Andrew Elliott - Head of Commercial Real Estate

Andrew has been an active member of the commercial real estate market in Dubai for the past 17 years, working in all asset classes. As the Director of the Commercial Agency at Chestertons, he is responsible for the sale of offices, retail outlets, warehouses, land, and staff accommodation. Andrew’s background in professional golf serves him well in commercial real estate, bringing a competitive spirit to the table and getting deals across the line.

His team at Chestertons is one of the best in the city, due to his commitment to training and development. Andrew is keenly aware of the growth of the commercial real estate market in Dubai and is well-positioned to help investors and developers maximize their returns. With his experience, competitive spirit, and commitment to training, Andrew is the perfect person to help those looking to invest in commercial real estate in Dubai.

Benjamin Cullum - Head of Valuations

Ben brings over 14 years of invaluable experience to his role as the Director and Head of Valuations and Advisory for Chestertons, based in Dubai. His expertise is deeply rooted in the MENA region, where he oversees all valuations and strategic consultancy for a diverse range of clients, including developers, financiers, institutional investors, sovereign wealth funds, and private clients.

Ben has over 20 years of broad property and real estate valuation experience in the UK, UAE, KSA, Bahrain, Qatar, Jordan, and Oman markets. Before joining Chestertons, Ben spent 10 years as General Manager for Hamptons International in Oman. He managed a team of over 30 local Omani and expatriate staff, overseeing all business departments: valuation, development consultancy, property management, investment agency, sales and leasing.  His experience included valuations and development consultancy of substantial property portfolios, land banks, development land, and various operating assets, including retail malls, offices, industrial, hotels, hospitality properties, and master-planned residential communities.

Prior to joining Hamptons, Ben spent 8 years working with Cluttons, initially in the UK as an Associate Partner within the Residential Professional division in Prime Central London. He then relocated to the Middle East region, where he was Director and Head of Valuation for Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, with a secondary role overseeing the Strategic Consultancy department.

Ben is a highly qualified professional, holding a Bachelor of Arts (BA Hons) in Geography from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and a Master of Science (MSc) in Real Estate Management and Valuation. His academic prowess is complemented by his professional affiliations, as he has been a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) since 2005 and has served on various committees and boards for the RICS.

Frank Gleeson - Head of Building Consultancy & Project Management

Kamal Soussi - Head of Property and Facilities Management

Kamal is the Head of Property Management. He is an experienced real estate professional with extensive experience spanning over two decades, most of which has been in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Riyadh. He specializes in Property Management, Facilities Management and Corporate Real Estate. He has worked for major real estate developers and service providers across the UAE, KSA, and Morocco. Before joining Chestertons MENA, Kamal was KSA Country Head of Property Management, Sales & Leasing at Land Sterling. Before that, he managed the entire commercial portfolio of Savills in Abu Dhabi Emirate.

Whether commercial, residential, or industrial property, Kamal has the professional expertise to develop a sound and bespoke strategy and then take it through implementation and delivery. World Trade Center – The Offices Abu Dhabi is one of the iconic commercial high-rise towers Kamal has managed and brought from takeover from the Construction phase to full occupancy in 18 months.

Ramsha Hamdoon - Head Of Marketing

Meet Ramsha, our Head of Marketing at Chestertons MENA. Hailing from the vibrant city of Dubai, she holds a Bachelor’s (Hons) in Marketing from the UK, combining academic excellence with a global perspective. With a rich background in the F&B and Retail industries in Dubai and the UK, Ramsha brings a unique blend of experiences to her role.

Having left an indelible mark on renowned names in the real estate industry over the past four years in Dubai, she now spearheads our marketing initiatives at Chestertons MENA. Ramsha is trying to redefine industry norms to craft unparalleled content that pushes boundaries and captivates audiences in ways never seen before.

Abdullah Tahlawi - Assistant General Manager/ Business Development Manager

With over 12 years of progressive experience in sales and banking, including roles as Business Development Director and Company Brand Representative.

He has successfully led initiatives to enhance brands across industries. I’ve showcased projects supporting Vision 2023 and managed transformative projects, including involvement in real estate development such as King Abdullah Airport in Jazan.

Currently, Abdullah is with an international project management and consulting company overseeing a mega project in Saudi Arabia. Leveraging his MBA and PMP certifications, Abdullah drives revenue generation and brand enhancement globally.

Committed to aligning with KSA Vision 2030, I advocate for strategic acquisitions and sustainable growth. With Chestertons rich 200-year history, Abdullah collaborates with expert management teams to achieve our goal.