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Sharif Hashisho is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Qvision, a leader in entertainment and event production solutions that bring the world’s greatest creative visions to life. He is an accomplished director and producer of major events and ceremonies in Qatar and the Middle east region.
Sharif has acquired over 36 years of experience in creating, developing, producing, managing and delivering a diverse range of ceremonies, launches and cultural events.
He is recognized in Qatar as the most innovative, dynamic and results driven event executive producer and director.
Sharif was honored for his commitment and contributions to the industry when he was awarded in 2007 the Silver Medal from the Olympic Council of Asia in recognition of his achievements and efforts during the 15th Asian Games, Doha 2006. He has also been awarded an honoree membership in the education & culture committee of the Olympic Council of Asia in the same year. In 2017 and 2018, he was awarded the spirit of excellence in Business Leadership Award and Customer Delight Award at the 4th edition of MENAA Awards ceremony, as well as Golden Crown at the Luxury Lifestyle Awards. In 2003, he was honored the Silven Pin award from FIFA in recognition of his achievements and efforts in creating and producing the FIFA Extraordinary Conference. In 2023, he was named the Middle East Industry Icon at the Middle East Events awards.
The nominee, Sharif Hashisho, has left an indelible mark on Qatar's creative and event production landscape. His pioneering spirit was evident when he established the very first private audio recording studio and post-production facility in Qatar, effectively breaking down the government monopoly in these sectors before 1992. This move opened new avenues for artists and budding talents in the music industry, as Sharif's studios not only facilitated musical recordings but also produced accompanying video clips. The advent of private studios in Qatar sparked a cultural renaissance, nurturing local talents and enriching the performing arts scene.
Sharif Hashisho's impact extended far beyond the confines of his studios. His visionary leadership led to the birth of QVision Productions in 1992, marking the birth of Qatar's first event management company. Over the course of three decades, QVision has become a venerable institution and a trailblazer in event organization, multimedia creativity, and production.
In 2021-2022, Sharif Hashisho's visionary leadership propelled his companies to unprecedented heights, securing a partnership with FIFA for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. QVision, under his guidance, orchestrated key events like the Emblem Launch, Final Draw, infotainment, stadium entertainment, and coronation ceremony. They also handled the entire fireworks displays for the opening and closing ceremonies, marking the first Middle Eastern company to achieve this. QVision's remarkable achievements were recognized with 60 Global Eventex Awards and 4 Middle East Events Awards, the highest honors in both prestigious competitions.
Through his various business ventures, Sharif has not only been a pioneer but also a catalyst for growth in several industries. His commitment to education, training, and providing opportunities has transformed a modest garage studio with just four employees into a vast, multidisciplinary conglomerate employing over 600 skilled professionals. In doing so, Sharif Hashisho has played a pivotal role in shaping Qatar's creative, event, and entertainment landscape, leaving an enduring legacy of innovation, excellence, and empowerment.
For over 30 years, the Nominee hired the right people, provided them with opportunities for training and development, inspired them to do their best work, motivated them to stay with the company, involved them in business decisions, and aligned their practices with business goals. The Nominee created an environment in which employees’ needs are met & are more engaged, knowing that they are all invaluable and intangible assets for securing a future for the company.
Nomination Title: SHARIF OMAR HASHISHO
