His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani is not only a
prominent businessman, but also a well-known and special figure in
Qatar. He has made great contributions in various fields. This includes
social, health, commercial, and most notably the economic sector. HE
Sheikh Thani has contributed to the boom of real estate market with
weighty development projects domestically and regionally. He founded
Ezdan Holding Group in the 1960s and which has undergone different
stages with different names and, through steady pace, becomes today a
multi-disciplinary and investment Holding Group featuring privileged and
successful projects.
HE Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani has gained a unique
reputation among businessmen because of his insight and leadership
capacities. He is considered as one of the most important contributors
to the banking sector, noting that he enjoys a strong presence in the
local market through leading Islamic banks in Qatar.
In addition to being the main shareholder in the Qatar Islamic
Insurance Company, which was founded in 1995 as one of the oldest
Takaful insurance companies in the region. HE Sheikh Thani is the
founder and main contributor to the Medical Care Group, which owns Al
Ahli Hospital, the largest private hospital in Qatar, which was
established in collaboration with a group of Qatari businessmen. It is
worth mentioning that the diversification of activities in which HE
Sheikh Thani has invested is a clear reflection of his interest in
housing, health and Islamic finance as well as Takaful insurance.
HE Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani has contributed to the
development of a large segment of the real estate sector in Qatar, which
he was effective, according to many analysts, in reducing the rate of
inflation in Qatar, especially after the reduction in the rents rate.
Besides business, HE Sheikh Thani is a supporter of charity and
humanitarian works. HE Sheikh Thani is the Chairman of Qatar Society for
Rehabilitation of Special Needs, which was founded in 1992.
These contributions has led Ernst & Young, one of the largest
professional organizations in the world, to express its deep
appreciation to His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Al Thani,
announcing that they have awarded him their second highest award for his
unique role in serving the community, saying:
"The institution is proud to present to His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin
Abdullah Al Thani the ‘Life Achievement Award’ for his contribution to
the development of the real estate sector and the economy of the State
of Qatar over the years,"