MIZAN 04 | With Nailesh Khimji

In this episode of the *Mizan*, host Maimuna AlSulaimani sits down with *Mr. Nailesh Khimji**, Director of *Khimji Ramdas*. Spanning over *156 years of history in Oman and witnessing the reign of 7 sultans*, the Khimji Ramdas family conglomerate represents a remarkable journey of resilience, ethical business, and regional expansion. In this deep-dive conversation, Nailesh Khimji shares invaluable insights into the modernization of Oman's economy, the strategic transition from family-run to family-owned businesses, and the core philosophies that have kept their legacy thriving across generations. Produced by: Oman Observer Podcast In Collaboration with: Law and Life Hosted & Prepared by: Maimuna Al-Sulaimani Guest: Mr. Nailesh Khimji, Director of Khimji Ramdas Coordination: Omaima Al-Sulaimani Podcast Creative Producer: Ali Jawish --- *Episode Chapters & Timestamps* *00:00:00* | *Introduction* *00:00:36* | *Oman's Legislative & Judicial Reforms* *00:01:55* | *The Growth of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)* *00:03:04* | *The Decision to Go Public (IPO)* *00:04:52* | *A 156-Year Legacy Across 7 Sultans* *00:05:36* | *IPO as a Strategy for Long-Term Permanence* *00:07:08* | *Restructuring Barriers and Fees* *00:09:24* | *Regional Expansion vs. Diversification* *00:11:13* | *Culture, Ethics, and Multigenerational Employees* *00:14:13* | *Nurturing the Next Generation as Global Citizens* *00:16:34* | *From Barter Trade to Modern Logistics* *00:18:03* | *Rethinking Name Lending & Banking Regulations* *00:24:00* | *Historical Secrets from the British Archives* *00:25:28* | *Oman Vision 2040 and Marine Infrastructure* *00:28:04* | *Transitioning from Family-Run to Family-Owned* *00:29:35* | *Fostering Accountability & Professional Stewardship* *00:32:01* | *In-Country Value (ICV) & the Sur Water Pipeline* *00:33:20* | *Organizing Philanthropy: The Ishraqa Foundation* *00:35:30* | *Two Golden Lessons on Relationship Building*