Born in 1944 from a noble lineage, His Excellency Ali Bin Khalfan Al Mutawa Al Dhaheri is a dignified diplomat. He has seen life’s ups and downs. Been through fiery trials and like a mighty warrior, has always emerged victorious.

The Chairman of Ali & Sons Group, His Excellency Ali Bin Khalfan, is the founder, owner and the driving force behind Ali & Sons Company LLC which he established in the year 1979.

Through his efforts, will power and wholehearted devotion, the company expanded its activities and operations by establishing new businesses within various sectors locally and abroad.

Mover & Shaker in business circles, His Excellency Ali Bin Khalfan has held several positions in the industry proving proving himself to be a leader whose dedication is incomparable and undeniably remarkable.

He has received many citations, commendations and merits in countries like Tunisia, Egypt, Morocco and Lebanon. He has also received several recognitions locally for his achievements that are par excellence.

Mr. Al Dhaheri is passionate about sailing. This passion for sailing is seen in his sense of direction, watchfulness for rough times and weathering them.


Mr. Al Dhaheri has reputation for making sound decisions in the corporate world. In a very short period of time, his extraordinary endeavors have earned him prestigious awards including those bestowed by the late President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nayhan and the late ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Rashed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum.

Awarded as the Young Business Person of the Year at the Arabian Business Achievement Awards 2008, Mr. Al Dhaheri has always been an extraordinary achiever.

Mr. Al Dhaheri is also the winner of the Ernst & Young trophy for outstanding achievement in the fields of accounting.

In addition to his role as Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Ali & Sons Group, Mr. Al Dhaheri holds a number of distinguished positions enumerated below:

Mr. Al Dhaheri is a Certified Public Accountant from California, United States and has earned his B.A. degree from Seattle Pacific University.

He is a powerhouse of energy; energy to mobilize and implement. Mr. Shamis is a man of vision with a sense of urgency in his core.

With eyes set on economic cycles and market indicators, he fearlessly takes advantage of the out-of-the-box ideas.

He has earned his Masters Degree with Honors from the prestigious University College London in Civil Engineering. His education, exposure and experience have empowered him to strategically maneuver and come out victorious even in times of adversity.

Leading from the front with a "Why not" attitude, Mr. Shamis has always seized the moment and acted with surety.

Engr. Shamis is an economic engine determined to set up a world class business empire contributing to the development and welfare of United Arab Emirates.

He is a member of Institute of Civil Engineers, England (ICE) and has been certified by the renowned Project Management Institute (PMI).

His contributions to the UAE economy were commended by the HH Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, who awarded him with a Certificate of Achievement.

A true strategist - bringing ideas from conception to reality.

Mr. Joseph Kourieh is the Administration and Human Resources Director of Ali & Sons Group. He studied at the Law Faculty in Damascus University, Syrian Arab Republic, where he graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Law. A well educated and visionary Director with sound management skills and sharp business acumen, Mr. Kourieh has a proven consistent track record of successful achievements while managing Group operations.

Mr. Kourieh has a wealth of solid experience consisting of more than 23 years with the Group, besides other senior positions at major companies in Syria. He has extensive experience in Law, Management and Human Resources.