The conqueror

Jad Ballout, 30

Co-owner and CEO, Electric Bing Sutt co-owner and beverage director, Central Station, Lebanon

Qualifications

BA Hospitality Management

Place of Study

American University of Science and Technology, Lebanon

First job

Commis chef

Motto

“Always lead and never follow.”

Ultimate goal in life

“Establish a global portfolio of leading, subculture-driven F&B concepts.”

Advice for the next generation

“Hard work alone is never enough. Creativity and solid strategy will always win in the end.”