Ahmad Al Falasi

Executive Director, Group Operations at Emaar

Mr. Ahmad Al Falasi, Executive Director – Group Operations, joined Emaar in 2002. He has been an integral team member in the development of Emaar’s iconic projects including Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, The Dubai Fountain and The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest retail and entertainment destination in Downtown Dubai.An experienced property management professional, he has been managing the company’s diverse service offerings including Customer Care, Contact Centre, Facilities Management, Property Handover, Property Transfer and Community Management divisions and is now taking it to the next level in professionalism and excellence.Previously Executive Director – Property Management, he was responsible for planning and management of the operations, programmes, human resources, finance and risk management measures for Emaar’s key property developments in Dubai.In his new role, he participates with the Board of Directors and Senior Management in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide different departments. He also works with the Finance Committee to prepare a comprehensive budget and recommend yearly budgets for the Board’s approval. Besides executing operational plans with current and long-term goals, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the various departments, he is also actively involved in human resources planning and management and implements a performance management programme for all staff.He has served as Director – Property Management; Senior Manager – Property Management; Manager – Corporate Services & Administration; and Purchasing Manager – Corporate Services, at Emaar. Previously, he was Head of Brokers Section of Dubai Financial Market.A graduate in Business Administration with majors in Economics from East Washington University, Mr. Al Falasi has successfully completed the Executive Development (PED) programme in General Management from the International Institute for Management Development, Switzerland.