Name: Sima Ganwani Ved
Designation: Founder & Chairwoman
Company: Apparel Group
Sima Ganwani Ved is a prominent entrepreneur and retail leader whose vision and execution have played a defining role in shaping the Middle East’s fashion and lifestyle landscape. She founded the Apparel Group in 1996, transforming it from a single-brand operation into one of the region’s largest and most diversified retail conglomerates. Today, the group operates under APPCORP Holding and manages a portfolio of more than 85 international and home-grown brands, with over 2,300 stores across 14 countries. With over 28 years of retail experience, Sima leads Apparel Group as a trusted franchise partner for global brands across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe.
In July 2024, the group expanded its premium portfolio through a franchise agreement with AWWG to grow Hackett London in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. An active member of the Young Presidents’ Organisation and the Chief Executives’ Organisation, Sima is recognised for her leadership. She continues to drive growth through strategic partnerships and understanding evolving consumer expectations. Her approach combines operational excellence with long-term, sustainable value creation.
