Formation of the Board of Directors

His Excellency Suhail Suhail Faris Ghanem Almazrouei is one of the UAE’s most distinguished national figures, with an outstanding career in government and economic affairs. He has accumulated extensive experience spanning decades in public administration, infrastructure and economic development.

He has held several senior leadership positions at the Department of Public Works – Abu Dhabi, progressing through various administrative and executive roles until his appointment as Undersecretary of the Department in late 2003. During his tenure, he made significant contributions to enhancing institutional performance and supporting the implementation of strategic projects.

He is recognised as a prominent economic figure in the UAE, playing a significant role in supporting the national economy and contributing to its sustainability.

Mr. Alameri is a highly accomplished legal professional with a diverse background in international law. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Common Law from the American University in Cyprus, which was evaluated at San Diego University. He further enhanced his expertise by earning a master’s degree in U.S. Law from George Mason University in Virginia, graduating among the top five in his class.

With extensive experience as legal counsel in Turkey, the UAE, and the USA, Mr. Alameri has worked with renowned law firms, including Oncel Law Firm in Turkey and Kanaan Law Firm and Hogan Lovells in the UAE. Since 2017, he has served as a freelance legal advisor in the United States, providing strategic legal counsel across various sectors.

Mr. Alameri brings a wealth of knowledge and a unique international perspective to the Board, ensuring that the company navigates the complex legal landscape with confidence and integrity. His commitment to excellence and a strong understanding of diverse legal systems make him an invaluable asset to the Board.

Mr. Al Thawadi is a seasoned executive with over 30 years of experience in human resources, public relations, facilities, and security management. He has held key roles in prominent Abu Dhabi institutions such as ADIA, Target Engineering, and Al Serkal Group. Holding a degree in Business Administration from Ajman University, he has also completed professional training in negotiation, crisis management, and facilities management. Known for his institutional insight and people‑focused leadership, Mr. Al Thawadi brings valuable expertise to governance roles that demand stakeholder alignment and operational resilience.

Dr. Almehairbi is a young and ambitious Emirati citizen whose personality combines the spirit of adventurous youth and the wisdom of experienced traders and investors. Dr. Almehairbi is the Chairman of Arabian Gulf Investment Group and its subsidiaries, one of the fastest‑growing companies in the Gulf and North Africa region.

Dr. Almehairbi has achieved great success in closing major deals that have effectively supported the national economy, expanded the Company’s business, and enabled expansion into all investment fields.

Current positions held by Dr. Almehairbi:

• Member of the Executive Committee of the UAE International Investors Council
• Chairman of the board: Anan Investment Holding PSC
• Founder and Chairman of The Luxury Villa Real Estate Management Company
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of MKI International Real Estate Investment Company
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Gulf Expo Construction & Trading Company
• Chairman of the Board of Directors of Kingson Amai Real Estate Investment Company

His Awards and Achievements

• Honorary Doctorate in International Economics from London University
• Middle East Real Estate Man from the International Investment Forum 2021
• Shield of the most leading real estate institution in regional companies
• Arab Real Estate Man of the Year 2021
• Real Estate Man in the Middle East and North Africa from the Emirates Investments Magazine for the year 2022.

Eng. Rudina Al Hamzye is an accomplished Emirati energy professional with extensive experience across ADNOC Gas and Occidental Petroleum, spanning operations, asset management, and reliability leadership in the UAE, Oman, and the United States.

She currently oversees plant performance, governance frameworks, and large-scale CAPEX and OPEX Programmes, driving measurable improvements in operational efficiency, safety performance, asset reliability, and financial outcomes. Her leadership approach integrates technical excellence with disciplined financial oversight and strategic alignment to corporate objectives.

Eng. Al Hamzye brings to the Board strong engineering expertise, operational governance experience, and a forward‑looking perspective aligned with the UAE’s Energy Strategy.

Mr. Pharran is a senior executive with over 30 years of experience in developing and delivering large‑scale infrastructure projects, with deep expertise in Public–Private Partnership (PPP) frameworks. He has led and executed multiple multi‑billion‑riyal concessions, achieving successful financial closes and building long‑term project backlogs.

He has extensive experience working with national energy stakeholders, including projects developed to ARAMCO standards, and has collaborated closely with sovereign‑linked investment and development platforms, including BIF‑aligned initiatives.

His Highness graduated from the United Arab Emirates University in 2004 with a bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering. He entered the field of commerce and business administration upon graduation from university and manages his father’s businesses and properties.

He currently holds several positions, including:

• Vice Chairman of Abu Dhabi Insurance Company
• Chairman of City Land Group
• Chairman of Tamakkan Real Estate
• Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Al Ain University
• Chairman of Drake and Scull International PJSC

Dr. Al Afifi is an entrepreneur and a driven Chief Executive with more than 10 years of progressive management experience. He has extensive experience with highly complex management systems that require a deep understanding of critical business drivers across multiple markets and industries; he is highly successful in building relationships with upper‑level decision‑makers, seizing control of critical problem areas, and delivering on customer commitments.

As GM/CEO of H.H Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan’s Office, Dr. Al Afifi achieved year-on-year revenue and business growth objectives within a rapidly changing environment with high professionalism in strategic and implementation planning and guiding, directing the organisation through substantial change management utilising strong and effective strategic leadership, to become a recognised example with proven strong ability in solving complex company problems using excellent judgement and decisionmaking skills.

Dr. Al Afifi obtained his MBA from the UAE University (Al Ain) and his PhD in Project Management from the British University in Dubai. He is also a Member of the Board of Trustees of Al Ain University and a board member of Drake and Scull International PJSC.

Mr. Kilani is a well‑versed finance professional with more than 20 years of experience in finance, investment banking, and corporate finance at regional and local firms. Mr. Kilani’s experience spans energy, real estate, trading, manufacturing, construction, education, and tourism sectors. Throughout his career, Mr. Kilani managed several transactions, including IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, private placements, restructuring, and equity valuations.

He currently holds several positions, including:

• Member of the Board of Trustees of Al Ain University

Mr. Al Sadi is one of the most reputable and well‑respected investment management and IPO managers in the region, with more than 20 years of experience in Investment Management, Risk Management, Business Planning, Operations, and Treasury Management. Mr. Al Sadi has been associated with large institutions in both regional and domestic markets, including Citibank, Standard Chartered Bank, ANZ Bank, and Dubai Islamic Bank.

Ms. Wong is an experienced finance professional with 20 years of global banking experience with Rabobank, Australia;’ New Zealand Banking Group; and Standard Chartered Bank. Grace has held various roles in Sydney, London, and Dubai, covering commodities, corporate banking, trade finance, real estate, and risk management. Prior to joining Rasmala Investment Bank Limited in 2021, Ms. Wong held roles at financial boutiques and an investment fund in London and served as Head of Commodities and Agribusiness at Standard Chartered Bank in London. Ms. Wong has an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, a master’s degree in International Law from the University of Sydney, and an undergraduate degree in Finance and Economics from the University of Technology, Sydney.