Ramesh Prabhakar

Ramesh Prabhakar founded the Rivoli Group in 1988 with a single store specialising in high-end watches.

Under his stewardship, the Dubai-based retail group has expanded significantly, establishing a solid presence in the UAE, Oman, Qatar and Bahrain.

Today, Rivoli boasts a diverse portfolio that includes more than 100 brands in watches, eyewear, writing instruments, and leather accessories. The world’s biggest watch company, Swatch, is a shareholder in Rivoli.

Over the years, Rivoli has continued to innovate and adapt to changing market dynamics by expanding its online offerings, ensuring that customers can access its products worldwide.

The group’s retail business in jewellery, watches, eyewear, and accessories features premium brands such as Longines, Balmain, Gucci, Dior, Montblanc, and Swarovski.

Prabhakar leads Rivoli’s strong workforce of more than 1,600 employees that serve different markets across the Middle East and the GCC.