Journey of
M BANNA
The Thinker, The Leader, The Self-made Entrepreneur
Banna’s Legacy
Strategic Risks & Rewarding Returns
From humble beginnings to making an impact, my journey has been one of persistence and passion.
My entrepreneurial journey is entirely self-made, a journey that began at the young age of just 19 when I entered the corporate world as just a salesperson. Today I am,
Mohammed Al Banna
Group CEO, Lead Ventures & Connect Lead
As my business and personal networks grow, I believe that I learn, grow, and gain new access to new ideas, opportunities, and relationships.
I pushed the boundaries and expanded my entrepreneurial footprint by establishing Lead Ventures (LV) in 2019, aiding the U.A.E’s vision of attracting foreign investments and becoming a hub for SMEs. At LV, we support businesses from the initial setup to building lasting partnerships leveraging my strong network and market knowledge. At the same time, I launched Connect Lead, where I offer independent advisory services.
Experience & Achievements
Trainee to Industry Leader
Corporate Journey
From Trainee to Entrepreneur
1
Began as a trainee at ABN Amro (2002), gaining key financial expertise
Climbed the ranks at Rak Bank & Amlak Finance, managing AED 1.2 B in assets
Built a strong foundation in networking, finance, and strategic business growth.
Your Network is your Net Worth.
Entrepreneurial Resilience
Turning Failure into Success
2
2008 Financial Crisis: Invested in a restaurant with a business partner that didn’t do well
Faced initial failure but turned it into a valuable learning experience
Pivoted and launched a second restaurant, running successfully for over 11 years.
Failure & Achievements are just part of Success.
Business Growth & Expansion
Scaling a Thriving Venture
3
From one restaurant to three branches across the U.A.E.
A decade of sustainable growth and strategic decision-making
Strong focus on Customer Satisfaction, Innovation, and Adaptability
Contacts Bring Contacts.
Defining the Future
Our Vision & Mission
Vision
To create a legacy of excellence by blending Strategic Financial Expertise with Entrepreneurial Innovation, fostering sustainable businesses that thrive in dynamic markets.
Mission
- Build strong business networks that drive growth and opportunity
- To embrace calculated risks and turn challenges into success stories.
- To expand ventures that prioritize quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Media & Recognition
Feature Stories
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
TV
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Dubai the first in the region when it comes to metaverse
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
The Brilliant iFARM Hotel & Resort promotes Leisure, Nature, and Agriculture with New Partnership
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Podcast
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6
Primetime with Mohammad Al Banna
(Serial Entrepreneur and Emirati businessman) Haifa and Dr Joe ,Ep6