Follows group’s first debt issuance and underscores efforts to institutionalise operations
Dubai, UAE – May 2025 – OMNIYAT Group, the parent company of the renowned ultra-luxury real estate developer OMNIYAT and its wider-luxury counterpart BEYOND, has announced the formation of a Strategic Advisory Board to spearhead its next era of growth, innovation, and global transformation.
This move follows a significant achievement for the group: OMNIYAT’s $500 million green sukuk issuance, marking its first entry into the international debt capital markets. The announcement comes amid the group’s accelerated plans to build a AED 100 billion portfolio over the next five years while institutionalizing its operations to reinforce long-term value creation.
An Esteemed Global Advisory Panel
The newly established Advisory Board consists of high-profile global figures with rich experience across finance, governance, law, international relations, and investment. Members include:
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Noel Quinn, former Group CEO of HSBC
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Nadhim Zahawi, former UK Chancellor of the Exchequer
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Dr. Mark Machin, Founder of Intrepid Growth Partners and former CEO of Canada Pension Plan Investments
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Tim Collins, CEO of Ripplewood Advisors
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Dr. Habib Al Mulla, Founder of Habib Al Mulla and Partners
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Abdulmohsen Al Rashed, Managing Partner of Al Rashed Group
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Hishammuddin Hussein, former Malaysian Minister of Defence and Foreign Affairs
Working closely with OMNIYAT’s Founder and Executive Chairman Mahdi Amjad and the senior leadership team, the Board will provide strategic guidance and global insight. The objective is to evolve OMNIYAT Group into a future-ready, diversified real estate powerhouse with international reach and institutional credibility.
Chairman’s Vision
“This is a proud and defining milestone for OMNIYAT Group and our portfolio brands,” said Mahdi Amjad, Founder and Executive Chairman. “With nearly two decades of excellence in ultra-luxury, and the fast-paced rise of BEYOND in the wider-luxury segment, we believe this is the perfect time to bring in seasoned global experts. Their insights, experience, and vision will guide us as we shape the future of real estate and continue delivering exceptional, best-in-class experiences across every market we serve.”
Meet the Members: Global Experience and Proven Leadership
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Noel Quinn recently retired in 2024 after a distinguished 37-year career with HSBC, including five years as Group CEO. He remains active in the Sustainable Markets Initiative, founded by King Charles, and was formerly Chair of its Financial Services Taskforce and Principal in the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero.
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Nadhim Zahawi served as a UK Member of Parliament for Stratford-on-Avon for nearly 15 years, holding several key government roles. He currently serves as Non-Executive Chair and Board Member of The Very Group.
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Dr. Mark Machin is a seasoned global investor with leadership experience in finance and asset management. He led Canada Pension Plan Investments (2016–2021) and earlier spent 20+ years at Goldman Sachs, heading Capital Markets in Asia (ex-Japan). Dr. Machin now advises GIC, Mubadala Investment Company, CVC Capital, and the Atlantic Council, among others.
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Tim Collins, Founder of Ripplewood Advisors since 1995, has driven over $20 billion in enterprise value across markets in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. He played pivotal roles in transforming institutions like Shinsei Bank (Japan) and Commercial International Bank (Egypt). Collins has also served on boards such as Citigroup, Palm Hills, and is part of the McKinsey Advisory Council.
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Dr. Habib Al Mulla is a respected Emirati legal expert with over 32 years of experience. He was instrumental in crafting Dubai’s legislative frameworks and has served on the UAE Federal National Council and the UAE Jurists Association.
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Abdulmohsen Al Rashed, Managing Partner of Al Rashed Group, brings more than four decades of real estate and investment leadership. His deep regional knowledge and business acumen make him a valuable contributor to OMNIYAT’s future planning.
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Hishammuddin Hussein, a distinguished Malaysian statesman, has served in Parliament since 1995. He held major cabinet roles in defence, foreign affairs, and internal security, playing a crucial role in national security and regional diplomacy.
Inaugural Meeting Sets Strategic Tone
The first Advisory Board meeting took place on May 8, 2025, at The Lana Dorchester Collection, where members were presented with a comprehensive overview of OMNIYAT Group’s current performance, strategic priorities, and future initiatives.
A Bold Step Toward a Global Future
OMNIYAT’s creation of a high-powered, international Advisory Board reaffirms its ambition to redefine luxury real estate through global best practices, strategic foresight, and institutional excellence. As the group aims to scale and innovate, this initiative marks a key inflection point in its journey toward global prominence.
