Saudi businessman Hassan Mohammed Abdul Latif Jameel was born on October 22, 1988. He is the middle son of renowned businessman Mohammed Abdul Latif Jameel.
Jameel completed his studies in Japan, where he attended Sophia University in Tokyo in 2001. He later earned a master’s degree in business administration from the London Business School.
Currently, he serves as the Vice Chairman and Deputy President of Abdul Latif Jameel in Saudi Arabia, a multinational company that holds the exclusive rights to distribute and sell Toyota vehicles in Saudi Arabia and other countries.
Since 1993, Jameel has been playing a key role in the family business, which was founded by his grandfather, Abdul Latif Jameel, in 1945.
Professional Journey
Jameel’s corporate journey began in 2004, when he underwent training at Toyota’s headquarters in Japan while still completing his studies.
After returning to Saudi Arabia, he held several managerial positions within the Abdul Latif Jameel Group, which includes:
- Automotive trading.
- Manufacturing of car parts.
- Alternative energy solutions.
- Financial services.
- Environmental services.
- Real estate development.
- Electronics trade.
- Advertising and media investments across Saudi Arabia and multiple countries worldwide.
Additionally, Jameel serves as a member of the International Advisory Board at the University of Tokyo and holds a board membership in the Gulf Family Business Council, which represents global family businesses in the Gulf region.
Philanthropic Contributions
Hassan Jameel is the Chairman of Community Jameel Saudi Arabia, a non-profit organization dedicated to social and economic development.
The organization operates on a broad scale, focusing on:
- Poverty alleviation.
- Food and financial security.
- Healthcare initiatives.
- Supporting artists and promoting cultural development.
Through partnerships with international institutions such as Victoria and Albert Museum in London and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Community Jameel plays a significant role in social impact.
One of its most prominent projects is the Bab Rizq Jameel (BRJ) initiative, which aims to create employment opportunities and empower youth.
Jameel also co-founded a traffic safety awareness program known as the Safe Driving Initiative.
Additionally, he sponsored the Saudi Professional League, which was renamed “Abdul Latif Jameel League” during his sponsorship period.
Personal Life
In 2012, Jameel married Tunisian art critic and international contemporary art expert Lina Lazaar, who worked for Sotheby’s auction house. However, their marriage ended in divorce.
In 2017, Jameel gained international attention after dating global pop star Rihanna, a relationship that lasted three years.
Rumors later linked him to Dubai TV presenter Somaya El Sheikh, although these claims were never confirmed. Due to his global influence and social connections, Jameel has frequently been the subject of speculation, including his friendship with British supermodel Naomi Campbell.
Hassan Jameel’s Net Worth
As of 2018, Jameel’s net worth was estimated at $1.5 billion, according to Forbes.
The majority of his fortune comes from the Abdul Latif Jameel Group, a business empire that has been thriving for over eight decades.
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