Amit Jain: The Strategic Visionary of Emaar Properties
Amit Jain is the Group CEO of Emaar Properties PJSC, one of the most prestigious and globally recognized real estate developers based in Dubai. Since taking the helm, Jain has been a driving force behind Emaar’s evolution from a regional developer to a global powerhouse.
Known for his “balcony approach”—stepping back from immediate crises to find long-term solutions—Jain has balanced aggressive international expansion with operational excellence in Emaar’s home market of Dubai.
🏆 Key Achievements & Milestones
Financial Leadership: He navigated Emaar to record-breaking profitability, including a net profit of $3.2 billion (AED 11.6 billion) in 2023, reflecting a significant jump in the company’s fiscal health under his stewardship.
Global Footprint: Jain has spearheaded Emaar’s expansion into several international markets, including India, Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, diversifying the company’s portfolio beyond the UAE.
Operational Transformation: Having served as CFO and COO before becoming CEO in 2017, he restructured Emaar’s internal framework to enhance agility, focus on customer-centricity, and integrate sustainable ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) practices.
Sustainable Innovation: Under his leadership, Emaar has committed to the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy, emphasizing climate-resilient communities and achieving LEED Platinum certifications for flagship assets like the Burj Khalifa.
🌟 Recognition as a “Visionary”
Amit Jain’s leadership has been consistently celebrated by the industry and is further recognized at the Dubai Property Awards for his role as a Visionary Leader.
This title acknowledges his ability to anticipate shifting market dynamics—such as the transition toward community-centric living and the integration of digital technology into real estate—ensuring that Emaar remains not just a market leader, but a trendsetter for the future of urban development.
Leadership Mantra: Jain often refers to his four pillars of leadership: being a Dreamer (to set vision), a Thinker (to formulate strategy), a Warrior (to lead by example), and a Lover (to connect with and understand people).
Khalid Al Malik: Leading Dubai’s Urban Evolution
Khalid Al Malik is a prominent Emirati business leader currently serving as the Managing Director of Dubai Holding and the Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Holding Real Estate. He is a central figure in Dubai’s real estate landscape, responsible for orchestrating a massive portfolio that integrates some of the city’s most influential developers, including Nakheel, Meraas, Meydan, and Dubai Properties.
🏆 Key Achievements & Milestones
Strategic Consolidation: Al Malik has spearheaded the unification of major real estate entities under the Dubai Holding Real Estate umbrella, streamlining operations to drive Dubai’s long-term urban and economic transformation.
Iconic Developments: Under his leadership, the group manages world-renowned projects such as Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR), City Walk, and the upcoming Palm Jebel Ali, which is set to significantly expand Dubai’s coastline.
Economic Impact: He oversees a portfolio that houses over 1.2 million residents and has delivered approximately 106,000 residential units. In 2025 alone, he has presided over major contract awards, including an AED 2.6 billion deal for the Bay Villas at Dubai Islands and AED 340 million for the Riwa apartments at Madinat Jumeirah Living.
Global & Public Service: Beyond real estate, he serves on the boards of several international and local organizations, including SmartCity Malta, SmartCity Kochi, Tunisie Telecom, and the UAE International Investment Council.
🌟 Recognition as a “Visionary”
Khalid Al Malik’s influence is frequently recognized by major industry bodies. He has been named among the “Most Impactful Real Estate Leaders” by Forbes Middle East and is a recurring figure in the Construction Week Power 100 list.
His recognition at the Dubai Property Awards as a Visionary highlights his commitment to the “Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan.” This accolade reflects his ability to move beyond traditional development, focusing instead on creating sustainable, community-centric ecosystems that integrate luxury, heritage, and modern infrastructure.
Hussain Sajwani: The Pioneer of Branded Luxury
Hussain Sajwani is the Founder and Chairman of DAMAC Properties, a leading global developer of luxury real estate. Widely regarded as a “pioneer” and a “property visionary,” he has been instrumental in transforming Dubai’s skyline and introducing the concept of high-end branded living to the Middle East.
Since founding DAMAC in 2002, Sajwani has grown the company into a multi-billion dollar empire with a presence in over 10 countries, including major projects in London, Miami, Toronto, and Saudi Arabia.
🏆 Key Achievements & Milestones
Branded Living Concepts: Sajwani revolutionized the market by partnering with iconic luxury brands such as Versace Home, Fendi Casa, de GRISOGONO, and Cavalli to design unique residential interiors.
Expansion into Luxury Fashion: In 2019, through his private investment arm, he acquired the renowned Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli, further integrating the worlds of fashion and real estate.
Infrastructure & Data Centers: Under his leadership, the DAMAC Group has diversified into digital infrastructure through EDGNEX Data Centres, with multi-billion dollar investments announced for data center projects in the US, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Community Development: He spearheaded massive residential projects like DAMAC Hills and DAMAC Hills 2, which set new benchmarks for master-planned communities featuring luxury amenities like the Trump International Golf Club Dubai.
🌟 Recognition as a “Visionary”
Hussain Sajwani’s impact on the industry has been recognized with numerous high-profile accolades. At the Dubai Property Awards, we are celebrating and honoring a Visionary Leader for his bold entrepreneurial spirit and ability to anticipate global market trends.
His awards portfolio includes:
Lifetime Achievement in Real Estate (UAE Realty Awards 2025)
Real Estate Legend (Arabian Business Real Estate Awards)
Real Estate Business Leader of the Year (Gulf Business Awards)
Ranked #1 on Forbes’ Global 2000 list of Growth Champions (2017)
Business Philosophy: Sajwani attributes his success to a combination of “luck and vision,” emphasizing a hands-on leadership style and a commitment to delivering “experiences” rather than just physical properties.
