al Gergawi(2009). | |
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| Born | Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Occupation | Politician & Businessman |
Mohammed Al Gergawi (Arabic: محمد القرقاوي) is the Chairman of Dubai Holding, a Minister of Cabinet Affairs of the Federal Government of the United Arab Emirates, and was the former Chairman of The Executive Office of the Government of Dubai. He leads the development of the UAE Federal Government Strategy and oversees its overall delivery and performance.
AlGergawi has responsibility for Dubai Holding’s[1] overall business strategy and heads a workforce of more than 34,000. AlGergawi was appointed on May 26, 2007 as the chairman of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation which has an endowment of US $ 10 billion. The foundation contributes to developing a knowledge-based society in the Arab and Muslim world by focusing on education, research and culture. It also nurtures future leaders and empowers youth to find innovative solutions to regional challenges.
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[edit] Biography
[edit] Career
AlGergawi formally held the post of Secretary General of the Executive Council of the Government of Dubai, which led the strategic planning and implementation of Dubai’s economic and social development.
[edit] Awards & recognition
Al Gergawi has received numerous honours and recognition in the UAE and the wider region, including the Moroccan Royal Order of Merit (from His Majesty King Mohammad VI of Morocco),[2] and the American Business Award from the American Business Council in Dubai.[3]
[edit] Implementaion of Initiatives
AlGergawi led and supervised the implementation of several initiatives and projects including:
Dubai International Financial Centre
Mohammed Bin Rashid Leadership Development Programme
[edit] Personal life
Al Gergawi is married with three children.[4]
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.forbes.com/2006/03/02/dubai-DPWorld-Emmar_cx_daa_0302dubai.html
- ^ AMEinfo, "'King of Morocco honours Mohammed Al Gergawi with The Royal Medal"', 1 August 2005, (http://www.ameinfo.com/65171.html)
- ^ Bloomberg Businessweek, "'Mohammed Abdulla Al Gergawi"', (http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/private/person.asp?personId=20927601&privcapId=20345321&previousCapId=12952607&previousTitle=Dubai%20Holding%20LLC)
- ^ Portfolio, Motivate Publishing, "'Dubai Holdings and Mohammad Abdulla Al Gergawi"', 30 November 2007, "(http://www.pranaygupte.com/article.php?index=605)"
