< Previous90 May 2024 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 R anda Mustafa is a pioneering leader in the real estate sector, dr iven by a deep-rooted passion for entrepreneurship that has shaped her multifaceted career. With ventures spanning diverse business domains worldwide, she has established herself as a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur, owning and managing over five successful businesses on a global scale. In her current role at Royal Lounge Properties in Abu Dhabi, Randa has emerged as a trailblazer in the real estate industry, showcasing her expertise and dedication to excellence. Her recent achieve- ment of an associateship in the prestigious International Real Estate Federation underscores her commitment to advancing in the field and signifies her recognition as a leader in the global real estate community. As a talented marketer, her trajectory exemplifies her relent- less pursuit of perfection and her adeptness in navigating the complexities of business with finesse. Randa’s exceptional accomplishments have been lauded internationally, with honours bestowed upon her in Paris, France, by the Interna- tional Real Estate Federation. Through her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment, she continues to set new stand- ards for success, leaving a lasting imprint on the real estate sector and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs. Amidst her illustrious career, Randa has not only demon- strated exceptional leadership but has also garnered a pleth- ora of accolades and awards for her remarkable contributions. From receiving the ALDAR Ambassador Award to being recognized as a winner in Real Estate Brokerage by the Luxury Lifestyle Awards, her visionary leadership has propelled Royal Lounge Properties to the forefront of the industry, solidifying her reputation as a distinguished leader in real estate. About Royal Lounge Properties Operating in prime locations across the UAE, Royal Lounge Properties boasts three branches in Abu Dhabi alone, includ- ing its main sales centre situated at the prestigious location of The St. Regis Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. This strategic posi- tioning allows the company to offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients. From residential to commercial properties, the company’s commit- ment to excellence permeates every aspect of its operations. Royal Lounge Properties, under Randa’s astute guidance, has garnered international acclaim, earning an invitation to Moscow’s Premier International Real Estate Show (MPIRES). This prestigious event serves as a testament to the company's sterling reputation and unwavering commitment to excellence on the global stage. In addition to these accolades, Royal Lounge Properties has been consistently recognised for its excellence in service and innovation. The company has received prestigious awards such as the MAG Outstanding Sales Achievement Award, and the Award Winner for Best Real Estate Agency Marketing. Moreover, Royal Lounge Properties has been recognised with the ALDAR Honours Award for being the Top Performing Agency and has consistently ranked among the Top 10 Companies in Abu Dhabi for the past years since its inception. REAL ESTATE RANDA MUSTAFA Managing Partner Royal Lounge Propertiesarabianbusiness.com 91 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 BANKING RANDA SADIK CEO Arab Bank Sadik has forged an illustrious career in the banking and financial services industry, spanning three decades of significant achievements and leadership roles. Her career trajectory culminated in February 2022 when she assumed the role of CEO at Arab Bank, follow- ing her tenure as the deputy CEO for over ten years in Jordan's largest financial institution. With an impressive background of 24 years in diverse leadership positions, Sadik notably served as the group general manager of the International Bank- ing Group at the prestigious National Bank of Kuwait. Sadik’s strategic acumen and visionary leadership have been integral in guiding Arab Bank towards a trajectory of expansion and sustainable growth. Her strategic direction and notable accomplishments have not only bolstered the bank’s standing locally and regionally but have also reinforced its reputation as a leading financial institution. Under her adept guidance, Arab Bank has collaborated on the Women’s Economic Empowerment project, helping women through initiatives that foster financial stability and uplift their living standards. Beyond her role as CEO, Sadik plays an active and influ- ential role in various leadership positions within the Arab Bank Group. She assumes the mantle of board member for Oman Arab Bank and demonstrates her leadership acumen as the chair of the Arab Tunisian Bank board. Additionally, Sadik spearheads the management committee of the Al-Arabi Investment Group, showcasing her dedication to strategic decision-making and oversight. Further- more, she holds the position of vice chairman at Arab Bank Australia, while also serving as the chairman of the Arab Tunisian Bank and the vice chairman of Arab Bank Australia. Her multifaceted roles within these institutions reflect her unwavering commitment to driving growth, innovation, and excellence across the banking and financial landscape. About Arab Bank Arab Bank has witnessed significant financial growth, with net profits amounting