Saleh Lootah

Lootah Holding is a dynamic and diverse holding company that oversees a portfolio of industry-leading entities, each specializing in its own area of expertise. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth has made us a trusted name in the business world.

The Harvard Business School (HBS) Club of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)” is a non-profit organization, formed by HBS alumni from various industry sectors representing over 1,400 alumni in the GCC. The HBS Club of the GCC aims to provide a vibrant platform for our diverse HBS alumni community to connect, share ideas, and contribute to the GCC countries. Through a dynamic blend of in-person and digital events, we empower our members to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Our carefully curated events feature thought-provoking speakers, insightful panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities. From industry trends to leadership insights, our gatherings offer valuable knowledge and inspiration to propel your career forward. At the HBS Club of the GCC, we believe in the power of connections. Our community is a rich tapestry of experiences, backgrounds, and expertise. By bringing together talented individuals from various industries and sectors, we create an ecosystem that encourages meaningful collaborations, mentorship, and lifelong friendships. We’re passionate about making a difference, both within our community and beyond. As a member of the HBS Club of the GCC, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to society through impactful initiatives, social responsibility projects, and partnerships with like-minded organizations.

Food & Beverage Manufacturing Business Group (FBMG) is established under the auspices of Dubai Chamber of Commerce with an objective to create a well networked platform for F&B Manufacturers, resolve industry related challenges taking the industry in UAE to greater heights. All the companies related to the Food & Beverage Industry are encouraged to become member of the Food & Beverage Manufacturing Group and contribute to the progress and development of the industry.

Since incorporation in 2008, Souq Extra LLC has developed a chain of SouqExtra! community retail centres located in Dubai, Al Ain and Fujairah, retaining 100% ownership, and direct asset and retail management. This approach continues with construction of the latest SouqExtra! centre located in Dubai Silicon Oasis and opening Q1, 2016. Souq Extra LLC has the capacity to source, plan, design, finance, structure and deliver community retail and mixed-use projects, and manage the complexities of multiple stakeholders. In 2014, Souq Extra LLC transitioned into an integrated property group, establishing an enhanced delivery strategy to deliver balanced and diversified growth.

Established in 1970, the company was founded as a result of the long relentless efforts of Hajj Saeed Bin Ahmad Lootah. Al Islami today is a trusted name catering to millions of consumers through a range of products in many Halal food categories across the UAE and the Gulf. By using the most advanced technologies in its operations, we offer high quality and nutritious real Halal products. The Al Islami Foods’ (Dubai Cooperative Society) story unfolds in the early Seventies. Today, the company stands to be a pillar of success due to the relentless dedication, untiring efforts and outstanding integrity of every Al Islami team member. By coordinating Islamic supervision on all meat products imported into the UAE, Al Islami continues to set the quality benchmark in the Halal food industry. Trusted by our consumers across the GCC region, our products are considered as quality benchmarks which made us one of the best and most preferred brands in the region

Centre Point Logistics (CPL) aims to strengthen Dubai's competitive position in the global logistics sector through innovative and proactive solutions offered to local and international third-party logistics (3PLs) providers. CPL's two million square feet logistics hub, located athird-at Jebel Ali Free Zone, offers integrated logistics support services from warehousing, transportation, technical and skilled labor, to equipment, and other operations management. Enabling 3PLs to provide their multi-national customers with world-class services in the region through an unprecedented "Open Architecture Model" CPL aims to forge strategic partnerships across the logistics industry to save resources, time and money while adding value to partners and clients through enhanced efficiency and competitiveness.

The Lootah Group has a proud history spanning over five decades. In that time the company has left an indelible mark across a wide range of industries in which it operates. These include engineering, banking, food and education to name but a few. Since the inception of the Group, Lootah Real Estate Development has acted as the pioneering real estate development arm. Through a culture of excellence and an unswerving commitment to provide the very highest standards of living, Lootah Group’s 6,000+ employees have not only achieved, but exceeded, the most ambitious goals. Already over 1,000 units have been delivered to satisfied occupants, with many more planned for the future. Lootah Real Estate Development successfully launched Ewan Residences in Dubai Investment park and Shamal Residences in Jumeriah Village Circle. Ewan Residences, comprises 79 buildings with up to 12 apartments in each block. The apartment blocks have been designed in a unique manner to make them affordable to small, medium and large companies in Dubai. Ewan Residences is a secure, gated community with beautifully landscaped gardens, a state-of-the-art recreation centre, swimming pools, jogging track, and community facilities that include play areas for children throughout the complex.