Profile
Abdullah Al Marouf
“Serial Entrepreneur, Business Economist, Philanthropist”
With a clear vision and strategic mindset, Abdullah Al Marouf has emerged as a promising global entrepreneur and business strategist, known for building purposeful ventures across industries. As the Chairman of Al Marouf Consortium, he leads a diverse group of companies that operate in education, international trade, media, consulting, real estate, and social development.
His forward-thinking leadership and commitment to sustainable growth have shaped the expansion of the Consortium, supported by teams who share his energy, values, and ambition. Today, the group operates in Bangladesh, South Korea, Malaysia, and Dubai with plans to expand into new regions in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
Besides business, he is deeply involved in social work. Through his non-profit, RiseRoot Initiative, he supports underprivileged communities, especially children in need of education and medical care in Bangladesh.
He is also a book lover and runs a personal library project called The Velvet Shelf, where he reads and shares interesting facts, stories, and life lessons with others.
Abdullah Al Marouf believes in building businesses that not only grow financially but also create a positive change in society. He is always learning, exploring new ideas, and working hard to connect people, opportunities, and dreams around the world.
Educational Qualification:
Mr. Marouf holds a solid academic foundation that supports his global business perspective. He has completed:
Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in Management & Administration (Currently Pursuing)
Putra Business School, Malaysia
MSc in Supply Management
LUT University, Finland
MBA in International Business
Ajou University, South Korea
BBA in International Hotel Management
KyungDong University, South Korea
These international academic experiences have helped shape his worldview, leadership style, and commitment to creating ventures that are both impactful and sustainable.
Fellow:
- Institute of Leadership
- Royal Society of Arts
- Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland
Member:
- Chatham House
- Royal Economic Society
- Academy of International Business
- Academy of Management
- British Academy of Management
- Chartered Management Institute
- Institute of Hospitality
- Institute of Certified Chartered Economists