Abdallah Abu-Sheikh: Leaving a Mark in the Heart of Arabia

Family businesses outnumber corporations in the vibrant Middle Eastern landscape, wielding enormous power. According to a PwC report from 2019, these family businesses account for 60% of the region’s GDP and employ 80% of the workforce. Among this economic tapestry is a 25-year-old dynamo named Abdallah Abu-Sheikh, a Jordanian entrepreneur based in the UAE who has left an indelible mark on the business landscape. His story is similar to that of a teenager thrust into the world of entrepreneurship, as he faces challenges with unwavering determination. This tenacious individual has risen above his forced entry into the entrepreneurial arena to become the visionary CEO of Barq. A tech-driven network of electric vehicles, this venture exemplifies the spirit of risk and innovation in carving a distinct path in the fast-paced world of business. Abdallah’s journey begins in Jordan, where he spent his childhood, and continues through England and China. His educational pursuits took him to King’s Academy, then to Canada, where he