ESTITHMAR - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer - Military Medical City
Dr. Ahmad Al Zaatari boasts over 25 years of experience as a healthcare executive, having held various leadership positions such as CMO, COO, and CEO in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. Additionally, he is an accomplished Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon with 28 years of expertise in the field.
Dr. Al Zaatari earned his MD and underwent surgical training at the American University of Beirut. He furthered his education with a fellowship at New York University in the USA. His academic background also includes a degree in mathematics and a Master's degree in Public Health and Hospital Management from the Ecole Superieur des Affaires.
Throughout his career, Dr. Al Zaatari gained experience in Quality management and auditing, Clinical informatics, Hospital process streamlining, Operations management and Hospital Governance. His contributions extend beyond clinical practice. Dr. Al Zaatari has served as a board member and shareholder at Hammoud Hospital University Medical Center. He was also the President of the Lebanon Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. Furthermore, he held the position of Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor of Plastic Surgery at the Beirut Arab University. Notably, Dr. Al Zaatari chaired both the ethics committee and the Institutional Review Board (IRB) at HHUMC.
In January 2021, he joined Elegancia Healthcare and EWS Management Consultancy and Medical Agency in Doha, Qatar, initially as a consultant. His role evolved to that of COO and eventually CEO of the hospital.
Job Titles:
- General Manager - Korean Medical Center
- Healthcare Executive
Dr. Al-Kalla is a Healthcare Executive with 15+ years of international experience in the USA and GCC in managing and operating multi-specialty, multi-facility systems in the healthcare industry.
Dr. Al-Kalla joined Elegancia Healthcare in 2021 from NMC Healthcare Saudi Arabia (Riyadh-KSA) where he spent over 4 years, as the Vice President of Operations for five facilities in the Kingdom that were part of the NMC Health UAE Hospital System. The portfolio of services across these five facilities ranged from Primary Care to Tertiary Care Facilities, Home Care services, Long Term Care services, Cosmetics and Aesthetic Services.
Prior to this role, he was the Chief Executive Officer for Aster Sanad Hospital, based in Riyadh-KSA, one of the leading private 300 bedded tertiary care hospitals in the capital. Additionally, before that he served as the Project Manager / Healthcare Consultant, with Houston Methodist - Texas, USA, in UAE and KSA on many greenfield and brownfield projects in which he directed business operations, planned, and executed P&L, developed, and implemented industry-leading customer service efforts, and ensured clinical and non-clinical quality driven initiatives.
Dr. Al-Kalla holds a Medical Degree from Ross University, USA and a Masters Degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of Houston - Clear Lake, USA and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executive (ACHE).
Job Titles:
- Independent Board Member
- Member of the Board of Directors
Dr. Bothaina Al Ansari holds a PhD in Business Administration from Nottingham Trent University - United Kingdom, she holds a master's degree in business administration - Qatar University, she holds a master's degree in strategic planning - the American University - Cairo - the Arab Republic of Egypt, Graduated from Qatar Leadership Center - Executive Program, adviser to the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Just State Real Estate Company, Member of the Association to Promote the Role of Women in the Technological Sector - Hillary Clinton Initiative, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors of Graduates in Qatar and Secretary of the Fund, Vice President of the Association of MBA Alumni - Qatar University, Honorary Ambassador of the Qatar Cancer Society, she was awarded the title of 'Business Woman of the Year 2011' - Entrepreneur magazine.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Nominations and Remuneration Committee
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- Group Chief Executive Officer
Eng. Mohamed Al-Sadah joined Estithmar Holding as Group Chief Executive Officer in September 2023. Eng. Al-Sadah has a wealth of industry experience across various sectors, such as Oil and Gas, Investments and Telecom.
Prior to joining Estithmar Holding, Eng. Al-Sadah led several central functions in the capacity of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Business Development at Vodafone Qatar, as well as Chief Executive Officer at Hasad Food Company. He also held other senior positions in the period he worked for Qatar Investment Authority.
Eng. Al-Sadah holds an Engineering degree from the University of Arizona, USA, and he previously held several other senior positions: Chairman of Widam Food and Vice Chairman of Baladna Food Industries Co, and now holds Board Member positions in both Qatar Development Bank and Al-Hosn Investment Company.
