Mohamad Ballout of Kitopi Named F&B Entrepreneur of the Year
Mohamad Ballout’s innovative approach, focus on the bottom line, and utilization of digital transformation and business analytics have propelled Kitopi to succeed, making him deserve of this esteemed award.
Dubai, UAE - Mohamad Ballout, the CEO and Co-founder of Kitopi, has been honored with the prestigious F&B Entrepreneur of the Year award at the Middle East F&B Excellence Awards. This accolade recognizes Mohamad's outstanding achievements, visionary leadership, and significant contributions to the hospitality industry.
With a solid educational background and over 22 years of experience in the hospitality and leisure sector, Mohamad Ballout has established himself as a management professional with exceptional strategic management skills. He specializes in real estate development, asset and facilities management, property management, and retail strategy advisory. His expertise has been instrumental in advising major groups across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, leading to successful outcomes for his clients.
Mohamad's strategic and operational acumen, combined with a strong focus on the bottom line, has set him apart in the industry. He has worked closely with renowned names in the hospitality, retail, and leisure sectors, leveraging his expertise to drive growth and profitability. Recognizing the importance of digital transformation, he has successfully utilized business analytics and digitalization to propel traditional brick-and-mortar segments toward prosperity.
As the CEO and Co-founder of Kitopi, Mohamad Ballout has played a pivotal role in the company's success. Kitopi is a cloud kitchen platform that partners with restaurants to provide on-demand food delivery. Under Mohamad's leadership, Kitopi has revolutionized the food delivery industry, employing innovative technology and operational strategies to streamline processes and enhance customer experiences.
Mohamad Ballout's exceptional achievements and visionary leadership have earned him the title of F&B Entrepreneur of the Year. His expertise in corporate strategy, asset management, customer experience programs, P&L management, real estate development, facility management, retail strategy, data analytics, and digitalization have been pivotal in Kitopi's success and the advancement of the hospitality industry.
Meela Seenarain
Dubai, United Arab Emirates UAE