Yusufali Musaliyam Veettil Abdul Kader The Republic of India

Yusufali came to the UAE in the early days of its union in 1973, joining his uncle’s small distribution company in the field of nutrition.

These formative professional years gave him the motivation and focus to expand his Abu Dhabi-headquartered Lulu Group International Company, becoming one of the largest investors in the UAE’s retail sector and beyond.

Throughout his journey, Yusufali intuitively understood the importance of giving back. His support of many initiatives and campaigns, both nationally and internationally, have positively impacted many local communities.

Driven by his belief in the importance of education and its role in developing sustainable and prosperous communities, Yusufali has funded the education of countless students.