The Middle East’s

1. Ahmed Galal Ismail

Designation: CEO
Company: Majid Al Futtaim Holding
Established: 1992
Country: UAE
Category: Family Businesses

In 2026, Majid Al Futtaim obtained global sustainability LEED or Estidama certifications across 23 of its fully owned shopping malls. It has also been developing a group-wide decarbonization program since 2025, having commissioned ASHRAE Level 2 energy audits for 22 assets in five countries to improve energy efficiency and scaled its renewable energy capacity to 6.2% of its total group-wide electricity consumption. Ismail assumed his current role in 2023. He is a member of the World Economic Forum’s International Business Council and the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders.