Development Holding Appoints Mohammed AlJouan as Head of Mergers and Acquisitions
Development Holding has announced the appointment of Mr. Mohammed Al Jouan as Head of the Mergers and Acquisitions Department, reaffirming the company’s commitment to attracting top national talent with exceptional expertise and strategic vision in investment, finance, and corporate development.
Al Jouan has more than 19 years of experience in the financial and investment sectors, with extensive expertise in portfolio management, corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic investment planning. Throughout his career, he has held senior leadership roles at prominent institutions such as HSBC Bank, National Investments Company, Global Investment House, and ABK Capital — the investment arm of Ahli Bank of Kuwait. He holds two Master’s degrees: one in Finance from Fairleigh Dickinson University and another in Economics from the Gulf University for Science and Technology. Additionally, he has earned several prestigious international professional certifications, including PfMP, FPWMP, FMVA, CMSA, CISI, and M&AP.
Al Jouan also serves as Vice Chairman of the Kuwait Economic Society since 2020 and is a member of several economic boards and committees, reflecting his strong professional presence and extensive experience in partnership building and business environment development.
Commenting on the appointment, Mohannad Yousef, Director of Media and Public Relations at Development Holding Company, stated:
“The addition of Mr. Mohammed Al Jouan to our team represents a significant milestone in The Development Holding’s growth journey. It reaffirms our firm commitment to strengthening our capabilities in mergers and acquisitions, a key pillar of our company’s future growth strategy. His extensive experience and deep analytical insight will undoubtedly help reinforce our position as a leading player in the Kuwaiti and regional investment landscape”.
Yousef added: “We believe that building the future requires a combination of solid financial acumen and inspiring leadership, and Mr. Al Jouan embodies this blend through his expertise, passion, and ability to turn vision into tangible results”.
This appointment comes as part of Development Holding Company’s strategy to expand its investment portfolio and strengthen its operations across local and regional markets by focusing on value-added opportunities and enhancing leadership capabilities able to navigate the evolving global business landscape.
