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The Power 100 Property Leaders 2026

The Power 100 Property Leaders 2026
Date:
Jul. 21, 2026
Jehad Alkadi

Jehad Alkadi

Chief Executive Officer
Category:Outstanding Developers
Company:Riyadh Development Company
Residence:Saudi Arabia

Jehad Alkadi is leading the transformation of one of the Saudi capital’s established real estate organisations at a pivotal moment in Riyadh’s economic and urban evolution. With the city undergoing unprecedented growth under Saudi Vision 2030, Riyadh Development Company is positioned to contribute to the creation of new destinations, the enhancement of existing assets and the development of projects that support the capital’s expanding population and increasingly diversified economy.

Jehad Alkadi – Chief Executive Officer of Riyadh Development CompanyJehad Alkadi – Chief Executive Officer of Riyadh Development Company

Alkadi brings extensive experience across investment, real estate and institutional leadership. His approach reflects a strong understanding of the relationship between capital, development strategy and long-term urban value—an increasingly important combination as Saudi Arabia’s property sector grows in scale and sophistication.

Under his leadership, Riyadh Development Company has pursued a strategy focused on strengthening its core assets while expanding through partnerships and new development opportunities. This direction supports the company’s evolution from a traditional real estate owner and operator into a more active and diversified urban development platform.

A key element of this strategy is collaboration. By working with public- and private-sector partners, the company is positioned to participate in projects of greater scale and complexity while contributing to the wider transformation of Riyadh. The company’s activities span real estate development, asset management and investment, providing a broad platform through which it can respond to emerging opportunities across residential, commercial, mixed-use and urban-regeneration sectors. Alkadi’s leadership also reflects a focus on institutional performance and sustainable value creation. As the Saudi property market becomes increasingly competitive and transparent, strong governance, disciplined investment and operational efficiency are becoming essential to long-term growth.

Riyadh’s transformation into a major global city presents significant opportunities for organisations capable of combining local market knowledge with institutional development expertise. Through its established presence and expanding ambitions, Riyadh Development Company is positioned to play an important role in this evolution. Under Jehad Alkadi’s direction, the company is building on its legacy while preparing for a new era of growth; one defined by strategic partnerships, diversified investments and developments that contribute to the long-term prosperity and liveability of the Saudi capital.