UAE: Ahmed Al Qubaisi appointed CEO of Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce – News

He will play a key role in strengthening the business community and boosting the emirate’s economic growth

Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ADCCI).

Prior to joining ADCCI, Al Qubaisi held executive leadership positions in finance and investments at Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) and was a key member of the company’s leadership team. In addition, he has international experience working with BP and Ernst & Young.

ADCCI Chairman Abdulla Mohamed Al Mazrui noted that Al Qubaisi will play a key role in strengthening the business community and contributing to Abu Dhabi’s economic growth by building partnerships and facilitating engagement with the business community.

“His appointment is a testament to the Chamber’s desire to attract talent of the highest caliber who can deliver on our wise leadership’s vision to propel the emirate of Abu Dhabi as a destination of choice for businesses and a highly regarded business center on the world competitiveness map. This The strategic decision is in line with Abu Dhabi Chamber’s new three-year strategy 2023-2025, which aims to strengthen the Chamber’s position as a voice for the private sector and enhance its role as a policy advocate, network and service provider.”

Drawing on its long-standing experience in driving business transformation, Al Qubaisi’s main focus will be on building a resilient and connected business community to achieve the goals of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.

“On this occasion, we would also like to express our heartfelt thanks to our former Director-General, Mohammad Hralal Al Mairi, for his outstanding service over the years, who played a key role in driving our success. In his Under his leadership, the Chamber has launched successful projects and leading initiatives centered on excellence,” Al Mazrouei emphasized.

Newly appointed CEO Al Qubaisi said: “I am honored to be appointed CEO of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, an economic monument with a strong reputation in the local and international business community, and I look forward to building on the Chamber’s legacy.” In support and empowering the business community has laid a solid foundation. “

With over two decades of experience in business, investment and strategy, Al Qubaisi has extensive expertise complemented by an extensive network of stakeholders and regulators.

“By working hand-in-hand with the Chamber’s highly qualified and skilled team, I am confident that together we can unlock the full potential of the business and drive sustainable economic development and growth in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.” Harvard Business School Certified Corporate Director.

He has served on the boards of Abu Dhabi Electricity and Water Authority, Adnoc Distribution and Adnoc Refining, and chaired various executive committees, audit committees and finance committees. Al Qubaisi holds a Global Executive MBA from Insead Business School. He completed the Advanced Executive Leadership Program at Harvard Business School and holds certificates in Executive Leadership and Management from Oxford University and IMD Business School.