From taking up the unique challenge of constructing a Formula One Race Track for the first time in the Gulf to breeding the purest Bahraini Arabian Horses, the pursuit of excellence has always inspired Abdulrahim. Unfazed by awards and recognitions, Abdulrahim continues to lead his business with unwavering focus and a sense of purpose. He believes in people and enjoys listening to the opinion of others, and most importantly enjoys what he does. To quote Abdulrahim, “if you don’t enjoy what you are doing then there is no point, rise to the challenge and make the best that you can out of a situation”. When asked about what advice he would give to entrepreneurs Abdulrahim adds, “the first step is always the hardest. Growth is all about taking risks, but it must be calculated, achievable and honest. If you are honest then you sleep easy and will have the support of God.”

Khalid Mohammed Abdulrahim was born in Manama in 1962. In 1979, he travelled to the US to attend University after which he joined his family business in 1986. In 1992, he established Cebarco with a majority shareholding and by 1995 Abdulrahim had acquired all shares in the company making it a sole proprietorship.

Next came the development of his new strategy and corporate vision which centred on the firm’s motto of “Building a Better Future” and leveraging the strengths of Cebarco. The strategy has been a success till date. Building the company was a full time task but Abdulrahim still believes in personal development. Education remains a key for Abdulrahim and during his most active business development period he managed to find time to complete a Masters of Science in construction management at the Glasgow Caledonian University.

In a similar vein, Abdulrahim’s children follow the family motto of ‘educate and achieve’. His eldest daughter Nouf has recently finished several years of university education in the UK and is currently pursuing entrepreneurial challenges in Bahrain. His other children Mohammed and Dala are in full time education in London.

In his rare moments of leisure Abdulrahim keeps busy fettling his collection of new and classic cars. The strictly private collection includes cars from the 1960s, one owned by a former F1 world champion, to modern day high performance limited edition supercars.