Kamal Vachani was born in India on the 7th August 2017. He is the Group Director of Al Maya Group, the leading supermarket chain in the UAE. He is regarded as one of the Gulf's leading Indian origin entrepreneurs. His supermarket chain with its unique brand of retailing sees thousands of shoppers every day. Kamal has a number of achievements of note during his career, including NRI of the Year Achiever Award 2005, Face of the Year 2011 from Masala Magazine and an award from the Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council in 2012 in recognition of meritorious services.
Alongside his current business interests Kamal currently holds the position of Honorary Regional Director of Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Panel for the Middle East.
1) Which place or city or country do you feel most at home in?
The world is so big There is not just one place or country where I feel like home. I am based in Dubai, UAE, for over 2 decades and I always feel like home in this city. India is my motherland and it’s always close to my heart. Since I travel to UK very frequently, therefore, the UK is another country where I get the homely and warmth.
2) What are your proudest achievements?
My most proudest achievements are my kids…..seeing them finish university and set place in the workplace.
3) What inspires you?
My inspiration comes from both my father and my father in law…..the legacy they have achieved and passed on to future generations is something that inspires me to grow further.
4) Who has been the biggest influence in your career?
My biggest influence on career – my father in law, Mr L.K. Pagarani, Chairman, Al Maya Group. Mr Pagarani at the age of 80 plus, still works and puts in all his effort to take the Company to new heights.
5) What is the best aspect about your current role?
The best aspects is I get to meet people in different stages of life and get to learn from their experiences.
6) What are your long term goals?
I wish to see more success for Al Maya Group’s business in future. In addition, I want to continue serving my country either as a Hon. Regional Director of ESC for the Middle East or any other role. I also want to see my children very successful in their own life and career.