to $630.3m during the initial nine months of 2023, marking a substantial 55 percent increase compared to the same period in 2022. In August 2023, the bank intro- duced Arabi SMEs, a tailored suite of integrated banking solutions designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises. This comprehensive offering, anchored by the innovative Arabi Next app, provides advanced digital solutions catering to SMEs' unique needs, delivering a seamless and uninterrupted banking experience for users. Arab Bank, in alliance with INJAZ, has introduced a targeted training scheme to enhance financial awareness among university students in multiple regions of Jordan. This initiative is integrated into Arab Bank’s sustainability strategy, focusing on financial inclusion, literacy, and social responsi- bility within the local community. The programme, spanning six universities in Jordan, aims to educate students on essential financial concepts such as effective financial planning, savings strategies, and the latest financial products and services, including digital banking solutions. 92 May 2024 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 Dr. Osman has been leading Saudi Ger man Health (SGH) in her current role since May 2021, leveraging her extensive two-decade healthcare experience. With a medical background from Tishreen University of Medicine and dual master's degrees in business administration and ophthalmology and eye surgery from Wollongong University in Sydney, Australia, complemented by a certificate in management healthcare delivery from Harvard Business School, Dr. Osman's leadership has driven SGH's success in Dubai's healthcare sector and the Middle East's medical tourism market. Her journey from dedicated ophthalmic surgeon to accom- plished healthcare manager spans over 11 years, showcasing her visionary leadership that has propelled SGH UAE to new heights through strategic expansions and transformative initi- atives. Recognised for her contributions to healthcare manage- ment, Dr. Osman's oversight has earned SGH prestigious accreditations, accolades, and awards while reinforcing the group's commitment to social responsibility through philan- thropic endeavours like the Zayed Giving Initiative and the Arab Women Foundation. Her strategic acumen in corporate strategy, talent acquisition, and development planning has greatly enhanced SGH UAE's financial performance and competitive edge under her guidance. About SGH With a long-standing family legacy as medical trailblazers in the Kingdom, SGH was established by the Batterjee family and has since evolved into the preeminent private healthcare provider spanning the MENA region. Their expansion and success underscore the culmination of years of dedication and innovation, setting new benchmarks in the healthcare industry. The group’s journey reflects a deep-rooted pride in their Saudi origins, showcasing their ability to forge impactful partnerships on a global scale. Embracing a diverse range of offerings such as subspecialty clinics, affiliations with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, the International Visiting Professor Programme, the Saudi German Academy, and several other transformative ventures, SGH continues to shape the future of healthcare delivery and education with pioneering strides towards enhanced patient care and medical education. SGH operates 18 facilities across KSA, UAE, Egypt, Yemen, Morocco, and Pakistan, making it one of the largest hospital groups in the MENA region. SGH Dubai, embodying the ethos of "Caring like family," offers a wide range of medi- cal services, including critical care, specialties, subspecialties, and a significant private sector emergency department. With over 35 years of excellence, SGH serves over 3,000 beds, more than 9,000 employees, and caters to 2.5 million patients annu- ally across 44 medical specialties and subspecialties. At Arab Health 2024, SGH showcased its commitment to medical advancement with initiatives like the Ahaleena loyalty programme, enabling patients to accumulate points redeem- able for medical services across SGH facilities. The upcoming SGH RCM Academy will provide comprehensive education on revenue cycle management and healthcare aspects. HEALTHCARE REEM OSMAN Regional CEO, UAE, Oman, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Pakistan Saudi German Health (SGH)arabianbusiness.com 93 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 BANKING ROLA ABU MANNEH CEO UAE, Middle East, and Pakistan Standard Chartered A bu Manneh is the first Emirati woman to lead an international bank across the UAE, Middle East, and Pakistan following her role as CEO of Stand- ard Chartered UAE, which she held since August 2018. She has been instrumental in transforming Standard Chartered’s UAE business into one of the largest three markets for the Standard Chartered Group globally. In January and May 2023, Abu Manneh was appointed director on the boards of both Standard Chartered (Pakistan) and Standard Char- tered Uganda. She is also a board member at MyZoi, a wholly owned subsidiary of Standard Chartered and incubated through SC Ventures. In 2021, she was selected as a member of the board of directors of the Dubai International Chamber, whose mission is to represent, support and protect the interests of the business community in Dubai. Throughout the years, she has consist- ently championed women’s