Meet the Founder
Hashmat Pereira
Founder, Mahjong Success
A passionate advocate of lifelong learning, strategic thinking, and community building through Mahjong.
Hashmat Pereira
Founder, Mahjong Success
Hashmat Pereira is the Founder of Mahjong Success and a passionate advocate of lifelong learning, strategic thinking, and community building through Mahjong.
With more than 25 years of leadership experience, Hashmat has built, launched, and managed successful businesses, led large teams, developed products, training programmes, and delivered coaching and mentorship across multiple industries. Her career includes senior leadership roles with leading global and regional organisations including Mastercard, Citibank, Mashreq Bank, and Samba Financial Group.
Drawing on this extensive experience in strategy, training, customer engagement, and business development, Hashmat created Mahjong Success to provide a structured and enjoyable pathway for players to learn, play, and master the board game Mahjong.
Senior Leadership
25+ years across global and regional organisations including Mastercard, Citibank, Mashreq Bank, and Samba Financial Group.
Events & Experiences
Partner at a leading events management company in the UAE, bringing deep expertise in corporate experiences, community events, and social gatherings.
Training & Coaching
Combines professional teaching methodologies with a structured learning framework to build knowledge, sharpen strategic thinking, foster personal development, and build confidence.
Networking Advocate
Dedicated to community building and bringing people of all ages and backgrounds together to strengthen communication, build meaningful connections, and develop networking skills.
Strategic Thinker
Passionate about developing strategic and analytical thinking, encouraging individuals to sharpen decision-making, problem-solving, focus and adaptability through engaging learning experiences.
Lifelong Learner
Believes in continuous learning and personal growth, inspiring individuals to stay curious, challenge themselves, develop new skills and build confidence at every stage of life.
The Vision Behind Mahjong Success
Hashmat’s vision is to use Mahjong as an engaging learning tool to help individuals and corporates develop valuable personal, social and professional skills.
Through Mahjong, she aims to strengthen strategic thinking, decision-making, adaptability, focus and problem-solving, while exercising the brain, encouraging personal development and building confidence.
Ultimately, her vision is to make Mahjong accessible to people of all ages and backgrounds, while building a vibrant and inclusive community.
Mahjong Success Training
LearnStructured training across different versions of Mahjong, including American, Western and Taiwanese Mahjong, taking players from beginner foundations through to advanced hands, strategy and scoring.
Booking NowTile Talk by Mahjong Success
YouTubeWatch. Learn. Play. Succeed. Quick Mahjong training, tips and strategies through short videos on YouTube.
@TileTalkbyMahjongSuccessThe Thinking Table
CorporateThe Corporate Training Program by Mahjong Success. The Thinking Table takes Mahjong beyond the game and into the workplace, using its strategic elements to create an engaging and interactive team experience.
Learn more about The Thinking TableThe Mahjong Success Circle
SocialA vibrant social and networking community that brings together like-minded people through a shared love of Mahjong. Connect, build new relationships, and enjoy social events, matches, tournaments and offsites.
Join the Circle"Through Mahjong Success, we bring together families, friends, professionals, and lifelong learners through the timeless game of Mahjong."
A Glimpse Into the Journey
Learn with Hashmat
Book your first session and experience the Mahjong Success approach — structured, enjoyable, and designed to give you confidence at the table.