Butti bin Maktoum bin Juma

Sheikh Butti bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum was appointed Vice Chairman of Al Wasl Sports Club by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in October 2026. The appointment followed the passing of former Al Wasl president Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

Sheikh Butti is identified as a ruling family member, businessman, and former government official. He is a member of the House of Maktoum, Dubai's ruling family. He attended Canadian University Dubai, where he earned an MBA in Business Administration.

In his corporate career, Sheikh Butti served as Former Chairman at Arabian Scandinavian Insurance, an insurance company in the UAE. He has held the position of Chairman at Global Partners since 2018, indicating his involvement in investment and business ventures across multiple sectors.

Career History

• Former Chairman, Arabian Scandinavian Insurance
• Chairman, Global Partners (since 2018)
• Vice Chairman, Al Wasl Sports Club (appointed October 2026)

What Sheikh Butti could bring to Al Wasl Sports Club: As Vice Chairman of Al Wasl Sports Club, Sheikh Butti brings experience as a corporate executive with leadership roles in financial services and investment management. His background in business administration and proven track record chairing insurance and investment entities positions him to contribute to the strategic governance and financial oversight of the club, particularly given Al Wasl's status as one of the most successful clubs in the United Arab Emirates with eight UAE Pro League titles.