empowerment and female entre- preneurship. She actively spearheads initiatives aimed at providing mentorship programmes for university students, ensuring participants are well-prepared with the necessary skills for success. Her impact extends globally, as evidenced by her roles such as a member of the Global Council for Sustainable Development Goal 5 – Gender Equality (‘SDG5’), a UAE delegate in the G20Empower, and a member of the NYUAD Vice Chancellor’s Leadership Council. Additionally, she serves as a director on the Board of Make-A-Wish Founda- tion UAE and holds advisory positions for both the Global Summit of Women and the Fortune Global Forum. Prior to her career with Standard Chartered, Abu Manneh served as the Head of Corporate & Investment Bank- ing for Abu Dhabi at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB). Prior to this, she held the role of general manager of FAB’s Wholesale Banking Group, comprising Project Finance Syndications, Financial Institutions Group, and Global Transaction Banking. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics & Operational Research from the University of London, Royal Holloway, and Bedford New College. About Standard Chartered Standard Chartered’s purpose is to drive commerce and pros- perity through its unique diversity. It sets a single direction for everything the bank does, connecting its strategy to its growth and the ambitions it has in the societies that it operates in. The bank’s strategic priorities put this purpose into action by connecting the Bank with major economic and social shifts in the markets they call home. This defines how the Bank engages with its customers and society as it aligns its activities to these shifts to shape the forces driving its growth. Furthermore, the bank has pledged its support to the UAE’s sustainability agenda, with a dedicated team focusing on environmental, social, corporate governance, and sustain- able finance and is well positioned to deploy its resources strategically to support the UAE in achieving its 2050 net zero objective.100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 RONALDO MOUCHAWAR Vice President Amazon MENA Mouchawar holds a promi- nent position in the dynamic e-commerce sector of the MENA region. He spearheaded the evolution of Souq. com Group into the largest e-commerce retailer in the Arab world, culminating in its acquisition by tech behemoth Amazon for $580m in 2017. His strate- gic vision, dating back to 2005 when Souq.com was established in the UAE, led to significant expansions into vital markets such as KSA and Egypt. In 2014, he introduced the annual White Friday sale, cementing its position as a highly anticipated shop- ping event in the region. Mouchawar further extended the reach of Souq.com through the launch of PayFort, a premier online payment service, and Q-Express, a logistics division aimed at enhancing delivery efficiency. The growth trajectory of Souq.com was underlined by a $275m investment in 2016, propelling its valuation to over $1bn and solidifying its status as the region’s first unicorn. Following the acquisition by Amazon, the tran- sition to Amazon.ae in the UAE in 2019 and Amazon.sa in KSA in 2020 showcased his strategic alignment with the global e-commerce giant. Mouchawar’s commitment to enhancing the user experience through Arabic language support led to the introduction of Amazon Prime in the UAE in 2019 and Amazon Home Services in 2020, alongside the launch of Prime in KSA in 2021. His influential contributions extend beyond e-commerce into the realm of technology and innovation, evident through investments in platforms like Instashop, a UAE-based grocery app, which was acquired by Delivery Hero in 2020. Moucha- war's active involvement in shaping the future landscape of technology in the region is reflected through his advisory roles on renowned boards, including the Dubai Future Academy and the International Advisory Council at the Executive Council. About Amazon MENA Amazon is guided by four principles: customer obsession rather than competitor focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term thinking. Amazon strives to be Earth’s Most Customer-Centric Company, Earth’s Best Employer, and Earth’s Safest Place to Work. Amazon MENA continues to innovate and transform e-commerce experiences across the region. The recent establishment of a cutting-edge Fulfilment Centre in Dubai in April 2023, equipped with state- of-the-art technology to enhance storage capacity by 70 percent, underscores the company’s commitment to operational efficiency. Situated in Dubai South’s Logistics District, the facil- ity strategically supports key transportation hubs, contrib- uting significantly to the digital economy objectives of the UAE. The expanded capacity is geared towards accommo- dating products from 100,000 businesses on Amazon.ae by 2026 and includes tailored training and upskilling programmes for employees, aligning with the UAE’s burgeoning digital economy. Amazon.ae has extended its international shopping expe- rience to Qatar, allowing local customers access to a wide array of products from the UAE, accessible in both Arabic and English to cater to the preferences of users based on their location and shipping address. ECOMMERCE 94 May 2024arabianbusiness.com 95 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY SAEEDA JAFFAR Senior Vice President and Group Country