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=== '''Early Life and Education''' ===
== Early Life and Education ==
'''Mustafa Jalali''' was born on June 8, 1949, in [[Taif|Taif, Saudi Arabia]]. He completed his high school education in Taif, where he graduated in 1967. Jalali went on to study electrical engineering at [[Arizona State University]], where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1973.
'''Mustafa Jalali''' was born on June 8, 1949, in [[Taif|Taif, Saudi Arabia]]. He completed his high school education in Taif, where he graduated in 1967. Jalali went on to study electrical engineering at [[Arizona State University]], where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1973.


[[File:Maria Gloria Arroyo 14th president of the Philippines.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Maria Gloria Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines.|thumb|Mustafa with [[Gloria Macapagal Arroyo|Maria Gloria Arroyo]], the 14th President of the [[Philippines|Philippines.]]|center]]
[[File:Maria Gloria Arroyo 14th president of the Philippines.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Maria Gloria Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines.|thumb|Mustafa with [[Gloria Macapagal Arroyo|Maria Gloria Arroyo]], the 14th President of the [[Philippines|Philippines.]]|center]]


== Career at Saudi Aramco ==


=== Career at Saudi Aramco ===
Jalali joined '''[[Saudi Aramco]]''' in '''1979''', the state-owned oil company of Saudi Arabia, where he held several key positions over the years:
Jalali joined '''[[Saudi Aramco]]''' in '''1979''', the state-owned oil company of Saudi Arabia, where he held several key positions over the years:


* '''Vice President of Saudi Aramco Affairs (2003–2008)''': Jalali was responsible for managing the company’s public relations, government relations, and global image.
* '''Vice President of Saudi Aramco Affairs (2003–2008)''': Jalali was responsible for managing the company's public relations, government relations, and global image.
* '''Executive Head of Community Services (2002–2003)''': He oversaw Saudi Aramco’s residential communities and office services, managing assets worth '''$11.3 billion'''.
* '''Executive Head of Community Services (2002–2003)''': He oversaw Saudi Aramco's residential communities and office services, managing assets worth '''$11.3 billion'''.


During his time at Saudi Aramco, Jalali was involved in the development of '''Vision 2020''', a strategic initiative aimed at reducing operational costs while enhancing service quality.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-jazirah |url=http://www.al-jazirah.com/2004/20040506/ec18.htm |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=www.al-jazirah.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=اليوم |first=الظهران ـ |date=2004-05-05 |title=مصطفى جلالي |url=https://www.alyaum.com/articles/171759/%D9%85%D8%B5%D8%B7%D9%81%D9%89-%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%8A |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=alyaum |language=Arabic}}</ref>
During his time at Saudi Aramco, Jalali was involved in the development of '''Vision 2020''', a strategic initiative aimed at reducing operational costs while enhancing service quality.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Al-jazirah |url=http://www.al-jazirah.com/2004/20040506/ec18.htm |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=www.al-jazirah.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=اليوم |first=الظهران ـ |date=2004-05-05 |title=مصطفى جلالي |url=https://www.alyaum.com/articles/171759/%D9%85%D8%B5%D8%B7%D9%81%D9%89-%D8%AC%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%84%D9%8A |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=alyaum |language=Arabic}}</ref>
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[[File:MUSTAFA JALALI AND BILL CLINTON copy.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Bill Clinton, former President of the United States.|thumb|''Mustafa with [[Bill Clinton]], former President of the United States.'']]
[[File:MUSTAFA JALALI AND BILL CLINTON copy.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Bill Clinton, former President of the United States.|thumb|''Mustafa with [[Bill Clinton]], former President of the United States.'']]


==== Vela International Marine (2000–2002) ====
=== Vela International Marine (2000–2002) ===
Jalali served as '''President and CEO''' of '''[[Vela International Marine]]''', a subsidiary of '''Saudi Aramco''', from '''2000 to 2002'''. Vela operates a fleet of crude oil and refined product tankers. Under his leadership, the company improved its financial performance, turning a '''$2 million deficit''' into a '''$200 million surplus''' by the end of 2002. Vela also became a benchmark for safety and operational standards during his tenure.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=كونا : شركة ارامكو السعودية تتسلم ناقلة نفط جديدة بزنة اكثر من 45الف طن - طاقة - 15/03/2006 |url=https://www.kuna.net.kw/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1601367&language=ar |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=www.kuna.net.kw}}</ref>
Jalali served as '''President and CEO''' of '''[[Vela International Marine]]''', a subsidiary of '''Saudi Aramco''', from '''2000 to 2002'''. Vela operates a fleet of crude oil and refined product tankers. Under his leadership, the company improved its financial performance, turning a '''$2 million deficit''' into a '''$200 million surplus''' by the end of 2002. Vela also became a benchmark for safety and operational standards during his tenure.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=كونا : شركة ارامكو السعودية تتسلم ناقلة نفط جديدة بزنة اكثر من 45الف طن - طاقة - 15/03/2006 |url=https://www.kuna.net.kw/ArticleDetails.aspx?id=1601367&language=ar |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=www.kuna.net.kw}}</ref>


