Skip links

Chairman’s Message

A vision of excellence and innovation. Insights from our Chairman on West Zone Group’s journey, values, and commitment to growth.

Naresh K. Bhawnani is the visionary Founder and Chairman of West Zone Group, a prominent name in the UAE's retail and business landscape. The West Zone Group was established on 2nd December 2005, coinciding with the UAE's National Day, in Mirdif, Dubai. Since then, the brand has evolved into a household name, recognized as one of the UAE's leading retail chains with over 150 operational stores across the country.

Under Mr. Bhawnani's dynamic leadership, the group has transformed from a retail-focused enterprise into a diversified multinational organization. Over the past 20 years, the West Zone portfolio has expanded to encompass supermarkets, hypermarkets, logistics, malls, real estate, building materials and contracting, hospitality, and F&B.

"I have three principles in life: People (customers), Power (employees), and Price (affordability) — which have guided me to excel in offering the best to our customers and achieving milestones for the organization."

His ability to identify market trends, coupled with a practical leadership style, has been instrumental in navigating West Zone Group through an increasingly competitive market. Naresh K. Bhawnani's vision continues to energize the company's expansion in the UAE, with a strong emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

Renowned for his ethical business practices and corporate responsibility, Naresh K. Bhawnani has set a benchmark for excellence within the region's business community. His commitment to fostering sustainable growth and community engagement remains central to the West Zone Group's mission as it looks toward the future.

Naresh Bhawnani

Founder & Chairman, West Zone Group