The Crescent Group CEO leading one of the Middle East’s most dynamic energy and investment portfolios.
Introduction
Badr Jafar wears many hats — entrepreneur, philanthropist, impact investor — but his central focus is transformation. As CEO of Crescent Enterprises, he manages a multibillion-dollar portfolio spanning energy, logistics, media, and social enterprise.
Notable Achievements
- Led strategic expansion of Crescent Petroleum, one of the oldest private upstream oil and gas companies in the region.
- Founded the Pearl Initiative, promoting corporate governance in the Arab world.
- Advisory roles with the UN, World Economic Forum, and Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership.
Leadership Style
Badr emphasizes long-term sustainability, youth development, and regional innovation. He is known for speaking candidly on climate change, entrepreneurship, and public-private partnerships.
Jafar is a new kind of Arab CEO — one who mixes capital with conscience, and regional heritage with global reach.
