AUS Alumni CEO Club

Mohamed Juma Al Musharrkh is the CEO of the Sharjah FDI Office, also known as Invest in Sharjah, the investment promotion office operating under the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). There, Al Musharrkh held the role of MENA’S Regional Director for WAIPA from 2019 to 2021. Prior to joining Shurooq in 2012, Al Musharrkh served for seven years at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), where he held various positions in the International Affairs Department. He serves on the board of the Sharjah Investors Services Center (SAEED) and on the board of trustees at Pantheon-Assas University Paris II. Al Musharrkh holds a master’s degree in international business management from the Australian University of Wollongong in Dubai and a bachelor’s degree in international studies from AUS.

Atheeqe Ansari, a UAE-raised entrepreneur, holds a degree in business administration from AUS and an MBA from the University of Wollongong. He modernized family businesses with a disruptive approach, transforming industries like commodity trading, electrical distribution, water management and e-commerce. Starting as a broker at Emco International, he founded Electric Way in 2002, Hydro Way for sustainable water solutions and Traderz.com, an e-business platform for retailers. He is Executive Vice President of the Global Pulse Confederation, a Dubai Food Trade Advisory Group member, and a board member of the India-Middle East Agri Trade Alliance. A COP 28 panellist, Ansari advocates for food security and circular economy strategies.

Abdulla Al Majid is a dedicated professional and member of the Juma Al Majid Holding Group, managing and growing his family business. With a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, he combines his expertise in business operations with a passion for social networking. Abdulla is committed to continuing his family’s legacy while staying active and engaged in both professional and personal pursuits.

Omnia Halawani is Co-CEO and Founder of GRFN, a consultancy delivering sustainable engineering and design solutions. Her expertise covers areas such as building performance, energy efficiency, sustainability and corporate responsibility. A recognized thought leader in the industry, she also chairs the AUS Alumni CEO Club's Learning and Events Cluster. Apart from her main realm of business in the AEC industry, Halawani serves on the boards of multiple family businesses in food and beverage as well as entertainment industries.

Omar Afana graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from AUS in 2009, after which earned a Master’s in Construction Management from Concordia University and a PhD in Engineering Management from the University of Sharjah. At Fast Building Contracting, he has contributed to major governmental, commercial, residential and specialized projects in Sharjah, strengthening the company’s reputation in the UAE. A founding board member of the AUS Alumni CEO Club, Afana serves as Vice Chair of the Learning and Events Cluster, promoting teamwork, learning and professional development through events and workshops.

Engineer Talal Helali is the CEO of Hilali Industries in Sharjah and Vice Chairman of the Industrial Group at the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He previously served as Regional Technical Manager at Wacker Chemie in Munich. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and an MBA from AUS, where he also served as a lecturer. A founding member of the AUS CEO Club, Hilali currently serves as a board member and chairman of the club. He is recognized for his leadership in developing innovative cleaning products, with his brands, Brax and Poopsy, leading in the GCC market. His strategies have contributed to the growth of Hilali Industries while driving cost reductions.

Sachin Gadoya is the Co-Founder and CEO of Musafir.com, the UAE’s leading travel management company. He drives strategic growth and partnerships, expanding its presence across India, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. A UAE native, Sachin graduated from AUS with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering in 2003. Inspired by Sharjah’s innovation-driven ecosystem, he launched Musafir.com, the UAE’s first online travel agency. He also serves on the board of Cleartrip, Flyin and Gadoya Holdings, a diversified group spanning multiple industries. Actively engaged in Sharjah’s business community, he mentors young entrepreneurs, invests in tech start-ups and fosters growth in key sectors.