Most Trusted Expert in Project Strategy and Risk Leadership, 2026
In an era defined by rapid development, complex governance, and high stakes national initiatives, the role of project leadership has evolved far beyond schedules, budgets, and technical delivery. This edition, Most Trusted Expert in Project Strategy and Risk Leadership, 2026, proudly features Dr. Mohamed Hussien, a leader whose work exemplifies how strategic clarity, disciplined governance, and human centered leadership can determine the success or failure of transformational projects.
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Dr. Mohamed Hussien
Project Strategy and Risk Leadership Expert
In the world of large-scale project delivery, where billions of dollars and national priorities converge, the difference between success and failure often lies not in technical prowess but in something far more nuanced: the ability to see what others miss. Dr. Mohamed Hussien discovered this truth early in his career, and it would become the foundation of nearly two decades of transformational leadership across the UAE’s most ambitious initiatives.
Said El Moudni
Director of Finance of Rixos AL Mairid Ras Al Khaimah
In the world of luxury hospitality finance, where numbers meet nuanced guest experiences, few professionals embody the perfect blend of analytical rigor and operational intuition like Said El Moudni. His journey from the hospitality-rich landscapes of Morocco to directing financial operations across some of the world’s most prestigious hotel brands tells a story of curiosity transformed into expertise, passion channeled into performance.
Imran Nawaz
Chief Strategy Officer, Heden Group
In the gleaming towers of Dubai’s business district, where ambition meets innovation, Imran Nawaz has carved out a reputation as one of the region’s most formidable strategic minds. As Chief Strategy Officer at Heden Group, he represents a new generation of leaders who don’t just navigate change they architect it.