Job Titles:
- Cluster Chief Executive Officer - Elegancia Services
Mr. Abd Almunem Al Sakka brings over two decades of extensive experience in senior leadership roles within Service companies, Construction, and Logistics across the Middle East. He boasts a distinguished track record of achieving revenue and profitability objectives through his forward-thinking and motivational leadership style. As a result-oriented executive, he has demonstrated exceptional expertise in Operational Management and the development of business processes, with a particular focus on Trading and Contracting. Abd Almunem Al-Sakka, currently serving as the visionary Cluster Chief Executive Officer at Elegancia Services, exemplifies a deep passion for excellence and an unwavering commitment to the company's mission and core values. His strategic guidance and effective management are instrumental in propelling the organization's success. Abd Almunem's remarkable leadership skills serve as an inspiration, enabling the entire team to consistently deliver exceptional results that surpass expectations. With his dedication and innovative approach, Abd Almunem ensures that Elegancia Services maintains its position at the forefront of the industry. This commitment not only leads to consistently exceeding client expectations but also sets new industry benchmarks for excellence.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of Audit and Risk Management Committee
- Chairman of the Committee
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- Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Eyad Abdulrahim brings over 25 years of experience in leading Finance departments in the region. He has led major publicly listed companies and family business finance departments and has also assumed board and top management positions within. He has also performed on major regional and international boards of directors. Mr. Eyad has worked with some of the major institutions within the Middle East and GCC including Emaar, The Economic City, Al Futtaim Group Real Estate, Dubai Properties Group, Arabtec Holding, DEPA LTD, Standard Chartered Bank, and Arab Bank. He has led several IPOs in the region in addition to major restructuring, complex money market transactions, and growth responsibilities within his career.
Eyad is a well-proven leader within the Finance community in the MENA area and the GCC in particular. He holds an MBA degree from UOWD and a degree in Accounting and Finance.
Job Titles:
- Cluster Chief Executive Officer - Contracting & Industries
Eyad K A El Khorebi is an accomplished leader with over 24 years of experience in driving operational excellence and managing cross-functional teams as a COO in one of the top leading contracting firms in the MENA region. Eng. Eyad oversaw strategic initiatives, developed and implemented strategic plans, and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and operations. Mr. Eyad has a proven track record of analyzing project performance metrics and financial reports to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities. Additionally, Eng. Eyad is skilled in establishing and overseeing crucial departments, including tendering, planning and cost control, contracts, procurement, health and safety, quality assurance/quality control, and technical office functions.
Eng. Eyad holds a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Applied Science University in Jordan, brings strategic leadership that has made substantial contributions to accomplishments in the construction sector, affiliated companies, and the wider industry. He maintains a steadfast dedication to fostering ongoing improvement initiatives and attaining sustainable business success.
Job Titles:
- Independent Board Member
- Member of the Board of Directors
Mr. Ibrahim Abdulla Al Abdulla holds BA from the College of Science - Qatar University, Director of the Regional Human Resources Offices at Qatari Diar Real Estate Investment Company, Member of the Board of Directors of Granada Trading Company, Board Member of Lighting Design Company (LDC), Advisor to Gulf Islamic Investment Company (Dubai)
Job Titles:
- Leader
- Cluster Chief Executive Officer - Elegancia Healthcare
Mr. Joseph Hazel is a seasoned leader in the Healthcare industry, with 30 years' C- suite experience across various geographical areas ranging from Africa, Europe, the UK, and the Middle East. Mr. Hazel joined Elegancia Healthcare to lead and grow the portfolio across the region. Previously, he spent nearly 7 years at Mediclinic Middle East as Chief Operating Officer for the Abu Dhabi Emirate. Mr. Hazel is completing his MSc in Healthcare Economics, Policy, and Management with (London School of Economics). Holds an MBA and Diploma in Management (Open University); certificates in Managing Healthcare Delivery and Strategy Execution (Harvard Business School); and completed director training (Institute of Directors) and leadership training (Officer British Army, Sandhurst).
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Tender Committee
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Member of the Executive Committee
- Distinguished Executive
Mr. Khaled Zi Alnon is a distinguished executive leader with a proven track record in business strategy, operations, problem-solving, and risk management. He currently serves as the Group Chief Governance Officer at Power International Holding, a dynamic international conglomerate based in Qatar. Mr. Zi Alnon has extensive experience in governance, compliance, and supply chain management, along with proven expertise in corporate policy management, delegation of authority, and business process engineering.
Throughout his career, he has held significant roles, including Group Chief Supply Chain Officer, General Manager - New Ventures, General Manager - Supply Chain, and Procurement Director. Mr. Zi Alnon commenced his career in Italy in international trade and moved to Qatar in 2017 as the Procurement Director at Baladna QPSC, where he played a pivotal role in the company's initial success. He then progressed to lead the Supply Chain Department as a General Manager, managing the end-to-end supply chain process. Subsequently, he took on the role of General Manager for the New Ventures Department, spearheading business diversification and expansion in Qatar and the international market. In terms of board involvement, Mr. Zi Alnon serves on the Board of Directors for Estithmar Holding QPSC and other Private owned companies.
His leadership and strategic acumen make him a valuable asset in governance and boardroom decision-making, and his extensive experience and multifaceted skill set position him as an influential contributor to the organizations he serves.
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- Group Chief Sales & Marketing Officer
Marwan Dimas is a results-driven strategic leader with over 30 years of experience in marketing communication, sales, and strategic management. As the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at Estithmar Holding, he has successfully led IPO communications, facilitated acquisitions, and driven ESG initiatives for prominent companies in the GCC region. Marwan specializes in digital transformations, brand revitalization, and revenue generation. His mission is to drive growth and innovation for Estithmar Holding and its stakeholders, leveraging his marketing communications and digital expertise. Marwan's extensive career achievements and expertise across various sectors make him a valuable asset in driving the success of the organizations he serves.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer - the View Hospital
Mr. Dronsfield has over 30 years' experience in senior leadership roles in acute healthcare provision across the UK and UAE.
