Turjo Wadud brings a wealth of experience in wholesale distribution of gasoline and fuels, real estate and retail operations as CEO and Co-Owner of Alpharetta-based Mountain Express Oil Company (MEX).

As a young entrepreneur, Wadud grew up in the industry assisting his father in their gas and convenience store. After opening his first store at 19, he steadily worked his way up in the company over the next 15+ years before becoming a 50 percent stakeholder of MEX.

Wadud, who has launched several companies in different industries – including home entertainment, fitness, finance, and gaming – brings a fresh perspective and exciting energy while ensuring everyone wins. He prides himself on building strong relationships, from the gas station operators to investors to employees.

This commitment and determination helped earn Wadud the “Top CEO’s of 2021” in the Oil, Gas and Energy recognition from the Atlanta Business Chronicle. He doesn’t only excel in business, Wadud thrives on giving back by building bridges and opening doors to help others achieve their entrepreneurial pursuits.