An award-winning retail figure, Asil Attar has enjoyed numerous success. As the first female CEO of three prominent Middle East retail groups – Majid Al Futtaim Fashion, Alyasra Fashion and Damas Jewellery – Ms Attar was one of Forbes Middle East’s Top 50 International CEOs, leading regionally founded businesses.
Ms Attar is also co-founder of SALT Fashion, an integrated e-commerce and pop-up retail concept that supports up-and-coming local talent, and The Modestination, which showcases the work of fashion designers in Europe and the Middle East.
What is the best way to start your day?
My faith is my foundation, I start the day with prayer at dawn.
If you could be any character from a movie, who would you be?
Edna Mode from The Incredibles. “No capes! Mode’s more than eccentric personality hides a distinctly practical approach to superhero fashion.” (quote from empireonline.com)
What is your greatest achievement?
My family
What advice would you give your 13-year-old self?
Treasure every single second, because time will fly.
If you had 24 hours left on Earth, what would you do?
Spend it with my family, nearest and dearest
Who or what is your biggest inspiration?
My parents, they inspired and were and are my every example of how to live my life with values, faith and empathy.
What would you like to achieve in the next 10 years?
My legacy of making a difference and creating social impact, enabling others to achieve their dreams.
