Name: Rizwan Sajan
Designation: Founder and Chairman
Company: Danube Group
Rizwan Sajan is the Founder and Chairman of Danube Group, a multi-billion-dollar UAE-based conglomerate with interests spanning building materials, home furnishings, retail, and real estate development. Launching his entrepreneurial journey in Dubai in 1993 with a small trading firm, Sajan’s dynamic leadership transformed Danube into one of the most trusted brands in the region, now operating across 50 locations in 10 countries.
Danube Properties, the group’s real estate arm, is celebrated for democratizing homeownership with accessible luxury developments and innovative financing models like the signature 1% monthly payment plan, making property ownership achievable for thousands of families. Born in Mumbai, Sajan overcame early adversity, including the loss of his father at 16 and challenging early employment experiences in Kuwait, before building Danube’s impressive legacy through determination and strategic vision. His business philosophy emphasizes making quality products and services accessible to middle-income families, revolutionizing how real estate is marketed and sold in the UAE.
