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LeadershipBloom Holding: Building Communities That Last for Generations
Bloom Holding CEO Carlos Wakim explains why “curated community living” is more than a slogan, and what it takes to build places that still matter decades from now. -
LeadershipInside Modon’s Blueprint for the Integrated City
Chairman H.E. Jassem Mohamed Bu Ataba Al Zaabi and his leadership team explain the plans behind one of the region’s most ambitious developments. -
LeadershipThe Intelligent Address: ONE Development Is Building Abu Dhabi’s Smartest Community
Founder and chairman Ali Al Gebely explains the thinking behind one of Abu Dhabi’s most futuristic developments
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Business NewsUAE Sees One of Strongest Post-Pandemic Hiring Recoveries, Shows Signs of Rebound in 2026
Real estate recorded the highest hiring growth rate of any sector compared with 2019 levels, while education, construction, health care, administrative and support services, and transport and logistics also recorded hiring growth above the national average. -
TechnologyDubai to Host Second Middle East Edition of Doers Summit Dubai 2026 from 24–26 November
Designed around the theme “Where Doers and Investors Build What’s Next”, the 2026 edition will feature high-growth technology companies and investment leaders from Europe, the GCC, Asia, Africa and emerging innovation hubs globally. -
LeadershipThe Company Building Abu Dhabi’s Next Chapter
With an order book of over $10bn, and a pipeline stretching from Saadiyat Island to Dubai, Talal Al Dhiyebi has turned Abu Dhabi’s largest developer into a barometer of the emirate’s own ambitions. -
LeadershipHow Ohana Development Turned Attainable Luxury Into Abu Dhabi’s Fastest Sell-Out
Ohana Development CEO Husein Salem has become the master of branded residences. He explains why he believes true luxury is about belonging, not status symbols. -
Business NewsUAE Islamic Bank ruya Partners With Magure to Build an AI-Native Banking Model
The announcement comes as ruya and Magure confirm that their first three agentic AI use cases have already gone live in production. -
Business NewsEmirates NBD, Dubai Future District Fund Partner to Advance Fintech and AI Innovation
The collaboration will also enable the bank to explore partnerships with DFDF portfolio companies through structured pilots and potential commercial deployments. -
Business News‘Dubai-It’ Award Opens Nominations: Here’s What You Need To Know
A strong nomination is not simply about having an ambitious idea. The award looks at how effectively that idea was executed, how quickly it translated into results, and whether its impact can be demonstrated through credible evidence. -
FinanceThe End of the Transaction: Lukas Kerrebijn, Co-Founder of RD Dubai, on What Investors Now Demand From Dubai Operators
Capital underwrites operators the way it underwrites assets, on fundamentals rather than on marketing, as it becomes more institutional. -
Business NewsKhalifa Fund Launches ‘Future Founders Market’ for Young Entrepreneurs
The initiative gives participants practical experience across different stages of entrepreneurship, including product development, brand building, product presentation and customer engagement. -
Growth StrategiesThe UAE’s Next Economic Powerhouse Will Be Built By SMEs—But Only If They Can Scale
Gregg Pearce, Head of SoHo and SME at du, explains why the next chapter of the UAE’s entrepreneurial growth will depend on helping founders move beyond fragmented systems, administrative overload, and startup-stage thinking.By Mina Vucic -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Guillaume Giroux, Founder and CEO, Dubai Immo (Elysee Vendome Real Estate LLC)
Giroux has received numerous industry awards, including the MENAA Award 2023, presented by former French President François Hollande. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Andrew Cummings, Head of Residential Agency – Middle East, Savills Middle East
Andrew sold over AED1 billion in residential property, including record AED 90m+ sales at Tilal Al Ghaf. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Farooq Syed, CEO, Springfield Properties
Founded in 2008, Springfield now has over 200 employees and has been repeatedly recognized as a top firm, including by Dubai Holdings. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Ben Crompton, Managing Partner, Crompton Partners Estate Agents
Ben oversees the strategic direction of Crompton Partners, and is widely quoted in the media for his expertise in the legal and practical aspects of Abu Dhabi’s property -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Matt Siddell, Founder, Matt Siddell Real Estate Advisory
With deep expertise in real estate, private equity, and debt financing, he works discreetly with UHNW investors and family offices, advising on property investments, portfolios, and development projects. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Zay Brown, Founder and CEO, Brown & Ferguson
Under Brown’s leadership, Brown & Ferguson has expanded its services beyond brokerage to include investment advisory for high-net-worth individuals seeking opportunities across Dubai’s evolving real estate market. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Dounia Fadi, Managing Director, eXp Realty
A mother of three and a power executive, she has multiple awards and millions of dirhams in transactions to her name. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Amer Saadeh, Founder and CEO, PSI Real Estate (Property Shop Investment)
Under Saadeh’s leadership, PSI has grown into a preeminent international real estate force -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Barnaby Crompton, Co-Founder, Eden Realty / Crompton Partners
Crompton’s record-breaking career includes facilitating the highest-value ready apartment sale in Dubai’s history and the 3rd and 4th highest-value transactions ever recorded in Emirates Hills. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Neil Maclean, Managing Director, White & Co Real Estate
After experience with several high-profile Dubai companies, he partnered with Calum to help launch White & Co as a brokerage-focused agency -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Ahmad Ayoub, Co-founder and CEO, Ayoub & Co
Ahmad Ayoub has built his career from scratch and earned a reputation in the real estate industry, bringing his background in architecture. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Mohammed Fares, Private Office Advisor, Engel & Völkers Dubai
Fares has closed over 800 transactions exceeding AED2 billion and was named No. 1 Advisor Globally within the Engel & Völkers network. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Louis Harding, CEO, Betterhomes