=== Post-Aramco Career and Apollo Management and Services ===
== Post-Aramco Career and Apollo Management and Services ==
[[File:Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi OF HASA 1 copy.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of Al Ahsa|thumb|''Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of [[Al-Ahsa Governorate|Al Ahsa]]'']]After retiring from '''Saudi Aramco''' in '''2008''', Jalali founded '''Apollo Management and Services''', a holding company based in '''Bahrain'''. The company operates across several sectors, including '''real estate''', '''shipping''', and '''travel'''. Through subsidiaries such as:
[[File:Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi OF HASA 1 copy.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of Al Ahsa|thumb|''Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of [[Al-Ahsa Governorate|Al Ahsa]]'']]After retiring from '''Saudi Aramco''' in '''2008''', Jalali founded '''Apollo Management and Services''', a holding company based in '''Bahrain'''. The company operates across several sectors, including '''real estate''', '''shipping''', and '''travel'''. Through subsidiaries such as:


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* '''Acon Travel & Tourism''': Offers travel and tourism services across Bahrain and the Middle East.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Acons – Just another WordPress site |url=https://acon-travels.com/ |access-date=2024-12-14 |language=en-US}}</ref>
* '''Acon Travel & Tourism''': Offers travel and tourism services across Bahrain and the Middle East.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Acons – Just another WordPress site |url=https://acon-travels.com/ |access-date=2024-12-14 |language=en-US}}</ref>


=== Professional Memberships and Board Positions ===
== Professional Memberships and Board Positions ==
[[File:With His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal.jpg|alt=Mustafa with His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal of Saudi Arabia.|thumb|''Mustafa with His Royal Highness [[Turki Al-Faisal|Prince Turki Al-Faisal]] of Saudi Arabi'']]
[[File:With His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal.jpg|alt=Mustafa with His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal of Saudi Arabia.|thumb|''Mustafa with His Royal Highness [[Turki Al-Faisal|Prince Turki Al-Faisal]] of Saudi Arabi'']]
Jalali has been involved in several professional organizations and served on the boards of various companies. Notable roles include:
Jalali has been involved in several professional organizations and served on the boards of various companies. Notable roles include:
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[[File:With Minister of Oil in Saudi Arabia Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Oil.|thumb|''Mustafa with [[Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud|Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud]], Saudi Minister of Oil.'']]
[[File:With Minister of Oil in Saudi Arabia Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud.jpg|alt=Mustafa with Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Oil.|thumb|''Mustafa with [[Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud|Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud]], Saudi Minister of Oil.'']]


=== Current Position ===
== Current Position ==
Jalali is currently the '''President and CEO''' of '''ARK Capital''', a venture capital firm based in the Middle East. The firm focuses on long-term, strategic investments across various sectors.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ark Capital |url=https://ark-capital.com/ |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=ark-capital.com}}</ref>
Jalali is currently the '''President and CEO''' of '''ARK Capital''', a venture capital firm based in the Middle East. The firm focuses on long-term, strategic investments across various sectors.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ark Capital |url=https://ark-capital.com/ |access-date=2024-12-14 |website=ark-capital.com}}</ref>



[[File:With King of Saudi Arabia is King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.jpg|alt=Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia|thumb|''Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia'']]
[[File:With King of Saudi Arabia is King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.jpg|alt=Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia|thumb|''Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia'']]
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Jalali has had a significant impact on Saudi Aramco, particularly in its '''public relations''' and '''cost-management initiatives'''. His leadership in '''[[Vela International Marine]]''' contributed to financial improvements and operational excellence. Additionally, his entrepreneurial ventures with '''Apollo Management and Services''' have been influential in the '''Middle East''' business landscape.
Jalali has had a significant impact on Saudi Aramco, particularly in its '''public relations''' and '''cost-management initiatives'''. His leadership in '''[[Vela International Marine]]''' contributed to financial improvements and operational excellence. Additionally, his entrepreneurial ventures with '''Apollo Management and Services''' have been influential in the '''Middle East''' business landscape.


