MBI - Key Persons
Pursuing a B.A. in Political Science and Psychology from the George Washington University in Washington D.C., Abduljaleel strives to excel in anything he takes part in. Along with strong academics, Abduljaleel has interned at esteemed institutions both internationally and domestically. His work experience includes time at the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, the United Arab Emirates Embassy in Washington D.C. and Berlin, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development. His work in both the political and financial sector makes him a well-rounded, valuable asset to the team.
Job Titles:
- CHAIRMAN of MUBARAK & BROTHERS PROPERTY & FINANCIAL INVESTMENT - UAE LLC ( MBI )
Leading MBI since its inception in 2003. Excellency has looked over the entire range of its businesses. He is also the Honorary Chairman of Al Fahim Group
(www.alfahim.com) that holds a multitude of lucrative and known businesses. His excellency previously served as Vice President of Abu Dhabi Chamber and a board member of National Bank of Abu Dhabi and United Arab Bank. He is currently the Chairman of International Investment Bank
Job Titles:
- HEAD of PROJECTS
- SENIOR DIRECTOR MBI / FUNTASTIC
With over 37 years of experience in the Construction industry, Mel Lidster has extensive international construction and project management experience in the private and government sectors. Mel has worked on many iconic projects in his 16 years of service in the UAE,, including: Abu Dhabi Marina Mall, Mall of the Emirates, The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall and Deerfields Town Square Mall. He is also currently directing the Retail Consultancy services for Reem Mall Abu Dhabi and Abu Dhabi Airport Midfield Terminal Building.
After graduating with an Architecture degree from The University of Greenwich London, Mubarak joined the esteemed architecture atelier of Zaha Hadid. He then pursued an MBA from Pepperdine University, Los Angeles, after which he received extensive training in the sovereign wealth fund, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority. Mubarak continues to thrive in order to become one of the new generations' economic and political leaders within the UAE, surpassing his family's reputation and legacy. He sits as a junior executive board member in Al Fahim Group and Mubarak & Brothers Investment Group since 2009, and continues to develop and diversify his family's businesses to keep up with the ever changing business world we live in today.
Job Titles:
- SENIOR DIRECTOR FUNTASTIC
A chartered architect (Singapore) with over 23 years of professional experience in building design and managing construction on large scales, with a mixture of development projects in the UAE and internationally.. Sonny is most notably cited for his major contribution at the Dubai Mall project, and his retail design and delivery during his term as Chief Architect and VP of Emaar Malls. Sonny Tan is now continuing his leadership tenure with MBI, empowering the team to expand their business through Funtastic Engineering Consultancy and Funtastic Facilities & Management Services LLC.
Job Titles:
- President of the United Arab Emirates