Grant Thornton UAE, a prominent financial services firm, has officially opened a new office in Sharjah. This expansion marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey and demonstrates its commitment to serving clients in the Northern Emirates and across the UAE.

According to WAM, the opening ceremony featured key figures such as Walid Al Sayegh, Group CEO of Sharjah Asset Management, Ahmed Al Mazmi, Chief Financial Officer of Sharjah Asset Management Company, and Hisham Farouk, CEO of Grant Thornton UAE.

Walid Al Sayegh commended the expansion, noting that Sharjah is strengthening its position as a dynamic economic hub. He emphasized that the emirate offers an attractive business environment that merges global expertise with the development of national competencies. The expansion of Grant Thornton UAE in Sharjah aligns with the company’s vision for sustainable economic development, enhancing Emiratisation, and fostering an integrated environment that enables businesses and professionals to thrive.

He further welcomed the new office, stating that it will contribute to the resilience of the UAE economy and support future development efforts. The Sharjah office is designed to build a robust professional community of Emirati talents, enhance the empowerment of future leaders, and align with the UAE’s development and economic agenda. Grant Thornton UAE plans to achieve this through dedicated development programs, career guidance, and innovative learning opportunities focused on nurturing national talent.

At the opening ceremony, Hisham Farouk, CEO of Grant Thornton UAE, reflected on the company’s 58-year history in the UAE, highlighting its role in the country’s transformational growth journey. He stated that the new office in Sharjah underscores the importance of the Northern Emirates as a crucial component of the UAE’s growth and transformation strategy.

Farouk also reiterated Grant Thornton UAE’s commitment to delivering top-notch global expertise and local insights to its expanding client base. The firm looks forward to continuing to cultivate trust among clients, employees, and the wider community as it moves forward with its strategic initiatives.