Hawazen Esber is a seasoned real estate visionary with three decades of leadership in investment and development, advising prominent GCC-based family offices, and shaping strategic direction at the board level. Renowned for his expertise in crafting vibrant, sustainable, and award-winning destinations, he has left an indelible mark on the MENA region’s real estate landscape.
His tenure at Majid Al Futtaim, AIG Global Real Estate and Kajima is defined by a pioneering, human-centric approach to placemaking, creating dynamic environments that seamlessly integrate people, businesses, and culture. His career highlights include landmark projects such as Mall of the Emirates, Al Mouj Muscat, Tilal Al Ghaf and Waterfront City.
A recognized thought leader in urban development and the future of cities, Hawazen is an active contributor to the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Future of Cities, co-authoring industry-shaping reports.
He is also a sought-after speaker at global forums such as the World Government Summit, COP, and the Urban Transformation Summit, where he shares insights on sustainable urbanism and the evolving real estate landscape.