CEO Today Global Awards 2025 - 44 - - KUWAIT - When we expanded into investment, insurance, and banking, we managed to convert the Kuwait real estate bank, acquired by us, into a new Islamic bank with modern ideas and systems, which is now the Kuwait International Bank. In the hospitality sector, we managed to upgrade the business since we started in the early 70’s with the first Crowne Plaza in all of Middle East Kuwait. Then, the business was only local and limited services and thereafter developed into many brands under the IHG umbrella within the local and regional markets. Another contribution in the food and beverage industry was the exclusive French brand ‘Fauchon’ in Kuwait. In the industry sector, we developed the water and beverage industry, previously the Canada Dry rebranded as ABC (Arabian Beverages Company). Today, we are one of the leading beverage companies in the Kuwait market, bottled wellness and mineral water, juices and dairy products. In the travel and tourism sector, we transformed the idea of ordinary ticketing business into a complete service provider to owning the largest cargo division and IATA and non-IATA offices. The Bukhamseen Aviation Group was awarded ‘Kuwait’s Leading Airline GSA 2024 of “Leading Airline GSA in Kuwait for 2024” from the renowned World Travel Awards (WTA). Our solutions range from full agency for renowned airlines and international chains in resorts and holidays. Our idea was to upgrade the business from direct consumers to international business owners and agencies based on a B2B model. The Bukhamseen Group Holding Company is one of the major partners in the largest steel factories in Kuwait, Unisteel. From very humble beginnings, the company has expanded into three factories currently in stage 3. Our partnership with Unisteel has led to many pioneering developments and revolutionized the Kuwaiti industrial market. We contribute towards the economy both financially and in the service sectors considering the nationalization factor and try to accommodate both and help Kuwaitis and nationalities in other communities to participate in decision making process. Could you discuss your involvement in international conferences and on the international stage, and how these experiences have impacted your approach to business leadership? As the Vice Chairman & CEO of Bukhamseen Group Holding Company, my involvement in international conferences and engagements on the global stage has been one of the most valuable aspects of my leadership journey. These experiences have greatly influenced both my personal approach to leadership and the strategic direction of the company. As a board member, consultant and advisor for boards in the Kuwait Banking Association, World Union of Arab Bankers, International Federation of Journalists, Kuwait Clearing Company, Bahrain Kuwait Insurance Company and the College of Business Economics-American
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