Meet Fadi Nwilati, a highly influential professional in Dubai’s real estate and property management sector, with over 20 years of experience in investment and real estate within the Middle East. As a board member and advisor of several real estate developments and investment funds, Fadi has earned a reputation for being an inspirational figure in the industry and a thought leader on Proptech.

Fadi is also a member of United Nations Arise for Disaster Risk Recovery, Board Advisor for IMMO Prestige Holding, Senior Advisor for LEAD Ventures, and Member in CAIME (Community Association Institute Middle East Chapter )

Fadi’s extensive experience in the commercial and residential sectors includes development management, asset management, and investment management within the property sector. Under Fadi’s leadership, KAIZEN Asset Management Services has emerged as a competitive player within the UAE market, with an asset management portfolio valued at AED 22 billion.

As a Certified Public Accountant licensed in the state of Colorado and certified by George Washington University in financial and Economical Feasibility Analysis and Real Estate Development Analysis, Fadi’s commitment to quality and implementing international best practice standards has made KAIZEN one of the first ISO 9001:2015 certified real estate companies in the UAE. KAIZEN is also a corporate member of the U.S. Green Building Council, and is one of the few companies that have achieved the Well Health Safety Rating for its portfolio.

In the year 2022, KAIZEN added a few more trophies to its cabinet, maintaining its position as one of the leading driving forces in the industry. At the International Real Estate and Community Management Summit (IRECMS) Awards, KAIZEN was awarded GOLD, in the categories of 'Best Property Management Company of the Year' and the 'Most Customer-Centric Company of the Year' for the second year in a row. Additionally, KAIZEN was also awarded GOLD for the 'Best Digital Transformation of the Year' for launching a vast range of state-of-the-art digital platforms, while achieving SILVER for the 'Best Crisis Management Initiative of the Year'Earlier in the Year, at the Smart Built Environment Forum and Awards (SBEFA), KAIZEN was awarded as the Winner in the categories of Property Management Company of the Year and Partnership Award-PropTech award category for its continuous investment in introducing ground-breaking technologies. KAIZEN was also awarded the Runner's up position in the ‘Energy Smart Initiative of the Year' category for adopting new approaches to minimize energy consumption, and the 'Adoption of Tech Award’.

Fadi’s extensive knowledge of real estate investment trusts (REIT) has made him a go-to expert in managing assets, with KAIZEN’s key clients including Emirates REIT , Al Futtaim Real Estate, Sobha, Binghatti and Select Group to name a few.

As an advocate for entrepreneurship, Fadi has publicly spoken at many events, showcasing his vision to transform the UAE real-estate sector by incorporating revolutionary technology trends. Fadi is now spearheading significant strategic shifts within KAIZEN that will change the asset management landscape in the UAE.

In conclusion, Fadi Nwilati’s vision, dedication, and agility in the marketplace have made him one of the most well-known figures in Dubai’s real estate and community management sector. His commitment to quality and implementing international best practice standards has made KAIZEN one of the pioneering real estate management firms in Dubai. With his extensive knowledge and expertise in the industry, Fadi Nwilati is a highly influential professional in the field of real estate, property and community management.

Favourite Leadership Quote:

“Gentlemen, we will chase perfection, and we will chase it relentlessly, knowing all the while we can never attain it. But along the way, we shall catch excellence.” Vince Lombardi Jr.

Influential Mentor:

Michael Porter