Furqan Athar

Furqan Athar is the Managing Director & Partner at McARTHUR + COMPANY and the Co-Founder and Moonshot Maker at ZOI-ME.

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Hilmarie Hutchison

Furqan Athar

Managing Director & Partner @ MCARTHUR +COMPANY

Furqan Athar is the Managing Director & Partner at McARTHUR + COMPANY and Spret Retail, with over 25 years of experience in the retail industry. Co-founder and Moonshot Maker at ZOI-ME, a longevity clinic where well-being takes a revolutionary turn. He has significantly influenced Dubai’s retail landscape, contributing to iconic projects like the Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Festival City. Furqan is also a passionate longevity enthusiast and advocate for regenerative health. His journey from a career in business and accounting to becoming a central figure in Dubai’s retail revolution showcases his innovative approach to business, health, and personal growth.

About this Episode

In this episode, Furqan Athar shares his incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a pivotal figure in Dubai’s retail scene. Starting his career in business and accounting, Furqan’s work with giants like PwC, KPMG, and Majid Al Futtaim laid the foundation for his future success. He played a key role in shaping iconic projects like the Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Festival City, sharing the challenges and lessons learned along the way. Most recently, Furqan has co-founded ZOI-ME, inspired by LONGEVITY-UK, a first-of-its-kind clinic in Dubai which offers patients an informed, measured, and monitored approach to health.

For aspiring entrepreneurs, Furqan’s advice is invaluable: embrace challenges, focus on your journey, and address crisis areas in your business. His thoughts on maintaining balance, the power of deep breathing, and a positive mindset inspire personal and professional growth.