Apparel Group Partners with Zahra Breast Cancer Association to Honour Breast Cancer Survivors During Pinktober
Saudi Arabia, (November 2024), Apparel Group, a leading retail conglomerate in the Middle East, recently collaborated with the Zahra Breast Cancer Association for a Pinktober event to honour breast cancer fighters and survivors. The event took place on October 24, 2024, at Jamie’s Italian Restaurant at Roshen Front in Riyadh, celebrating resilience and unity while raising awareness about breast cancer and supporting Zahra’s impactful mission in the Kingdom.
The evening was graced by esteemed guests, including Her Highness Princess Haifa Al-Faisal, the Founder of the Zahra Breast Cancer Association along with Dr. Suad Al-Abdullah, CEO of Zahra operations, Mrs. Hanadi Al-Othah, CEO of Zahra Programs & Development, Her Highness Princess Al-Jazi Al-Saud, as well as several of the association’s founding members and Apparel Group’s KSA management team.
The event fostered a feminine and supportive atmosphere to honour sixty breast cancer fighters and survivors. Media and PR figures from top-tier publications, as well as social media influencers, were in attendance, capturing and sharing moments from the meaningful gathering. The agenda included educational sessions and social support insights provided by three expert doctors: a breast cancer surgeon, a gynaecologist, and a plastic surgeon. Additionally, breast cancer fighters shared personal stories of resilience, aiming to inspire and motivate all present.
Neeraj Teckchandani, CEO of Apparel Group, commented: “At Apparel Group, our commitment to giving back to the communities we serve is at the heart of everything we do. Our collaboration with the Zahra Breast Cancer Association this Breast Cancer Awareness Month is part of our larger mission to support those who need it most, providing resources and recognition to survivors who inspire us with their strength.”
In appreciation of the guests and survivors, Rituals and Beverly Hills Polo Club provided exclusive gifts. Apparel Group also presented a significant donation from a variety of their brands to support Zahra’s beneficiaries, reinforcing its commitment to giving back and making a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer.
Apparel Group remains dedicated to empowering communities and supporting critical causes across the Middle East, reflecting its core values of compassion and social responsibility.
About Apparel Group LLC
Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate residing at the crossroads of the modern economy – Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, Apparel Group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its 2,300+ retail stores and 85+ brands on all platforms while employing over 24,000+ multicultural staff.
Apparel Group has not only established a strong presence in the GCC – Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia & Kuwait but also strategically expanded its reach to thriving markets in India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Egypt. Moreover, the company has set clear strategies to venture into promising emerging markets such as Hungary and the Philippines, showcasing its forward-thinking approach.
Apparel Group has curated a diverse portfolio of brands, offering an omni-channel experience. These brands, originating from the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Asia, include leading names in fashion, footwear, and lifestyles such as Tommy Hilfiger, Charles & Keith, Skechers, ALDO, Crocs, Nine West, Calvin Klein, Aéropostale, Jamie’s Italian, Tim Hortons, Cold Stone Creamery, Inglot, and Rituals. This diverse range reflects the company’s versatility and adaptability.
Apparel Group owes its impressive growth to the vision and guidance of its dynamic Founder and Chairwoman, Mrs. Sima Ganwani Ved, who has taken the company from strength to strength since its inception in the last two decades.