After college, Alabbar began his career with the
Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates as a banking manager. During his career, Alabbar established a close relationship with
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai, where he later became one of Sheikh Mohammed's chief economic advisers. Alabbar worked with Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to improve the development and growth of both Dubai's tourism industry and global reputation. He has overseen the expansion of Emaar Properties into various sectors including residential, retail, and hospitality. Alabbar also established RSH, a Singapore-based company specializing in marketing, distributing, and retailing international fashion brands, where he continues to be a significant shareholder. Through his company, Alabbar Enterprises, he acquired stakes in luxury fashion retailer
YOOX Net-a-Porter. Additionally, he is the founder and chairman of Africa Middle East Resources (AMER) and serves as the chairman of Tradewinds Corporation, a Malaysian company focused on leisure and hospitality. Mohamed Alabbar is also involved in the construction of
Dubai Creek Tower. In a major update, he has said that Dubai Creek Tower, which was supposed to be the world’s tallest tower, is now being redesigned as ‘Female Burj Khalifa.’
Board memberships Alabbar chairs
Eagle Hills, a
UAE-based real estate development company. He served on the board of Emaar Malls until 2021 when the company merged with Emaar Properties. Alabbar also sits on the board of Noor Investment Group, an affiliate of
Dubai Group. He is on the board of trustees of the American University of Sharjah and the FII Institute in the KSA. He is also the Chairman of Zand, Dubai's first digital bank that aims to cater to retail and corporate clients. == References ==