Top 100 Arabs 2024

42. Mohammed Alshaya

Executive Chairman, Alshaya Group

Origin: Kuwait

Residence: Kuwait

Sector: Retail

2023 Rank: 42

Alshaya has played a pivotal role in propelling the growth and expansion of the Kuwait-based conglomerate across MENA and Europe. With roots tracing back to 1890, the group now operates a diverse portfolio of over 70 brands, including household names such as Mothercare, Starbucks, Cheesecake Factory, and Victoria’s Secret, spanning the MENA region and Europe. In a demonstration of corporate social responsibility, the company partnered with the Starbucks Foundation and Starbucks Corporation to contribute around $1m towards earthquake relief efforts in Türkiye.

Olayan Mohammed Alwetaid