Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor: The Autobiography is the extraordinary
story of the Chairman of one of the world's biggest business
powerhouses, Al Habtoor Group of Companies. Born of simple
means with modest early ambitions, his destiny took him far
beyond his wildest imaginations.
Guided by principle, unflinching self-belief and a bold ability to
take risks, Khalaf Al Habtoor saw adversity as a dare to rise up,
bigger and wiser than before. In this book he recounts his successes,
failures and the many lessons learned through experience. Having
lived through some of the most crucial moments in history, Khalaf
Al Habtoor recalls his life against the backdrop of momentous
world affairs.
Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor: The Autobiography is the provoking and
inspiring chronicle of the life of a man who predicted his future
simply by envisioning it.
Key Features
• Witty, unapologetically frank and refreshingly sincere, Khalaf
Ahmad Al Habtoor is a force to be reckoned with.
• The book is filled with amusing and vibrant characters, making it
an inspiring as well as an animated read.
• The birth of the UAE Federation, the Gulf War and the 9/11
attacks are just some of the events he records, making the book a
starting point for much-needed political and social debate.
• The foreword to the book is written by President Jimmy Carter.
About the Author
Khalaf Al Habtoor is the Chairman of Al Habtoor Group of
Companies and is an influential figure in the UAE, throughout the
business community and among members of the ruling family. He
began his career as an employee in a local construction firm, and in
1970, he established his own company, Al Habtoor Engineering,
which became the foundation of Al Habtoor Group. 190 photographs - from Amzon