
Qatar Living welcomes Joy Alvarez as CEO, paving the way for growth and excellence

Qatar Living proudly welcomed Joy Alvarez as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking the start of an exciting new phase for the country’s leading online community.
Appointed as CEO in October 2024, Joy brings a dynamic vision and a strong leadership approach to the role, while continuing to serve as the Group CEO of Shift Group, the parent company of Qatar Living, and several other ventures.
Since stepping into the position, Alvarez has already made a notable impact. In her first few months, she successfully introduced the new Qatar Living Properties platform, enhancing the real estate experience for buyers, sellers, and renters.
She also oversaw Qatar Living Vehicles’ inaugural raffle, where a brand-new car was awarded to a lucky winner — an initiative that strengthened the company’s engagement with its thriving community.
Further demonstrating Qatar Living’s growing influence, the platform was honored with the Best Community Page Award during Shop Qatar 2025. This prestigious recognition highlights Qatar Living’s vital role in connecting and serving the community, reinforcing its status as an essential digital hub in Qatar.
With a commitment to expanding across all sectors, Qatar Living continues to be the top destination for real estate, vehicles, classifieds, jobs, and local updates.
Under Alvarez’s leadership, the team is inspired to achieve new heights, ensuring an engaging and seamless experience for all users.
With extensive experience in finance and operations, Joy played a key role in optimizing business strategies, streamlining processes, and driving financial growth across multiple industries.
Her strong background in business management and operational efficiency enables her to lead Qatar Living towards continued expansion and success.
Her mission is clear: to elevate Qatar Living as the ultimate one-stop place, fulfilling the diverse needs of Qatar’s residents and businesses.
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