College of Administration and Economics at Qatar University organises ‘Maserti’ event

College of Administration and Economics at Qatar University organises ‘Maserti’ event

Ahmed al-Khalaf, CEO of the Global Company for Project and Food Development, and Dr Rana Sobh, dean of the College of Business and Economics, during the event.

The College of Administration and Economics at Qatar University (QU) has hosted Ahmed al-Khalaf, CEO of the Global Company for Project and Food Development.

Al-Khalaf is one of Qatar’s leading businessmen and philanthropists with over 50 years of experience in a number of diverse sectors, including food security, construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, education, medical and real estate investments, and food development.

The exclusive event, part of the ‘Maserti’ meaning ‘My Career Journey’ series, provided a unique opportunity for students and faculty members to gain valuable insights into al-Khalaf's illustrious professional journey.

Dr Rana Sobh, dean of the College of Business and Economics, welcomed the attendees and introduced al-Khalaf, emphasising the importance of his journey and the inspiration it can offer to students pursuing their educational and professional paths.

Al-Khalaf recounted his humble beginnings as a young entrepreneur at the age of 10, where he ventured into selling vegetables at local markets, honing his negotiation skills. “I’ve dabbled in nearly every trade, from vegetables and poultry to eggs. I even secured the agency for a company from socialist