Sami Asad was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Aldar Properties PJSC in November 2010.

In his previous role as Chief Operating Officer, Sami was responsible for Aldar's significant portfolio across the full development spectrum, ensuring the successful delivery of projects such as the first phase of Yas Island ahead of the inaugural Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the Souk at Central Market and Al Bandar, the first residential community at Al Raha Beach. He also played an integral role in the expansion of Aldar's third party project work capabilities.

Sami joined Aldar in 2008 as Technical Director and was promoted to the role of Chief Operating Officer in the same year. Before joining Aldar, he held the position of Deputy Vice President of Projects at Dolphin Energy for 5 years and has occupied various managerial positions at ADNOC during his 37 year career.