Shamlal Ahamed MP serves as the Managing Director of international operations and is also the son of M.P. Ahammed, the founder of Malabar Gold.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Shamlal Ahamed hails from India, born to M.P. Ahammed. While his mother’s name remains undisclosed, details about his birthdate, spouse, zodiac sign, hobbies, and his affiliation with a Muslim family are not publicly available.
EDUCATION
Shamlal Ahamed originates from Kozhikode, located in the Malabar region of Southern India. During his college years, he displayed a strong aptitude for technology and chose to pursue a degree in Computer Science at the University of Calicut (formerly known as Kozhikode University). Nevertheless, his aspiration was always to become a part of the family enterprise. In 2008, Shamlal Ahamed embarked on a journey to the UAE to spearhead the expansion of the business within the Middle East region.
CAREER
Malabar Gold’s journey commenced in 1993 as a modest shop in Kerala, and today it boasts a remarkable turnover of $4.5 billion, a dedicated workforce of 13,000 employees, and a widespread presence with over 200 outlets spanning across 10 different countries.
Shamlal Ahamed is at the helm of Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ International Operations, overseeing a robust retail network comprising more than 156 outlets situated across nine countries. Furthermore, the company boasts 10 wholesale units, along with offices, design centers, and factories strategically located across India, the Middle East, and the Far East. As of 2016, the company achieved an impressive annual turnover of $4 billion, securing a place among the world’s top five jewelry retailers. Shamlal Ahamed has earned recognition as one of the prominent business leaders from Kerala in the Middle East.
Furthermore, as reported by Emirates 24/7, Shamlal Ahamed revealed the company’s ambitious development strategy, which involves both expanding into new markets and solidifying its presence in key growth markets such as India, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.
Recognizing the Middle East’s potential, the organization has embarked on an extensive regional expansion initiative. The group already has a presence in the Far East with three outlets in Singapore and two in Malaysia. Moreover, the group is actively exploring opportunities for expansion in Hong Kong and Indonesia within the next two years. Additionally, the company has plans to establish its presence in European markets, commencing with the UK and the US.
