Abdallah Abu-Sheikh

Founder · Builder · Investor

About

Born in Jordan. Raised in England & China. Educated in Canada & London. Built companies across the UAE & Middle East.

Abdallah Abu-Sheikh

Founder
Builder
Investor

Abdallah Abu-Sheikh on the cover of CEO Middle East, September 2023

$500M+

Funding raised across ventures — led by Group 42.

20M+

Users reached across platforms built or acquired.

Abdallah Abu-Sheikh in traditional Emirati dress
Recognition

Awards &
Accolades

Recognised by the region's and world's most respected institutions for entrepreneurial impact and leadership.

  1. Most Influential Arabs

    Arabian Business · 150 Most Influential

    Award2025

  2. Forbes 30 Under 30

    Forbes Middle East

    Award2023

  3. Investor of the Year

    Entrepreneur Middle East · e-Business Awards

    Award2023

  4. GCC Top 50 CEOs

    Arabian Business

    Award2023

  5. Young Achiever of the Year

    Gulf Business Awards

    Award2023

  6. Top 100 Most Inspiring Leaders

    Arabian Business

    Award2023

  7. Most Influential Arabs

    Arabian Business

    Award2022

  8. Forbes Under 30 EL Gouna

    Forbes Middle East Summit

    Award2022

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