Founded in 1995 by Muhammed Chullian with a single grocery store, MD Group has grown across three decades into a prominent parent holding conglomerate.
Today, under the operational leadership of Ajmal Muhammed MC as COO & CMO, MD Group oversees 15+ specialized entities spanning supermarkets, luxury diamonds, lifestyle fragrances, clinical optics, auto spare parts, and fine dining.
Founder & CEO
Muhammed Chullian
1995
Founded in Deira
To be recognized globally as a vibrant, diverse group of businesses dedicated to sustainable practices and possessing a strong desire for commercial excellence.
To be a dominant force in the business sector by offering quality goods and services, encouraging creativity, and actively contributing to the well-being of the communities we serve.
30 years of decisive milestones — from one store to 15+ entities.
1995
Muhammed Chullian opens Al Retaj Grocery in Deira, Dubai — launching the first brick of what would become a major multi-sector conglomerate.
2012
Madeena Jewels Trading LLC launches, expanding MD Group into fine gold jewellery, certified luxury timepieces, and accessories.
2017
MD Grill Spot Restaurant LLC opens in Dubai, introducing authentic culinary dining experiences and grilled specialty concepts.
2020
Maliha Hassan Gifts Trading LLC is established, creating premium gift collections, fine fragrances, and luxury travel accessories.
2022
Jawrat Riya Grocery and Jawrat Riya Trading LLC launch, accelerating neighborhood retail operations and fine fabric trading.
2023
Seven specialized entities launch across diamond trading, clinical optics, exotic perfumes, automotive parts, and mobile electronics.
2024
Blue Yara Jewellery Trading LLC launches. MD Group consolidates 15+ entities with a unified vision for regional & global growth.
The leadership driving MD Group’s vision and operations.
Founder & CEO
Drives the long-term vision, strategic corporate culture, and business expansion. Founded the business in 1995 with Al Retaj Grocery and guided its evolution into a diversified conglomerate across 15 sectors.
COO & CMO
Oversees daily operations, operational efficiency, brand strategy, and group-wide marketing. The creative force behind brand management, social media, and strategic growth across all group entities.
06 Principles
Rigorous standards across every transaction.
Maintaining rigorous standards of commercial quality, product authenticity, and service precision in every transaction across all 15+ entities.
Transparent, ethical, since 1995.
Complete transparency, high corporate ethics, and long-term partnership commitment since our founding year in Deira, Dubai.
Strategic agility in shifting markets.
Navigating evolving economic landscapes with dynamic agility, strategic foresight, and sustainable financial growth across decades.
Real value for the people around us.
Fostering economic opportunities, local community development, and sustainable ESG initiatives across the UAE since 1995.
Every background, every perspective.
Embracing diverse venture portfolios, global perspectives, and an inclusive corporate culture across every entity and every team.
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