Mishal Kanoo
Chairman, Kanoo Group
Kanoo, who is based out of Dubai, is chair of the Kanoo Group, one of the largest family-owned conglomerates in the region.
The company, which was established in 1890, has business interests across the Gulf region with products and services ranging from shipping, travel, machinery, logistics, property, oil and gas, power, chemicals, engineering and training, among others.
Kanoo has always advocated corporate philanthropy, supporting the arts, education, social welfare and other important issues. He is also a sought-after speaker at conferences and summits.