Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO of Diriyah Company, is a forward-thinking leader who has transformed Diriyah into a premier cultural and heritage destination. His leadership has been instrumental in the awe-inspiring $50 billion Diriyah Gate Development, a colossal project spanning 14 square kilometres that aims to attract over 27 million visitors annually by 2030. The development will feature 20 luxury hotels, 100 dining outlets, and numerous cultural institutions, all within the historic birthplace of the Saudi state. Jerry’s strategic approach focuses on developing and preserving Saudi Arabia’s rich cultural heritage, aligning with Vision 2030’s goals to diversify the economy and establish…
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Founded by the Dubai Real Estate Corporation in 2008, Wasl boasts a dynamic portfolio of over 55,000 residential and commercial properties, 32 hotels, 6,000 land plots, and various golf clubs and master developments. Under the visionary leadership of Hesham Al Qassim, Wasl has embarked on several ambitious projects that are strategically aligned with the UAE’s economic aspirations. Their recent ventures into sustainable real estate, partnerships with Food Tech Valley, and introduction of solar photovoltaic and energy retrofitting technologies highlight their commitment to a greener future. Notably, Wasl set a new record this year, selling all 600 units of Park Views…
Talal Al Dhiyebi, Group CEO of Aldar Properties since January 2021, has played a crucial role in the company’s growth. Under his leadership, Aldar has solidified its position as a leading developer in Abu Dhabi, managing an extensive land bank and achieving impressive revenue growth in 2023, instilling confidence in our financial performance. Talal has spearheaded strategic expansions as chairman of Aldar Estates and Egypt’s SODIC and as a board member of several organizations, including the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He has driven the launch of a Grade A logistics facility at Dubai South, introduced residential projects…
Mohamed Alabbar founded Emaar Properties in Dubai in June 1997. Under his leadership, Emaar has grown across MENA and Asia, with a 1.7 billion square foot land bank. Since 2002, Emaar has delivered over 102,000 residential units and manages 38 hotels and resorts. By September 2023, Emaar reported an impressive $5 billion in revenues and held assets worth $37.3 billion, with a market cap of $16.8 billion, a testament to its financial success. Emaar’s subsidiaries, including Emaar Entertainment, Emaar Malls Management, and Emaar Hospitality Group, have developed iconic projects like the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and The Dubai Fountain. Recently,…
As a pivotal figure in Dubai’s housing landscape for over 17 years, Ahmed Al Suwaidi has significantly shaped the city’s residential sector. His unwavering dedication to customer satisfaction has led to the creation of enhanced living experiences for the Emirate’s diverse and rapidly expanding resident population, solidifying its reputation as a desirable place to live and work. Ahmed, at the helm of Dubai Asset Management, the residential leasing arm of Dubai Holding Asset Management (DHAM), oversees one of the city’s largest residential portfolios, comprising 25 strategically located residential communities with a total of 40,000 units, each designed to meet the…
Oussama Kabbani, Group Chief Development Officer (GCDO) at ROSHN Group, is not just a prominent figure in real estate development, but a seasoned professional with over 32 years of expertise. His career, which spans influential roles in cities like Boston, Beirut, and Dubai, is a testament to his dedication and passion for his field. His journey began with a Bachelor’s in Architecture from Beirut Arab University, followed by a Master’s in Urban Design from Harvard University, where he also earned a certificate in Professional Real Estate Finance. This solid educational foundation, coupled with his extensive experience, forms the bedrock of…
Nadhmi Al-Nasr is at the helm of the world’s largest and most ambitious development project, NEOM. His appointment to lead this monumental gigaproject, which is being built across a 26,500 square kilometer footprint in the northwest corner of Saudi Arabia, is the culmination of a long and illustrious international career, spanning more than four decades. Having started his professional journey as an engineer at Aramco in the late 1970s, during the Kingdom’s significant oil and gas expansion period, Nadhmi rapidly rose to the position of Vice President. While at the national petroleum company, sheer tenacity and strong leadership skills saw…
John Pagano, Group Chief Executive Officer of Red Sea Global (RSG), has been the driving force behind a transformative journey that has positioned the company as a sustainable and innovative tourism development leader. His vision, deeply rooted in his decades of experience in real estate and tourism, perfectly aligns John with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to elevate the Kingdom as a global hub for sustainable luxury tourism. Since taking the helm at RSG, John has overseen some of the world’s most ambitious and groundbreaking projects, most notably The Red Sea and AMAALA. These initiatives are not just tourism ventures;…
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Iman Developers, a leading luxury residential developer in Dubai, has announced that all units in Oxford Terraces are sold out