== References ==








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* '''LinkedIn''': [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mustafa-jalali-9a7347136/ Mustafa Jalali LinkedIn Profile]

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Mustafa Jalali
File:Mustafa Jalali.jpg
BornJune 8, 1949
NationalitySaudi Arabian
Alma materArizona State University (B.S. in Electrical Engineering), Pennsylvania State University (Executive Education)
Occupation(s)Executive, Entrepreneur, CEO, Board Member
Years active1979–present
Known forLeadership in petroleum, energy, real estate, logistics, and venture capital industries
TitlePresident and CEO of Apollo Management and Services, President and CEO of Ark Capital, Former Vice President of Saudi Aramco Affairs
Board member ofBoard Member of Star Enterprise, Vela International Marine, American Bureau of Shipping
SpouseRamona Barstow (m. 1973)

Early Life and Education

Mustafa Jalali was born on June 8, 1949, in Taif, Saudi Arabia. He completed his high school education in Taif, where he graduated in 1967. Jalali went on to study electrical engineering at Arizona State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 1973.

Mustafa with Maria Gloria Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines.
Mustafa with Maria Gloria Arroyo, the 14th President of the Philippines.

Career at Saudi Aramco

Jalali joined Saudi Aramco in 1979, the state-owned oil company of Saudi Arabia, where he held several key positions over the years:

  • Vice President of Saudi Aramco Affairs (2003–2008): Jalali was responsible for managing the company's public relations, government relations, and global image.
  • Executive Head of Community Services (2002–2003): He oversaw Saudi Aramco's residential communities and office services, managing assets worth $11.3 billion.

During his time at Saudi Aramco, Jalali was involved in the development of Vision 2020, a strategic initiative aimed at reducing operational costs while enhancing service quality.[1][2]

Mustafa with Bill Clinton, former President of the United States.
Mustafa with Bill Clinton, former President of the United States.

Vela International Marine (2000–2002)

Jalali served as President and CEO of Vela International Marine, a subsidiary of Saudi Aramco, from 2000 to 2002. Vela operates a fleet of crude oil and refined product tankers. Under his leadership, the company improved its financial performance, turning a $2 million deficit into a $200 million surplus by the end of 2002. Vela also became a benchmark for safety and operational standards during his tenure.[3]

Post-Aramco Career and Apollo Management and Services

Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of Al Ahsa
Mustafa with Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi of Al Ahsa

After retiring from Saudi Aramco in 2008, Jalali founded Apollo Management and Services, a holding company based in Bahrain. The company operates across several sectors, including real estate, shipping, and travel. Through subsidiaries such as:

  • Apollo Real Estate Company: Provides luxury furnished apartments in Bahrain.
  • Apollo Shipping & Forwarding Company: Specializes in international shipping and logistics services.[4]
  • Acon Travel & Tourism: Offers travel and tourism services across Bahrain and the Middle East.[5]

Professional Memberships and Board Positions

Mustafa with His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal of Saudi Arabia.
Mustafa with His Royal Highness Prince Turki Al-Faisal of Saudi Arabi

Jalali has been involved in several professional organizations and served on the boards of various companies. Notable roles include:

  • President, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Gulf Chapter (1984–1985).
  • Vice Chairman, Instrument Society of America, Saudi Chapter (1985–1986).
  • Chairman, American School Advisory Committee, Bahrain (1991–1995).
Mustafa with Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Oil.
Mustafa with Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Saudi Minister of Oil.

Current Position

Jalali is currently the President and CEO of ARK Capital, a venture capital firm based in the Middle East. The firm focuses on long-term, strategic investments across various sectors.[6]

Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia
Mustafa with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia

Impact and Legacy

Jalali has had a significant impact on Saudi Aramco, particularly in its public relations and cost-management initiatives. His leadership in Vela International Marine contributed to financial improvements and operational excellence. Additionally, his entrepreneurial ventures with Apollo Management and Services have been influential in the Middle East business landscape.

References

  1. ^ "Al-jazirah". www.al-jazirah.com. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  2. ^ اليوم, الظهران ـ (2004-05-05). "مصطفى جلالي". alyaum (in Arabic). Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  3. ^ "كونا : شركة ارامكو السعودية تتسلم ناقلة نفط جديدة بزنة اكثر من 45الف طن - طاقة - 15/03/2006". www.kuna.net.kw. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  4. ^ "Apollo – Shipping". Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  5. ^ "Acons – Just another WordPress site". Retrieved 2024-12-14.
  6. ^ "Ark Capital". ark-capital.com. Retrieved 2024-12-14.