Manager – GCC Visa Jaffar is a highly experienced leader with a strong back- ground in financial services, payment systems, and digital technologies. Her career spans roles in private and investment banks, private equity firms, and sover- eign wealth funds. At Visa, she helmed forward-thinking initi- atives, including the sponsorship of the FIFA World Cup and the launch of the Visa Masters of Movement NFT Collection. Notably, she was instrumental in spearheading Visa’s impact- ful She’s Next initiative in the UAE, empowering local women entrepreneurs through valuable networking, mentoring, and funding opportunities. Throughout her 20-year career, Jaffar has been deeply involved in strategic, M&A, and performance-related under- takings across diverse industries. In her current position, she leads a dedicated team focused on propelling Visa’s business growth with key clients and partners from financial institu- tions, governmental bodies, and collaborators, furthering Visa’s overarching mission to foster prosperity for individuals, businesses, and economies. Her professional journey has seen her engage extensively across the Middle East, Europe, and the US, contributing strategic insights and expertise to clients in the financial services sector, including universal banks, investment banks, private banks, private equity firms, sovereign wealth funds, government entities, and family-owned businesses. Beyond her impactful role at Visa, Jaffar serves as a trusted board member of trustees at the American University of Kuwait (AUK), leveraging her extensive financial services and payments sector knowledge in this capacity. Drawing from her experience as the managing director for the Middle East at Alvarez and Marsal over the past five years, she has held distinguished leadership posi- tions at United Arab Bank, Bahrain FinTech Bay, and McKinsey and Company. About Visa As a global leader in digital payments, Visa operates across more than 200 countries, facilitating seamless connections among consumers, businesses, financial institutions, and governments through a secure and efficient payment network. Committed to advancing women's entrepreneurship, Visa has dedicated over $3m since 2020 to support women-owned businesses in over 30 countries through grants and the impact- ful She’s Next initiative. Visa stands as a founding member of Dubai Police’s Economic Crimes Operations Centre. Over the past five years, Visa has invested $10bn in cutting-edge technology to bolster security measures and reduce fraudulent activities, including a $500m allocation towards AI and data infrastructure to safeguard clients and consumers by leveraging advanced AI capabilities. In March 2024, Visa unveiled the results of an independent study titled Value of Acceptance, which explores merchants’ attitudes towards digital payments and the impact of digital commerce on small businesses and retailers in the UAE. The findings from Visa’s study demonstrated that 68 percent of surveyed merchants accepting digital payments claimed acceptance of payment through card and mobile wallets is an essential investment that contributes to their growth. While digital payment-accepting merchants surveyed are aware of the associated costs with acceptance, 95 percent believe that the value and benefits derived from digital payment acceptance are at par with or exceed associated costs. 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 96 May 2024 Al Kaabi commenced his tenure with Qatar Energy during his academic studies and upon his graduation, assumed a key role within Qatar Ener- gy’s Reservoir & Field Development Department. Over time, he ascended through a series of diverse positions encompassing commercial, technical, petroleum engineering, and supervi- sory functions. On an upward career trajectory, he progressed to the role of Gas Devel- opment Manager, over seeing the management and development initia- tives of North Field. Al Kaabi and his team managed the implementation of numerous large-scale gas projects founded on cutting-edge technologies. These endeavours played an instru- mental role in propelling Qatar’s rise as a preeminent global LNG and GTL hub. Expanded duties and nominations Alongside his role as president & CEO, Al-Kaabi was recog- nised with the titles of minister of State for Energy Affairs and cabinet member of the State of Qatar, as well as deputy chairman of Qatar Petroleum, on 4th November 2018. He presides over the strategic activities of two key entities in Qatar’s commercial landscape, Qatar Petroleum, overseeing the spectrum of oil and gas operations, and Industries Qatar. Al Kaabi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Energy & Gas Engineering from the Pennsylvania State University in the US. In his capacity as Minister of State for Energy Affairs, his core duties encompass the formulation of overarching policies and strategies for the national industrial sector, ensuring efficient exploitation of the country's natural resources in adherence to legislation, and bearing the ulti- mate accountability for all energy-related matters, among other critical responsibilities. Qatar Energy and sustainability Qatar Energy recognises the critical importance of sustain- ability and is committed to the sustainable development of their business, their people, and broader society. The conglomerate demonstrates this by adopting a comprehen- sive and integrated