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The Power 100 Property Leaders 2026

The Power 100 Property Leaders 2026
Date:
Jul. 21, 2026
Jake  Jacob

Jake Jacob

Chief Executive Officer
Category:Outstanding Developers
Company:LEOS Developments
Residence:UAE
Jake Jacobs is the Chief Executive Officer of LEOS Developments, a British-born real estate developer headquartered in Dubai with a growing international presence. Specialising in the design, development, and delivery of premium residential communities, LEOS Developments has established a reputation for creating high-quality, design-led projects that combine architectural excellence, lifestyle-focused amenities, and long-term investment value. Under Jake's leadership, the company continues to expand its footprint across the UAE while strengthening its position as one of the region's most ambitious and innovative developers.
Jake Jacob – Chief Executive Officer of LEOS DevelopmentsJake Jacob – Chief Executive Officer of LEOS Developments

With more than a decade of experience across real estate development, operations, facilities management, customer experience, and business leadership, Jake has played a pivotal role in shaping the growth and evolution of LEOS Developments. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to align operational excellence with commercial performance, ensuring that projects are delivered to the highest standards while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction and long-term asset value.

As CEO, Jake oversees all aspects of the business, including strategic planning, project delivery, operations, sales performance, customer experience, facilities management integration, and stakeholder engagement. He leads multidisciplinary teams across development, construction, facilities management, sales, marketing, and corporate functions, ensuring that every stage of the asset lifecycle is managed efficiently and sustainably.

Leos Project

One of Jake's most notable achievements has been helping guide LEOS Developments through a period of significant expansion, during which the company has successfully launched multiple residential developments across Dubai, including projects in DubaiLand Residence Complex, Jumeirah Village Circle, Sports City, and Meydan. His leadership has contributed to the successful delivery and handover of residential communities while supporting the company's continued growth into larger-scale developments and master-planned communities.

Jake's portfolio oversight extends across a diverse range of residential assets, including apartments, townhouses, villas, branded residences, and mixed-use developments. His experience encompasses not only development and construction but also the operational and facilities management considerations required to maximise building performance, resident satisfaction, and long-term asset preservation.

Leos Project

His leadership philosophy is centred on accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Jake believes that effective facilities management begins long before project completion, with operational planning, maintenance strategies, and customer-centric design integrated into the development process from the outset. This approach enables LEOS Developments to create communities that are both efficient to operate and exceptional to live in.

A strong advocate for innovation and sustainability, Jake has championed initiatives focused on smart technologies, operational efficiency, and future-ready community design. His commitment to operational excellence has helped establish processes and standards that support long-term building performance, sustainability goals, and enhanced resident experiences.

Today, Jake continues to drive LEOS Developments' vision of delivering exceptional real estate while fostering a culture of innovation, quality, and operational excellence across every aspect of the business.