Abdulla Bin Sougat - Chairman and CEO
Abdulla Bin Hamad Bin Sougat is a visionary Emirati entrepreneur renowned for his innovative leadership and commitment to cultural and economic development. Raised among the majlises of the UAE’s founding leaders, Abdulla was instilled early on with the values of service, diplomacy, and community stewardship. Drawing inspiration from his father, a respected businessman and poet, Abdulla developed a unique blend of commercial insight and cultural refinement.
He was the founder of DIFC Lifestyle, a pioneering destination that transformed Dubai International Financial Centre into a hub for luxury dining and the arts. Throughout his career, Abdulla has launched ventures that reimagine real estate, retail, and lifestyle through a forward-thinking lens, shaping spaces that enrich the human experience.
Passionate about empowering individuals, Abdulla believes people are the foundation of every successful institution. He actively fosters talent, invests in innovative projects, and promotes a balanced lifestyle rooted in excellence, tradition, and continuous growth.
Balu Bhaskar - Chief Financial Officer
Balu Bhaskar - Chief Financial Officer
Balu Bhaskar - Chief Financial Officer
With over 23 years of diverse experience across FMCG, retail, F&B, real estate, and consulting sectors both within and outside the GCC, Balu Bhaskar brings deep financial expertise and operational insight to the leadership team at AHBS Investments. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (Finance and Systems) from a premier
With over 23 years of diverse experience across FMCG, retail, F&B, real estate, and consulting sectors both within and outside the GCC, Balu Bhaskar brings deep financial expertise and operational insight to the leadership team at AHBS Investments. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (Finance and Systems) from a premier business school in India. He is a certified professional in SAP R/3 FI and MM EHP, accredited by SAP Germany.
In addition to his MBA, he holds a postgraduate qualification in Financial and Cost Accounting. His career spans multinational environments where he has led finance transformations, optimised business systems, and driven financial strategy across complex organisations. His cross-functional experience and strong systems acumen make him a vital asset in driving sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Ali Al Ramahi - Director
Balu Bhaskar - Chief Financial Officer
Balu Bhaskar - Chief Financial Officer
A business transformation leader with a proven track record of launching and scaling ventures across diverse sectors. As Director at AHBS Investments, he brings a strategic mindset and a deep passion for driving innovation, cross-border growth, and long-term value creation.
Ali specialises in identifying high-potential opportunities, build
A business transformation leader with a proven track record of launching and scaling ventures across diverse sectors. As Director at AHBS Investments, he brings a strategic mindset and a deep passion for driving innovation, cross-border growth, and long-term value creation.
Ali specialises in identifying high-potential opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and delivering operational excellence. His work is guided by a strong commitment to community well-being, digital innovation, and sustainable business models. Under his leadership, AHBS Investments actively supports ventures that contribute to the UAE’s evolving economic landscape and position the region for global competitiveness.