Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA)

Issam Galadari, Chief Executive Officer at Dubai Healthcare City Authority (DHCA), is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of driving corporate growth. With a career spanning three decades, he is recognised for his strategic insight, innovative approach, and commitment to excellence.

Galadari's leadership journey began at Dubai Municipality, where he played a pivotal role in the city's transformation into a global metropolis. While serving as CEO at Emaar Properties, he oversaw iconic developments such as Downtown Dubai and Burj Khalifa, solidifying his reputation as a visionary leader. As Managing Director of Emaar International, he successfully expanded the company's footprint to 11 countries across Asia and North Africa, demonstrating strategic insights and operational expertise in large-scale real estate developments. 

Extending his leadership expertise into Dubai’s hospitality sector, Galadari acted as Director of ICD Hospitality and Leisure, managing assets such as Atlantis and the One & Only Cape Town.

In addition to his role at DHCA, Galadari is also the Director and CEO of Ithra Dubai LLC, a leading real estate developer, wholly owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD). In this position, he continues to shape Dubai's growth through a focus on sustainable development and innovation, aligning with the emirate's long-term vision, where he oversaw the success of the skyline-defining One Za’abeel and the community-building Deira Enrichment Project. 

Galadari's achievements have earned him recognition from respected entities, including the UAE Society of Engineers and the Institution of Civil Engineering in the United Kingdom. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the Polytechnic of Wales, UK, and a postgraduate degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Southampton.