Dubai: Dubai Holding on Monday announced key appointments at the Dubai Properties Group (DPG).
Abdul Latif Al Mulla will take the helm of Dubai Properties Group (DPG) as Group CEO, bringing with him over two decades of experience in strategic leadership. Al Mulla has held a number of senior leadership roles, including Group CEO at Tecom Investments, part of Dubai Holding, where he played an instrumental role in growing the 11 business communities of Tecom Investments, a key part of Dubai’s transformation into a knowledge-based economy.
He also held the post of CEO of SmartCity, which oversees the development and management of knowledge clusters and business townships across the globe. He has also served as the general manager of Microsoft Gulf.
In his new role, Al Mulla will oversee Dubai Properties Group’s diverse portfolio and will offer leadership and advice to the team.
“I have closely witnessed the success of Dubai Holding and its businesses. I take pride in holding this new position with DPG,” Al Mulla said. “As part of a journey of transformation, DPG’s business model will continue to evolve, to enable us to respond innovatively to the growing market requirements and the needs of our customers and partners.”
Meanwhile, Naaman Atta Allah has been appointed as the CEO for Dubai Properties (DP). A seasoned real estate specialist, Atallah brings over 23 years of experience within the real estate industry. Prior to joining DP, he held the position of Chief Operating Officer for Qatari Diar in Doha, where he managed a portfolio of over 30 projects around the world. Atallah will lead and deliver upon DP’s strategic mandate to develop integrated real estate solutions that meet the needs of Dubai and its long-term development.
According to Fadel Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Holding, Dubai is increasingly recognised as the egion’s hub for leisure and business.
“... We believe we have a lot to offer and contribute to the emirate’s development” Al Ali said. “These strategic appointments of industry experts come in line with the business growth plans of DPG, and strengthen its leadership position.”
Atta Allah said he was excited to be leading DP into its next chapter of growth.
“We are at the forefront of driving the dynamic growth of Dubai over the years ahead,” he said. “I look forward to drawing on my experience, and to work with the team to craft a new success story of Dubai.”
