Early Life
Emad Al Muhaidib was born in Riyadh and raised in a business-oriented environment. His family was among the earliest to enter the world of commerce in the Kingdom in the mid-20th century. From a young age, he was immersed in a world shaped by discipline, entrepreneurship, and responsibility. He often accompanied his father and family members to meetings and projects, nurturing his understanding of business fundamentals and leadership.
Rise to Success
Emad is the vice chairman of the Al Muhaidib Group, a family-owned conglomerate based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The Group was founded in 1943 by his father, Abdulkadir Al Muhaidib, who initially started as a food trader before expanding into building materials and real estate. Emad and his brothers, Essam and Sulaiman, took over the business after Abdulkadir's death in 1996.
Key Business Strategies
Al Muhaidib Group invests in a wide array of sectors, including consumer products, infrastructure, construction, real estate, and finance. The Group has a substantial presence across the Food & Consumer, Industrial & Infrastructure, Real Estate and Financial Investment sectors. The Group owns shares in at least 16 publicly traded companies in Saudi Arabia and Egypt. Emad's emphasis on corporate governance and social programs has steered family fortunes toward sustainable development.
Philanthropy
Emad is involved with the Al Muhaidib Social Foundation (AMSF), the charitable investment arm of Al Muhaidib Group.