Honourable Abbas Al Humaid

CPA, CMgr, CMC, CFE

The Founder and Managing Partner

Abbas Al Humaid, a Member of the State Council of Oman, is the founder and Managing Partner of Merit Group.

With nearly 30 years of leadership experience in top international consultancy and auditing firms, he is globally recognised for his innovative thought leadership and expertise in strategic analysis, risk management, and change management.

Abbas has a proven track record of guiding governments and private entities to achieve their economic goals across diverse sectors.

Below are some highlights of his remarkable achievements:

Author : Written 10 influential books on Business, Strategies, Self-Development, and Islamic Thoughts.
Strategic Leadership : Successfully led strategic transformations for a holding company with 50 subsidiaries across the Engineering, Construction, Energy, and Real Estate sectors.
Corporate Reforms : Directed significant strategic reform programmes for senior executives in a major corporate group.
Comprehensive Change Management : Led the complete restructuring and transformation of the Social Services and Commercial Buildings organisation under the Government of Abu Dhabi.
Government Overhaul : Spearheaded the comprehensive change assignment for the Government of Ajman.
Leadership Development : Developed strategic and leadership skills programmes for hundreds of managers and CEOs and assessed candidates for the prestigious Chartered Manager (CMgr) accreditation.
Educational Innovator : Created the "Executive Diploma in Strategic Management Mastery" programme, recognised by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), UK, and accredited at the PhD level in Oman.
Pioneering Consultant : First Gulf States national authorised by the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes to practice as a Management Consultant.
Entrepreneurial Mentor : Developed five start-ups and mentored numerous SMEs, managing mentorship programmes for Riyada.

Chandra Sekhar Bhartia

Head of Audit and Assurance

A seasoned Chartered Accountant with over 21 years of experience in internal audits, forensic audits, project audits, risk management, and business advisory services.

As the Head of Assurance at Merit, he has led assurance services for various industries, including power, banking, insurance, manufacturing, and telecommunications.

His expertise includes developing Internal Financial Controls (IFC), conducting risk-based internal audits, managing enterprise risk, and implementing fraud risk management frameworks.

Sekhar has a proven track record in transforming audit processes, enhancing team performance, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for clients like Tata Steel, Vedanta Aluminium, and Sterlite Industries.

His strategic approach and leadership skills make him an invaluable asset in assurance services.

Rohit Bhageria

Head of Financial Advisory

Rohit Bhageria, a Chartered Accountant and IFRS-certified Professional, is the head of Advisory at Merit and has over 20 years of experience in internal audits, SOX compliance, IFC control design, and business advisory services. Renowned for his strategic seniority, Rohit excels in leadership, operational strategy, and financial management.

His expertise spans manufacturing, metal & mining, power, healthcare, and telecommunications. He has successfully led advisory services for prominent clients like Tata Motors, General Electric, and Airtel, ensuring productivity and efficiency.

His extensive experience and strategic approach make him a key asset in driving team success and achieving organizational goals through risk-based internal audits, fraud investigation, and process advisory services.

Dr Mwaffaq Al Ziadat

Head of Management Consultancy Services

A visionary leader with over 30 years of experience in strategic planning, organisational excellence, and education. Holding a PhD in Leadership and a Master's in Management-Education, he is skilled in ISO standards, governance, and human resources.

He excels in developing governance frameworks and strategic foresight as an expert at Dubai Ambulance Services and Dubai Municipality. Dr. Al Ziadat has led and evaluated numerous excellence programmes and awards in the Arab world, contributed significantly to CSR and governance, and authored multiple scholarly works.

His education and skill development work has impacted hundreds of trainees and various institutions, making him a sought-after mentor and advisor.

Hussein Marey

Head of Training Services

Hussein Marey is a senior consultant specializing in Learning and Development (L&D) with 15 years of experience in the field.
He has focused on training and development within prominent organizations, including Vodafone and its international partners.
Hussein is considered a pioneer in designing training and development strategies, having led multiple successful training projects across the Middle East, including Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman.
His dedication is evident in his ongoing efforts to integrate academic theory with practical experience to achieve strategic goals.

Management Team

A Collaboration for Success