Mohamed Al Zaabi Chief Finance Officer
areas of expertise
- Business transformation
- Restructuring and turnaround
- Integration
- Growth strategy
- M&A transaction support
education
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
- BS, engineering, Technical University of Denmark
- MBA, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University
Mohamed Al Zaabi is the visionary force behind Abudhabigroup-ae.net, serving as its Managing Director since its founding in 2014. With over a decade of experience in corporate finance, risk management, and strategic lending, Mohamed has transformed a modest lending operation into one of the most trusted and innovative loan institutions in the region.
When he’s not leading high-level strategy or overseeing portfolio expansion, Mohamed dedicates his time to mentoring young entrepreneurs, advocating for ethical finance, and speaking at global finance and fintech conferences.
Under his leadership, the company has grown from a local startup capital provider to a global financial partner offering specialized loan products across 21 countries. Mohamed is passionate about financial inclusion, entrepreneurial empowerment, and technology-driven lending solutions. His core belief is that smart financing can uplift communities, unlock potential, and drive economic development—a belief that continues to shape the mission and impact of Abudhabigroup-ae.net.
publications
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Bootstrapping vs. Startup Loans: Which Is Right for Your Business Idea?
When starting a business, one of the first financial decisions you’ll need to make is how to fund it. Should you bootstrap your way to growth—using personal savings and internal revenue? Or should you apply for a Startup Capital Loan to accelerate progress and scale faster? This decision can determine how fast your business grows,
June 8, 2025 -
5 Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make When Estimating Startup Capital—And How to Avoid Them
Starting a business is exciting. But enthusiasm alone doesn’t pay the bills. One of the biggest reasons startups fail isn’t a lack of passion—it’s poor financial planning. Many founders severely underestimate how much capital is truly required to launch and sustain a new venture. Others overestimate, taking on unnecessary debt and burdening their business before
June 8, 2025 -
How Much Startup Capital Do You Really Need? A Sector-by-Sector Breakdown
One of the most common challenges new entrepreneurs face is accurately estimating the capital needed to launch a business. Whether you’re setting up a tech company in Dubai or opening a retail outlet in Abu Dhabi, knowing how much to budget is critical to avoid underfunding—or borrowing more than necessary. This article provides a detailed,
June 8, 2025
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