SHARJAH:
Shafeena Yusuff Ali, Founder & Chairperson, Tablez, was among a special group of women honoured with the Indo-Arab Women Entrepreneurship Award during the Come On Kerala event held Under the patronage of Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Muhammad Al Qassimi Ruler of Sharjah and Member of the Federal Supreme Council of UAE at the Sharjah Expo Ceremony in UAE recently.
The awards are in recognition of Indian and Arab women entrepreneurs who have turned passion into reality and created a mark through the exemplary work carried out in support of the local economy and society. Other winners at this year’s function include Sheikha Amna Al Nuaimi, Rasha Al Danhani, Liza Mayan and Dr. Reena Anil Kumar.
The winners were chosen from a jury consisting of noted personalities and business leaders from both India and the Arab world. The jury stated that the winners were a true inspiration to women all over the world and continue to engage and encourage budding entrepreneurs.
“I am deeply honored to receive this award. To be recognized among such wonderful women who have made a mark for themselves and created remarkable change in the lives of those around them, is very special. The recognition will allow our company to continue to lead and innovate and we look forward to achieving even greater heights,” said Shafeena Yusuff Ali.
Shafeena Yusuff Ali is the Founder & Chairperson of Tablez which has introduced world- renowned F&B, toys, lifestyle and apparel brands to GCC & India. The company has successfully developed two home grown brands that include Bloomsbury’s – Global Kitchen and Bakehouse and Peppermill – a fine dining colonial Indian themed restaurant.
Tablez owns franchise rights of world class brands such as Toys R Us, Babies R Us, Springfield, Women’secret, Cold Stone Creamery, Famous Dave’s, Galito’s, Sugar Factory, Genghis Grill and Pancake House. Tablez currently operates more than 50 outlets globally.