approach in addressing the challenges posed by climate change, taking action to mitigate the impact on the environment, ensuring safe and responsible opera- tions, and contributing to overall social and economic devel- ENERGY SAAD SHERIDA AL KAABI CEO and Minister of State for Energy Affairs Qatar Energyarabianbusiness.com 97 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 opment. Qatar Energy believes that by integrating sustain- ability into their businesses and operations, they can contribute to building a better future for all. Their sustain- ability strategy is founded on three pillars, including climate change and environmental action, operational responsibility, and social and economic development. Qatar Energy produces the ingredients that are used to create just about everything, from medicines and fertilisers to electronic devices and paints, to clothing and building mate- rials. As a fully integrated energy corporation, Qatar Energy covers the full spectrum of the oil and gas value chain, from exploration to production, from processing and refining to sales and delivery. As the world’s leader in the production of Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), Qatar Energy is adapting their direction and strategic objectives to meet the challenges of the new business environment with greater dynamism, resilience, and efficiency. They are currently implementing their North Field East Project (NFE) to raise their LNG production capacity from 77 million tonnes per year currently to 110 million tonnes per year. NFE represents the first phase of Qatar’s planned LNG expansion. The second phase of Qatar’s LNG expansion project, the North Field South Project (NFS), will further increase Qatar’s LNG production capacity from 110 million tonnes per year to 126 million tonnes per year. Qatar Energy’s LNG fleet expansion programme On 31 March 2024, Qatar Energy signed long-term time char- ter party (TCP) agreements with four international shipown- ers for the operation of 19 new, ultra-modern conventional size LNG vessels as part of the second ship-owner tender under Qatar Energy’s historic LNG fleet expansion programme. The agreements cater for the operation of six vessels by CMES LNG Carrier Investment, six vessels by Shandong Marine Energy (Singapore), and three vessels by MISC Berhad; all of which are being constructed at Samsung Qatar Energy covers the full spectrum of the oil and gas value chain, from exploration, production, processing and refining to sales and delivery Heavy Industries in South Korea. The remaining four vessels will be operated by a joint venture of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K-Line) and Hyundai Glovis Co. and are being constructed at Hanwha Ocean (formerly Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering) also in South Korea. Since 2022, Qatar Energy has signed a series of TCPs for the long-term charter and operation of 104 conventional LNG vessels, as part of its historic LNG fleet expansion programme. This initiative will support Qatar Energy’s expanding LNG production capacity from the North Field LNG expansion and Golden Pass LNG export projects, as well as meeting its long-term fleet replacement requirements. 43 ships out of the 104 will be chartered by Qatar Ener- gy’s affiliate Qatar Energy Trading, marking it the single largest one-step ship acquisition programme of any single entity in the history of the LNG industry, and placing Qatar Energy and consequently Qatar Energy Trading firmly on the road to becoming a leading global LNG trader. The 19 conventional LNG vessels, part of today’s agreements, have a capacity of 174,000 cubic metres each and will be equipped with the latest LNG shipping technologies, embodying Qatar Energy’s ongoing endeavours to achieve optimal fuel effi- ciency and reduce carbon emissions. Recent acquisitions In March 2024, Qatar Energy and Total Energies signed a farm-in agreement with Africa Oil Corporation, Ricocure, and Eco Atlantic Oil & Gas to acquire participating interests in Block 3B/4B, offshore South Africa. Following completion of the transaction, Qatar Energy will hold a 24 percent partici- pating interest in Block 3B/4B, Total Energies will hold 33 percent and will be the operator, while the remaining partici- pating interests will be held by existing licence holders, Africa Oil Corporation (17 percent), Ricocure (19.75 percent) and Eco Atlantic Oil & Gas (6.25 percent). 98 May 2024 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 SAHAR COOPER CEO Aldar Education Boasting over 30 years of exper- tise in international education management, Cooper took up her current role in 2018. Her background includes key leadership positions at GEMS Education and a tenure as associate director of Opera- tions at American University of Sharjah. With a career stretching 25 years in global education leadership, she has dedicated the last 19 years to various senior roles in the UAE, including as the associate director of Operations at the American University of Sharjah. Previously, Cooper served as the chief schools’ operations officer at GEMS Education, one of the world's largest K-12 private education providers. Her role was instrumental in enabling schools to concentrate on premium education delivery by offering centralised operational support and commercial lead- ership for all non-academic functions. This involved aligning