Ashraf Abuissa took over the family business with his brother Nabil at a young age. Primarily in Retail & Distribution business, the company grew to be one of the most distinguished groups with several activities and more than 100 stores in the region and more than 3000 employees. Ashraf received the “Lifetime Achievement Award 2019” from the Swiss Business Council in Qatar; The Businessman of the year by Arabian Business magazine in 2016; Ernst & Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2011. He is a founder of few NGOs and Charities like: -INJAZ Qatar - Founding Board Member -Young President’s Organization (YPO) Qatar Chapter -Founding Champion -Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF) - Vice Chairman
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