Jacques Brent

Jacques Brent is responsible for Al-Futtaim Toyota & Lexus in the UAE, overseeing strategy, operations, and performance across two of the region’s most established automotive brands. His role is focused on strengthening market leadership, enhancing customer experience, and advancing digitalisation and sustainable mobility initiatives in line with the evolving automotive landscape. With nearly 30 years of international experience, Jacques has built a distinguished career across North America, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. He brings a strong track record in driving business growth, brand positioning, and organisational transformation across complex, multi-market environments. Prior to joining Al-Futtaim Automotive, Jacques held senior leadership roles at Ford Motor Company across marketing, sales, and general management. He served as Global Director of Product Marketing at Ford’s headquarters in Dearborn, where he aligned product development with customer insights and market dem