Indian Visionaries 2025: Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director, Lulu Financial Holdings His efforts to combine business growth with positive social impact have made him a respected figure in both the financial and philanthropic communities.

This article is part of Entrepreneur Middle East's special edition: 33 Indian Visionaries.

Adeeb Ahamed is a prominent entrepreneur, investor, and Managing Director of Lulu Financial Holdings, a leading financial services provider with a strong presence across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Under his visionary leadership, the company has grown into a globally recognized name in financial services, foreign exchange, and remittance services, with a network of over 360 centers worldwide. greater financial inclusion and accessibility, particularly for underserved communities.

Ahamed has been instrumental in driving the company's expansion and leveraging technology and innovation to meet the financial needs of diverse markets. Through his efforts, Lulu Financial Holdings has embraced digital transformation, introducing cutting-edge solutions such as mobile apps, online remittance platforms, and blockchain-based services to ensure.

In addition to his work with Lulu Financial Holdings, Ahamed is a passionate advocate for digitalization and technology adoption, especially in the fintech sector. His active investments in technology-driven enterprises reflect his commitment to fostering innovation and creating financial solutions for the modern world.

Ahamed's business acumen extends to the hospitality sector. He is the founder of Twenty14 Holdings, an Abu Dhabi-based hospitality investment firm with a portfolio of luxury properties, including the Great Scotland Yard Hotel in London, the Sheraton Oman in Muscat, the Pullman Downtown Dubai, and Port Muziris in Kochi, India. Beyond his corporate success, Ahamed is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility, supporting philanthropic initiatives in education, healthcare, and disaster relief.

His efforts to combine business growth with positive social impact have made him a respected figure in both the financial and philanthropic communities. Through his leadership, Adeeb Ahamed continues to shape Lulu Financial Holdings into a dynamic global enterprise while expanding his influence across diverse sectors, making a lasting impact on both industry and society.