Jawad Ziyat

Jawad Ziyat, born in 1967 in Rabat, is a Moroccan businessman and sports manager known for his significant contributions to both the corporate and sporting worlds. Holding a master's degree in physics from the University of Joseph Fourier in Grenoble and an engineering degree from Supélec, he started his career at Procter & Gamble in 1991, working on renowned brands like Tide and Pampers. In the 2000s, Ziyat became a prominent figure in the aviation industry as the head of Jet4you, a pioneering low-cost airline. His foray into professional football began in 2018 when he took charge of Raja Club Athletic, leading the team to notable victories, including a Moroccan championship and an African Confederation Cup title. Recently, he returned as president of Raja, tasked with navigating the club through a crucial transition to a modern sports company structure, leveraging his extensive managerial experience and deep understanding of the club's dynamics.