Season 3

Get ready for a powerful new season of In Focus, where Aldar’s 2030 strategy comes to life through the voices of our people.

From signature experiences to capital management, join us as we explore the actions shaping a future defined by thoughtfulness, ambition, and purpose.

Latest Episode

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Salwa Al Maflahi | Executive Director – Sustainability and Community Outreach

In this episode of In Focus, Salwa Al Maflahi shares Aldar’s vision for social impact by empowering youth, strengthening inclusion, and expanding accessibility across the community. Through purposeful partnerships and a people-first approach, Salwa highlights how progress is achieved by uplifting every life.

01. Ahmed Benrekia | Strategy &Transformation

In this episode, Ahmed Benrekia, Executive Director of Strategy and Transformation, shares the thinking behind Aldar’s new strategic pillars: Signature Experience, Product Excellence, and Capital Management.

02. Cecilia Reinaldo | Chief Commercial Officer, Aldar Development

In this episode, Cecilia Reinaldo, shares how Aldar is placing hospitality at the heart of service. From onboarding to handover, every interaction is thoughtfully designed to feel personal, intuitive and inspired by the generosity of Emirati culture.

03. Christopher Knable | Chief Districts and Communities Officer at Asteco, Aldar Estates

In this episode, Christopher Knable, Chief Districts and Communities Officer at Asteco, Aldar Estates, reveals how Aldar is turning hospitality into a strategic advantage. Tune in to discover how an experience-led approach is redefining what it means to belong.

04. Asma Aljassmi | Executive Director - Project Controls and Operations

In this episode, Asma Aljassmi unpacks how Aldar is building smarter and faster. From the Pulse platform to modular construction pilots, discover how her team is translating strategic ambition into tangible and sustainable impact across the UAE.

05. Marc Gilligan | Director of Portfolio Management

In this episode, Marc Gilligan, Director of Portfolio Management, shares how thoughtful design, and a tenant-first mindset are shaping Aldar’s evolving commercial portfolio. With over 4 million square feet under development, Marc offers insight into how Aldar is setting a new benchmark for commercial real estate.

06. Alhasan Alzaabi | Executive Director - Infrastructure and Government Relations

In this episode, Alhasan Alzaabi explores the scale, strategic thinking, and collaboration behind Aldar’s purpose-led infrastructure and government housing partnerships. From community walkways and cycling paths to vital roads and bridges, he shares the thinking to deliver the projects that shape our everyday lives.

07. Murad Younes | Vice President - Group Partnerships and Sponsorships

In this episode, Murad Younes shows how hospitality and data can move together to create something remarkable. Through Darna, Aldar is turning everyday interactions into moments of care, connection, and lasting significance.

08. Joseph Hayes | Senior Vice President - Talent & Performance

In this episode, Joseph Hayes reveals how innovation in learning and performance is creating a culture of customer excellence. With innovative tools and personalised growth opportunities, he shows how Aldar’s commitment to progress aligns with Abu Dhabi’s vision to stand as a global leader in service excellence.

09. Salwa Al Maflahi | Executive Director – Sustainability and Community Outreach

Season 2

Tune in to In Focus and join the experts behind Aldar’s visionary goals. We are shaping the future with innovative strategies, collaborative projects, and transformative designs.

You don’t want to miss this.

01. Dave Taylor | Education

Explore the world of education with Dave Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at Aldar Education, and see how we are preparing future leaders.

02. David Dudley | Partnerships & Investments

Hear about our expanding local and international portfolio with David Dudley, Chief Partnerships and Investments Officer at Aldar Development, as he shares our progress and insights in new markets.

03. Omar Al Dhiyebi | Retail

Don’t miss Omar Al Dhiyebi discuss how Aldar are continuously innovating retail spaces to transform the customer experience.

04. Harry Nakichbandi | Digital Futures

Explore digital advances with Harry Nakichbandi, Executive Director of Group Digital Futures, and see how we are creating seamless experiences across our smart communities.

05. Dunia Khaleel | Design

Join Dunia Khaleel, Senior Vice President of Interior Design at Aldar Development, as she reveals our innovative design approach.

06. Khaled Alrajhi | Estates

Discover how design, tech and social spaces come together to create human-centric communities with Khaled Alrajhi, CEO of Aldar Estates.

07. Jamie Goodenough | Sponsorships

In this episode of In Focus, Jamie Goodenough, Vice President of Marketing Partnerships, discusses strategic collaborations and the importance of sponsorships at Aldar. He explains how they use this to drive brand awareness and employee engagement.

08. Adel Al Beriki | Projects

Get ready to gain insight into how Aldar manages the construction process from design to handover with Adel Al Breiki, CEO of Aldar Projects.

Season 1

In Focus, a series of insightful conversations on how we are accelerating into the future.

01. Talal Al Dhiyebi | Leadership

Our Group CEO shares his vision to become the region’s leading real estate investment and development company.

02. Sahar Cooper | Education

Our CEO of Aldar Education talks passionately about inspiring the next generation.

03. Salwa Al Muflahi & Mohammed Jebreel | Sustainability

Listen to how we are driving the sustainability agenda to create a positive impact

04. Jonathan Emery | Development

Our CEO of Aldar Development discusses his desire to build the most well-designed communities

05. Saoud Khoury | Retail

We discuss how Aldar is transforming retail challenges into new opportunities and experiences.

06. Bayan Al Hosani | People & Communications