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Known for her unwavering client advocacy, she combines in-depth market knowledge with strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals for her clients.

Mark specialises in residential and commercial sales, leasing, and property investments, having operated in the UAE property market since

He has closed over USD2.5 billion in real estate transactions and built a track record across residential and investment properties.

Since launching the company, Batal has built strong relationships with leading developers and investors while growing Hero Real Estate into a recognized name in the market.

Husni Al Bayari also founded Evolutions, a real estate intelligence hub connecting industry stakeholders through expert services, a global network, and a curated concept store.

Under her leadership, Sheglova has helped Dacha Real Estate achieve industry recognition through the Bayut Awards. In 2024, Dacha Real Estate was named Agency of the Year (Premium) in the People’s Choice category.

Ayman Sadieh has facilitated more than AED1 billion in transactions while helping position NAS Luxury as one of the capital’s leading luxury real estate brands.

Since founding the business in 2008, he has grown it into an international firm with operations in Dubai, London, and Karachi.

Francisca Pavese is recognized for her strategic leadership, innovative marketing approach, and expertise in positioning brands for growth.

Mohamed Magdy has been ranked the network’s #1 UAE Sales Associate eight times and became the first UAE member of the International Society of Excellence.

Jackie Johns has led the brokerage through more than 20 years in the UAE market, including its recent merger with The Noble House Real Estate.

Sheridan leads a luxury- focused brokerage representing properties valued at AED3 million and above across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Walid Al Zarooni has built W Capital into a brokerage working with more than 100 accredited developers while becoming one of the industry’s earliest educators on social media.

Mania Merrikhi brings more than 20 years of experience in communications, marketing, business development, and commercial strategy across the MENA region.

John Lyons rose through Espace as Head of Sales and Leasing before being appointed Managing Director in October 2019.

Khawaja has played a key role in the company’s growth while fostering a client-focused and collaborative approach to Dubai’s real estate market.

Under his leadership, the company recorded nearly AED4.5 billion in sales in 2023 alone, with continued expansion into new communities and Abu Dhabi.

Lomax has led the boutique agency through multimillion-dollar investment rounds and Property Finder Boutique Brokerage awards.

McCone has overseen more than 1,500 transactions and built the firm into an award-winning agency.

Dutch-born with over seven years in Dubai real estate, he previously spent 15 years in senior fitness-industry roles before transitioning into property.

Allaoa co-brokered the AED175 million sale of a Sea Mirror villa alongside Kianoush Darban, one of the standout transactions highlighted in Dubai’s 2024 luxury market.

Hadi Hamra is Managing Partner at Driven Properties, having joined in 2020 and risen from Sales Manager to a senior leadership role.

Having grown up in Dubai, she brings deep market knowledge and a client-focused approach to one of the world’s most dynamic property markets.

Daniel Hadi leads the company’s strategic growth, operational excellence, and expansion across the region.

Rami Wahood rose through the firm, becoming Associate Director in 2019, Executive Director in 2020, and Associate Partner in 2023.

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