Union Coop appoints new CEO: Union Coop appointed Mohamed Al Hashemi (LinkedIn) as its new chief executive on Tuesday, according to a press release. Al Hashemi’s portfolio includes 19 years of experience in retail trade, where he headed companies like Majid Al Futtaim, and a seat at the Forum of Young Global Leaders.

About Union Coop: Dubai-based Union Coop is the largest retail cooperative in the UAE. The corporation has 27 branches in the Emirate and has expanded to own seven malls and four shopping outlets.