strategies and programmes to create business value for both internal as well as external stakeholders. Cooper's management prowess is evidenced in her lead- ership of sizable, intricate multi-site educational projects. She has a proven history of enhancing business performance within the education sector across operational delivery, supply chain management, risk and governance, health and safety, strategy formulation and implementation, project management, M&A integration, as well as facilities and asset management. Furthermore, her robust experience encompasses talent devel- opment, succession planning, in addition to leading organisa- tional change. About Aldar Education Since the establishment of The Pearl Academy in 2007, Aldar Academies has rapidly progressed to become a key provider of private education, currently serving over 6,500 pupils across seven academies. Aldar Academies is advancing plans to enhance its existing schools and construct new ones, with the aim to double its capacity to over 14,000 students in the forth- coming years. These growth plans include ambitions to broaden its presence within the nursery sector, offering chil- dren the opportunity for priority admissions into Aldar Acad- emies’ primary schools. The initiatives of Aldar Education are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030, which is dedicated to fostering a sustainable, knowledge-based economy via exceptional educa- tion services. In alignment with this vision, Aldar Education has committed a substantial investment of $272 million into the capital's educational sector. This funding is allocated towards integrating the latest instructional technologies, augmenting creative and sports facilities, and establishing strategic partner- ships with industry giants, including Microsoft. Beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year, Aldar Educa- tion has embarked on a comprehensive digital transformation of all of its schools. This strategy entails the integration of superior technology to elevate the educational landscape and facilitate cohesive communication among pupils, educators, parents, and management staff. The group is deploying sophis- ticated technology in classrooms to support pioneering educa- tional approaches. EDUCATIONarabianbusiness.com 99 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL ARABS 2024 REAL ESTATE SAMEH MUHTADI CEO Rak Properties Muhtadi is a real estate industry veteran with a proven track record in the sector. In his current role since 2022, he has been leading the company to formulate and achieve its strategy and carry on with its vision and mission, overseeing the high-level communication with stakeholders and the board to ensure that strategic objectives are achieved. His tenure has been marked by strategic brilliance fostering growth and greatly helped Ras Al Khaimah’s positioning as a leading tourism and investment destination. His visionary approach has propelled RAK Properties to new heights in the real estate sector. Renowned in the indus- try for his robust corporate governance, market expertise, and for building communities, Muhtadi brings with him extensive international prime real estate and operational experience from Asia, the Middle East, and the US. In the dynamic real estate sector, he stands out as a beacon of trans- formative leadership. Backed by more than 30 years of experience in real estate development and investment, construction management, project management, financial regulations, and planning, he has previously held leadership positions at Arabtec Construc- tion, The Morgan Stanley-Orascom Infrastructure Fund, Emaar Properties-Misr and Orascom-Contrack. More than just a businessman; Muhtadi is a visionary architect of sustainable growth and innovation. His leadership has not only achieved impressive financial mile- stones but has also reshaped the land- scape of Ras Al Khaimah with develop- ments that blend with nature. His commitment to sustainability, commu- nity well-being, and strategic foresight is unparalleled. His dedication to both the commu- nity and the environment, combined with his strategic partnerships as well as rebranding initiatives, positions him as a trailblazer, leading RAK Properties into a bright future. About RAK Properties Founded in accordance with the vision of Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, RAK Properties is committed to advancing economic growth and community development initiatives in the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The company seeks to enhance shareholder value through development projects in both coastal and inland areas of Ras Al Khaimah. Embracing the company’s ethos that “people make the place”, Muhtadi has substantially augmented the RAK Properties team, currently boasting a robust 165-strong workforce. His focus on cultivating a culture of excellence and inno- vation underpins the company's growth, not just in size but in setting new standards within the real estate sector. Muhtadi’s strategic acumen has played a major role in maintaining a formidable liquidity position, enabling transformative acqui- sitions, and spearheading a series of project launches. The imminent inauguration of the Anantara Mina Al Arab resort and Spa, coupled with high-profile collaborations with esteemed global brands such as Ellington Properties and Nikki Beach, exemplifies the company’s ambitious trajectory. Next >