Board of Directors
The prominent members of Drake & Scull’s Board of Directors are highly esteemed industry veterans who have led the way in shaping the iconic skylines of the Middle East. Their collective experience, knowledge, vision and wisdom steer the company towards success and distinction. They are committed to maximising shareholder value, delivering powerful results and longevity. The board continues to set and achieve higher goals for DSI.
Chairman
H.H. Shaikh Theyab Bin Tahnoon Bin Mohammad
Al - Nahyan
Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan has gained extensive and diverse experience during his tenure as the head of the private office for His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, the representative of the ruler in the Al Ain region.
He has developed strong and solid relationships with senior officials, bringing him close to the citizens to understand their situations and meet their requirements and needs. Sheikh Theyab bin Tahnoon has succeeded in various positions he has undertaken. He has worked in numerous leadership roles for major public and private national contributing companies, achieving accomplishments in various projects he supervised and executed appropriately and as required.
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Vice chairman
Eng. Abdulla Atatreh
Eng. Abdulla Atatreh is an esteemed Emirati businessman with engineering background who brings to Drake & Scull International PJSC more than 22 Years of rich and diverse executive & supervisory experience covering the full spectrum of real estate developments, turnaround transactions, financial investments into the industrial, energy, insurance, education marine and contracting sectors. Mr. Atatreh is currently, Vice-Chairman of Core International Investment Group Holding PSC, Board Member of Anan Investment Holding PJSC, the Vice-Chairman of Tabarak Investment.
He works closely with stakeholders in devising business strategies, implementing plans, sourcing and executing growth transactions, development of the team and liaising with regulators and creditors.
He holds bachelor’s in civil engineering from the United Arab Emirates University and master’s in business administration.
Mr. Atatreh has been on the board of directors of Drake & Scull International PJSC since 2017 and a member of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee.
Board Member
Dr. Abdul Rahman Mahmoud Al Afifi
Dr. Abdul Rahman Mahmoud Al Afifi gained extensive experience in the fields of management, guidance, strategic planning, and execution. He successfully built relationships across various fields and activities, progressing through multiple positions and roles over a span of 20 years. This journey led him to the position of the Director of the Private Office for His Highness Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, the representative of the ruler in the Al Ain region.
He achieved outstanding success by enhancing operational efficiency in the companies under his management, restructuring processes to serve business objectives and achieve revenue growth, diversifying investments to reduce risks, and successfully managing and implementing massive projects that have become a distinctive mark in urban development within the country.
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Board Member
Ahmad Kilani
Mr. Ahmad Kilani brings to DSI PJSC two decades of experience in finance and investment banking, in regional and local firms across energy, real estate, trading, manufacturing, construction, and
education and tourism sectors.
Successfully managed multiple IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, private placements, restructuring, and equity valuations.
Mr. Ahmad Kilani currently serves as the CEO of Gulf Navigation Holding PJSC.
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Board Member
Mr. Mustafa Khreiba
Mustafa Kheriba, Executive Chairman of Iceberg Capital; member of the Board of Directors of Mirabank, Quantum Age Corporation; and Member of the Steering Committee Pathway 20 initiative. Mustafa was named as a top 50 Mena Fund Manager two years running, and is well known for creating and building value within firms.
He has held key positions across organizations in the UAE, Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, KSA and UK; and was a member of the Board of Directors of several locally listed entities.
Board Member
Mr. Abdulrahman Mohammed Alali
Abdulrahman Al Ali has a background in sales, marketing and international tourism. He has extensive experience in the airline industry, where he worked closely with corporate clients and the diplomatic sector, as well as significant experience in the free zone industry.
His expertise in strategic sales and client relationships is complemented by his education, providing a strong foundation in understanding global market dynamics. Known for his motivation and active engagement, Abdulrahman is dedicated to driving business growth and achieving excellence in all his professional endeavors.
BOARD MEMBER
Mrs. Mia Zecevic
Ms. Mia Zecevic is the owner and CEO of the Novastone Real Estate platform. She has more than 20 years of experience in the real estate markets sector in addition to her experience working as a financial analyst for local and international financial markets in brokerage companies.