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
Shafiq Abdelhamid
Mr. Shafiq Abdelhamid is an accomplished and prominent Emirati Engineer and Operations Management professional with over 30 years of
International Contracting, Business & Investment Experience.
He is the Founder and Chairman of City Oasis Real Estate and City Living Real Estate Companies.
He was also the founding Chairman and CEO of City Engineering & Contracting LLC a well-known and respected main contracting company in UAE. Also served as Vice Chairman of Eshraq Investments pjsc.
Mr. Abdelhamid holds a BSc and MSc in Civil Engineering from Manhattan College, New York, USA.
Mr. Shafiq Abdelhamid has been the Chairman of the board of directors of DSI pjsc since 2019.
VICE-CHAIRMAN
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.
He also serves as a board member of Tabarak Investment LLC.
Mr. Ahmad Kilani previously served on the board of trustees of Al Ain University, Wahat Al Zaweya Real Estate PJSC, and Takaful Emarat PJSC, he also served as CEO of Tabarak Investment for more than 11 years.
Mr. Ahmad Kilani holds a BSc in finance degree from Al-Yarmouk University and an MBA from the University of Jordan.
Mr. Ahmed Kilani has been a board member of DSI PJSC since 2017 He is also a member of the Audit, Nomination and Remuneration and Restructuring committees.
BOARD MEMBER
Abdulla Atatreh
Mr. Abdulla Atatreh is an esteemed Emirati Businessman & Engineer. He brings to DSI PJSC more than 22 Years of rich and diverse executive & supervisory experience covering the full spectrum of investments, industries & businesses of energy, insurance, education, real estate development, marine & contracting.
He is currently holding the Vice-Chairman and Managing Director position of Tabarak Investment. In addition, he serves in the following roles, a Vice-Chairman of Bonyan International Investment Group, a Board Member of Wahat Al Zaweya, on the Board of Trustees of Al Ain University, and the Vice Chairman of Takaful Emarat Company.
Mr. Abdulla Atatreh holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from the United Arab Emirates University.
Mr. Abdullah Atatreh has been on the board of DSI PJSC since 2017 and he also serves as a member of DSI PJSC Nomination & Remuneration Committee.
BOARD MEMBER
Mr. Ahmed Abdullah Kankzar
Board Member
Mr. Saqr Hasan
Mr. Saqr Hasan is a dynamic entrepreneur, with over 20 years of experience in Debt & Capital markets. As the Founder & CEO of SKH, Saqr has built a reputation as a leader and trusted advisor to family offices both internationally and within the GCC.
Saqr's expertise has earned him a seat on the Board of some of the largest publicly listed companies in the UAE, including Takaful Emarat. He also serves as Strategic Advisor to the Board of Rasmala Investment Bank, where he brings his alternative investment-focused approach to asset management strategies.
Saqr has a track record of delivering results - from driving performance to overseeing large-scale business restructurings, Saqr has executed more than 30 successful transactions.
Before founding SKH, Saqr held executive positions in regional and international Banks,
including CitiBank, Emirates NBD, Dubai Islamic Bank, and Ajman Bank.
Mr. Saqr Hasan has been on the DSI board since 2022 and also serves as a member of the DSI pjsc audit committee.
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.