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MANAGEMENT TEAM

Every organization’s success lies in the base of a solid team. RDC houses a diverse team of professionals with a wide range of skills and expertise. Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest quality work and going above and beyond to exceed our client’s expectations.

We have developed a select team of dynamic professionals from the Middle East, Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America, striking a balance between creativity, experience, and drive with a team ethos of delivering the highest levels of client satisfaction.

We strive to create a positive and supportive work environment for all our employees. This allows for effective communication and knowledge sharing across projects, ensuring all RDC’s clients benefit from the depth of the team’s international expertise.

Tariq Nazzal

General Manager

“Great Leaders don’t set out to become leaders; they set out to make a difference .”

Driving operational excellence in organizations from inception to completion, Mr. Tariq Nazzal holds the position of General Manager at the Royal Development Company. By exuding his dynamic, effective, and influential leadership style that motivates both his team and partners alike, Mr. Nazzal is responsible for overseeing all facets of the organization.

His strong leadership within and throughout the real estate sector makes him a dynamic advocate for the entire sector. Mr. Nazzal possesses a hands-on experience in feasibility studies, financial performance, design management, project management, contract negotiation, business development, and risk management, all backed up by remarkable achievements that stand as a testimony to his wealth of knowledge and persistence to succeed in the present competitive landscape.

Before joining the Royal Development Company in 2019, Mr. Tariq garnered extensive real estate experience over 20 years by working with key development and investment companies all around the globe. His project roster includes an illustrious list of mixed-use projects in UAE, Seychelles, Greece, Pakistan, Sudan, Maldives, Morocco, Serbia, and the list goes on. The methodology of conducting business for Mr. Nazzal has been always reflected in the concept of managing the development at all stages from the moment of creating the concept design to realizing exemplary accomplishments. His international work expertise brings to the fore leading technological and procedural advancements, enriching the organization’s systems and outlook thus establishing him as a regional industry leader.

Mr. Tariq holds a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from Birzeit University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from The British University in Dubai. He also has earned accreditation as a Project Management Professional.

Joseph Atallah

Head of Marketing

“Marketing is about touching people's everyday life in a significant way.”

As Head of Marketing at the Royal Development Company, Mr. Joseph Atallah plays a vital role in the company’s success. He is a seasoned marketing and communication professional that can direct an organization in visioning its strategic growth.

During his work experience spanning over 20 years, Mr. Atallah was a pivotal contributor to the success of multi-national brands in the MENA region. Working with leading multinational agencies in the area, has given Mr. Atallah the knowledge and experience in allocating the best marketing strategies for several significant brands in major industries, such as real estate, banking, FMCG, and much more. Mr. Joseph has helmed top management positions at many of the renowned marketing and communication firms, building an enviable list of partners, in semi-government, government, and private sectors alike.

An awarded MarCom veteran recognized by several international MarCom organizations, Mr. Atallah enjoys the extensive experience that is manifested through a multitude of successes, thus rendering his contribution to this sector which is witnessing great expansion in the MENA region.

Joseph holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (BBA) from the American University of Beirut.

Pawan Tolani

Head of Operations

“CRM is your GPS.”

Expert in translating operational goals into tangible action plans, Mr. Pawan Tolani is our accomplished Head of Operations at the Royal Development Company.

As a skilled strategist, Pawan has demonstrated his abilities in leveraging corporate strategies, building successful businesses, and driving revenue growth through strategic initiatives.

With over 17 years of illustrious work experience in the UAE Market, Pawan has successfully led key executive positions in notable organizations like Wasl, Jumeirah Golf Estate, Chestertons MENA, and many more.

His academic prowess teamed with practical experience has resulted in notable business turnarounds and elevated revenue growth. His specialized background in finance and business management has enabled organizations to optimize their portfolios and achieve significant growth.

Mr. Pawan has completed his B.Sc in Business Administration from Southern New Hampshire University, USA, and his MBA from the University of Bradford, U.K. He also holds a certified Realtor license from the Dubai Real Estate Institute and has obtained various accreditations in the fields of Financial Accounting and Financial Modelling.

Emad Nassef

Head of Sales

“Sales is not a transaction but rather an experience.”

Mr. Emad Nassef is our results-oriented, enterprising Head of Sales. He specializes in devising innovative and competitive sales execution plans.

Emad is also an expert in developing strategic sales plans based on market insights, and devises successful market approaches, using the best-in-market tools and procedures.

Armed with more than 15 years of work experience, Mr. Nassef has served as head of sales for several notable real estate companies and banks in the UAE; which equipped him with an in-depth knowledge of the intricacies of the UAE market. He is known for being an exceptional performer, earning a sizable revenue gain, which makes him our prized asset at the company.

Mr. Emad holds a Bachelor’s degree in French from Al Minia University, Egypt. He has also industry-relevant certifications as a Real Estate Practitioner, Trained by RERA.

Sanjay Arora

Head of Development

"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have." Maya Angelou

Mr. Arora is a veteran professional with two decades of hands-on experience in the areas of real estate design and development, architecture, project management & planning, market research, feasibility studies, and cost & revenue, to name only the major ones.

With impeccable knowledge of the project life cycle and the capacity to liaise and work seamlessly with senior managers of various disciplines, he always retains a firm grasp on the various aspects of project development, mitigating risks and motivating staff to achieve the best results.

As an architect, he has brought architecture and design into his structured leadership style, stressing balance, and taking a holistic approach when dealing with business challenges.

Before joining the Royal Development Company, Mr. Arora accumulated a wealth of experience in managing the development, design, and execution of dozens of mega projects with major development companies like India’s leading DLF and the Dubai-based EMAAR, DAMAC.

In his career, Mr. Arora has received dozens of awards and recognition from his employers and clients alike.

Mr. Arora has a bachelor’s degree in architecture from MANIT, Bhopal, India.

Salma Khalid

Head of Design

“Quality means doing it right when no one is looking” – Henry Ford

A talented Design Manager with more than 20 years of experience in managing projects starting from inception through completion, Salma has worked across a broad range of challenging projects of different sizes in different fields, including master plans, education, healthcare, hospitality, government, aviation, ports & border posts, industrial buildings, residential, mosques, and retail.

Her career has seen her lead and fully coordinate dedicated teams comprised of architects, engineers, and finance staff, in addition to handling all communication with project’s consultants.

She is a skilled communicator with all project relevant stakeholders, making sure all work meets expectations in accordance with project brief and scope – while also ensuring the final cost does not exceed the allocated budget.

She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Science of Architectural Engineering from the University of Baghdad, Iraq, and a Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, also from the University of Baghdad, Iraq.