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Pride Holding · Dubai

Building Lasting Value Since 1987

Pride Holding is a proprietary investment and business-building group headquartered in Dubai. Since 1987, we have identified, funded and built businesses across real estate, hospitality, retail, energy, technology and consultancy, with a presence in 43 countries across five continents.

  • Established 1987Building since 1987
  • Presence in 43 countriesAcross five continents
  • Diversified across six sectorsReal estate to energy
  • Headquartered in DubaiUnited Arab Emirates

About Pride Holding

Pride Holding is a privately owned, proprietary investment and business-building group headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Since 1987, the Group has grown through a decentralised operating model into a substantial portfolio of owned assets and businesses spanning real estate, hospitality, retail, energy, technology and consultancy.

Our people, our customer focus, our commitment to innovation and our sustainable approach to management have underpinned the Group's growth for nearly four decades.

Company Profile
Professionals in a modern office overlooking the city

Our Approach

Pride Holding is a proprietary investment and business-building group. We commit our own capital to businesses we believe in, and we take an active, hands-on role in building them.

  1. Identify

    We identify opportunities in sectors and markets where we can create lasting value.

  2. Invest

    We fund each venture with the Group's own capital, as owner and shareholder.

  3. Build

    We build the business: its leadership, operations, brand and people.

  4. Transform

    We drive change management and transformation to strengthen performance, governance and growth.

  5. Hold or Exit

    We hold businesses for the long term or, when the time is right, exit through a sale.

Our capital

Pride Holding invests solely its own shareholders' capital. We do not manage, solicit or accept funds from the public or third-party investors, and we do not offer investment, fund management, brokerage or advisory services.

Our Approach

What Defines Us

We aim to ensure that the value created by our businesses benefits our partners, our people and the wider community.

  • Our heritage: a commitment since 1987, under the leadership of H.E. Shaikha Moaza Obaid Suhail Al Maktoum.

  • International reach: a presence in 43 countries across five continents, with regional headquarters in Europe, North America, Latin America and Asia.

  • A diversified, owned portfolio: spanning real estate, hospitality, retail, technology, energy and architecture & consultancy.

  • Continuous innovation: to stay competitive and create lasting value.

  • Responsible growth: balancing commercial success with a positive contribution to society.

Our Sectors

  • Real Estate

    D Realtors · Leader Properties · Waynad Estates

  • Hospitality

    Emarald Hotels & Resorts

  • Retail & Commercial

    Emarald Mall Calicut

  • Technology

    Leadersoft

  • Energy

    Standard Petroleum

  • Architecture & Consultancy

    COD Consultants

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People and Network

Our People

Behind every Group company is a dedicated team of professionals across our international operations, united by shared values and a commitment to excellence.

Meet Our People

Our Global Network

An extensive international network of independent representatives, affiliates and partners supports the Group's own businesses and business development, and benefits from the strength of the Pride Holding brand and network.

Explore Our Network

Our Leadership

Pride Holding is led by an experienced Board that provides clear direction and active oversight across the Group.

H.E. Shaikha Moaza Obaid Suhail Al Maktoum, Chairperson, Pride Holding

H.E. Shaikha Moaza Obaid Suhail Al Maktoum

Chairperson

Mr Aboobacker Mohammed Ali, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Pride Holding

Mr Aboobacker Mohammed Ali

Founder and Chief Executive Officer

We do not stop until the goal is achieved. Focus and integrity are the foundation of everything we build.

Global Presence

Global Headquarters in Dubai, with regional headquarters in London, Chicago, Panama City and Mumbai. With a presence in 43 countries, Pride Holding serves partners and customers worldwide.

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