He joined Betterhomes in 2023 as Managing Director before serving as CEO in 2025. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Simon Baker, Founder and Managing Director, haus & haus
Originally from the United Kingdom, Baker began his professional career in sales, gaining experience across several highly competitive industries before relocating to Dubai in 2005. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Debbie Cope, Owner/Managing Director, House Hunters Real Estate
Debbie Cope’s connection to Arabian Ranches dates back to its earliest off-plan sales, with many original clients still working with House Hunters today -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Michael Wilson, Associate Director, Allsopp & Allsopp
Known for his client-first approach, strong communication skills, and dedication to delivering exceptional service, he helps buyers, sellers, and investors navigate Dubai’s luxury real estate market with confidence. -
EntrepreneursThe Borderless Age: Why AI Wil Become the World’s New Infrastructure
Artificial intelligence is moving beyond productivity tools to become the infrastructure connecting businesses, governments, financial systems, and people across borders. Yahia Alhami explores how AI agents, satellite connectivity, digital identity, fintech, and integrated public services will shape the Borderless Age—and why trust, leadership, and responsible governance will determine who succeeds. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Kianoush Darban, Associate Partner, Driven Properties
Kianoush relocated to Dubai in 2014 to pursue his passion for real estate and was named Driven Properties’ Top Sales Agent of the Year in both 2016 and 2017 -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Rasha Ibrahim, Senior Sales Manager, Metropolitan Premium Properties
She joined Metropolitan in 2021, bringing a strong network and property portfolio across Dubai -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Angelika Egoschin, Co-founder, Real Estate Blondies
She specializes in boutique investments, off-plan projects, distress deals, and long-term client support, focused on delivering exceptional returns with maximum security for her clients. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Adilet Chynystanov, Associate Director of Sales, Springfield Properties
With over 14 years of experience in the UAE. Having built his career in Dubai’s competitive property market -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Alona Lurdes, Top Sales Manager, Sobha Realty
Recognized as one of the city’s leading real estate influencers, her educational content helps investors and homebuyers better understand Dubai’s evolving property market. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Vinit Parikh, Chief Sales Officer, Sobha Realty
Vinit joined Sobha Realty in 2018 as Assistant Vice President of Sales before rising to CSO -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Elvira Sharshenalieva, Founder and CEO, Eva Real Estate
Elvira personally generated over AED 5 billion in sales before launching her own firm -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Tatyana Savostina, Founder and CEO, Savos Realty
Tatyana specializes in connecting savvy investors, corporates, and high-net-worth individuals with best-in-class Dubai investment opportunities -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Romeo Kossaify, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Homes and Beyond Real Estate
Romeo guides investors toward high-value opportunities with strong appreciation and ROI potential -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Federico Coletti, Co-founder and CEO, Domia Estates
Federico specializes in off-plan and secondary market sales, portfolio building, and market entry strategies for international clients -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Emrah Yar, Founder and CEO, Equity
Under his leadership, Equity has expanded rapidly, winning accolades including the Bayut Best Newcomer award and major luxury property sales. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Soufie Jnidee, Founder, Golden Oak Properties
As the founder of Golden Oak Properties, Jnidee leads the company’s services across investment portfolios, property acquisition, property flipping, return-on-equity strategies, and asset management. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Mai Khaled, VIP Portfolio Manager, Property Shop Investment
Khaled is a licensed broker committed to helping clients find their dream home in the UAE -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Nassira Sekkay, Founder and CEO, Nassira Properties
With an elite network spanning international investors, high-net-worth individuals -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Loai Al Fakir, Founder and CEO, Provident Estate
With nearly two decades of experience after entering the property market in Cyprus and Dubai -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Nikita Kuznetsov, Founder and CEO, Metropolitan Premium Properties
Originally from Russia, he arrived in the UAE at 19 with limited funds, -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Qurat Ul Ain, Co-founder, Dre Homes Real Estate
As Chief Leadership Officer, Qurat Ul Ain oversees talent development, organizational culture, and leadership initiatives across the company. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Mohamed Samir Al Horani, Partner/CEO, Provident Real Estate
With more than AED5 billion in high-end property transactions -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Alexey Gorbachev, Founder and CEO, Idealist Real Estate
Alexey is a frequent public speaker, published writer, and host of the podcast “Resource = People,” working with hundreds of clients worldwide. -
LeadershipReal Estate Leaders Driving UAE Property Market Resilience: Meet the Agents Ranked 71–100
Completing Entrepreneur Middle East’s 100 Real Estate Agents list, this selection showcases the final group of industry leaders and dealmakers recognized for their contribution to the UAE’s dynamic property market. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Samantha Yousif, Owner, Syla Real Estate
Known for her unwavering client advocacy, she combines in-depth market knowledge with strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals for her clients. -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Mark Towers, Owner, Founder, And Managing Director Of Edwards And Towers Real Estate
Mark specialises in residential and commercial sales, leasing, and property investments, having operated in the UAE property market since -
Leadership100 Real Estate Agents: Anthony Abou Jaoude, CEO and Founder, Disruptive Real Estate
He has closed over USD2.5 billion in real estate transactions and built a track record across residential and investment properties.