Mr. Dronsfield joined Elegancia Healthcare in 2023 from Mediclinic Middle East where he spent over 6 years, lastly as Corporate Operations Director responsible for a portfolio of services across the continuum of care including IVF, Home Care, Enhance and the development of a Care Collaboration Centre providing telemedicine and chronic disease management services. He was also responsible for the development of Mediclinic's Environmental, Social and Governance strategy.
Prior to this role, he was the Hospital Director responsible for leading Mediclinics flagship City Hospital which was voted the top private hospital in Dubai in the Newsweek World's Best Hospitals 2022 rankings. As well as leading the hospitals response throughout the COVID-19 pandemic he introduced a robotic surgery program, living donor transplantation and achieved several international service accreditations for comprehensive cardiac, stroke, maternity and other tertiary services.
Job Titles:
- Chairman of the Board of Directors
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- Chairman of the Executive Committee
- Chairman of the Investment Committee
- Member of the Board of Directors
- President
- Vice Chairman
Mr. Ramez Al-Khayyat is a Qatari businessman
He is the Vice Chairman and Group CEO of Power International Holding a business conglomerate that operates in several sectors being contracting, industries, services, agri-food industries, real estate, hospitality, tourism, entertainment, and healthcare
Job Titles:
- Group Chief
- Human Resources Officer
Mr. Riyad Al Sowaity is a strategic HR professional with over 20 years of HR leadership experience across international markets and extensive knowledge of local labor laws. His experience spans across various industries, including construction, infrastructure, healthcare and hospitality. Holding an MBA and a law degree, Mr. Al Sowaity aligns HR functions with organizational goals to foster high employee morale and ensure efficient HR processes. In his current role as the Group Chief Human Resources Officer at Estithmar Holding, Mr. Al Sowaity is supporting the company in translating its strategic vision into business plans while building competent teams and managing company budget. His expertise in HR policies, legal compliance, and employee development is significantly contributing to organizational success.
Job Titles:
- Corporate Finance
- Executive
- Group Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Walid Shalan is an accomplished Corporate Finance Executive. He has been a key member of Power International Holding as an Executive Director, Group Corporate Finance, Investment and Financial Planning. His strong leadership record led to improved financial performance, productivity, enhanced internal controls, and robust risk management within the group.
His experience spans for over 15 years in the GCC and the Middle East Region, he successfully led IPO, Sukuk issuance, Private placement, M&A, REIT, Reversed Acquisition, PPP mega projects, turnaround, and debt portfolio restructuring. He also possesses solid experience in the following sectors: Real Estate Development, Contracting, City Operations, Facility Management, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Hospitality, Entertainment, and Banking.
Job Titles:
- Independent Board Member
- Member of the Board of Directors
Vice Chairman of Al Bidda Group, an investment house that has investments in various sectors including manufacturing, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, services and others and in various geographical areas including, Qatar, Spain and UK.
Chairman of Al Wessil Holding, a diversified Qatari holding company, handling a multibillion dollar portfolio, specialized in Mega developments, in Qatar such as ECQ and West Walk, and owning a multi activities portfolio in hospitality, finance, IT infrastructure and Business Centers. Its operations are mainly in Qatar and Gulf region as well as a portfolio of assets in Europe through its related entities.
Job Titles:
- Head of Legal
- Group Chief Legal Officer
Mrs. Sanaa Daakour joined Estithmar Holding in February 2020 as Head of Legal. She has been providing a full-scale legal support to Estithmar and its subsidiaries since then. Prior to joining Estithmar, Mrs. Sanaa worked as Senior Legal Advisor at Qatar Development Bank and Al Jaidah Group where she gained extensive experience in Qatari Laws. Prior to that, Mrs. Sanaa was a practicing lawyer, member of Beirut Bar Association in Lebanon and partner in Mena City Lawyers (Lebanon). Mrs Sanaa has years of professional experience in handling commercial transactions, corporate structuring, and different types of legal cases through her career as a Lawyer and Legal Advisor. Mrs. Sanaa holds a Bachelor degree in Law from Beirut Arab University in Lebanon.
Job Titles:
- Independent Board Member
- Member of the Board of Directors
Chairman of Al Bidda Group, an investment house that has investments in various sectors including manufacturing, real estate, hospitality, healthcare, services and others and in various geographical areas including, Qatar, Spain and UK.
Vice Chairman of Qatar Sports Club which is a sports club based in Doha, Qatar and founded in 1961. Among other sports, QSC is best known for its football team which competes in the Qatar Stars League. The club has strongly contributed to the growth of Qatar football and is located in Al Dafna area.
Sheikh Suhaim holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Marketing - Arab Academy of Sciences - Egypt and Master's degree in Business Administration- University of Plymouth - United Kingdom.