Name: Benoy Kurien
Designation: Group Chief Executive Officer
Company: Al Hamra
Category: Developer Titans
Benoy Kurien assumed his current role as Group Chief Executive Officer at Al Hamra in 2018, after having previously served as General Manager in 2011. His leadership has been a driving force behind the impressive growth of Al Hamra, a prominent lifestyle development and investment company in the UAE, with a portfolio valued at $1 billion.
Benoy’s journey with Al Hamra began in 1998, where he quickly rose through the ranks, demonstrating his expertise in strategic planning, portfolio expansion, and the execution of diverse projects across retail, residential, hospitality, leisure, and entertainment sectors. His leadership has been instrumental in shaping the company’s trajectory, overseeing its operations and assets with a keen focus on ensuring continued success and expansion.
Under his stewardship, Al Hamra has achieved significant milestones, including the inauguration of the Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort in May 2024 in partnership with Accor. The resort, which features 292 luxury suites, was first revealed in 2021. Additionally, Benoy played a pivotal role in launching the Waldorf Astoria Residences Ras Al Khaimah in 2024, marking the debut of Waldorf Astoria Residences in a managed resort in the UAE. The development includes 43 ultra-luxury residences, penthouses, and sky palaces.
Benoy, originally from Bangalore, India, holds a BA in Commerce, Economics, Taxation, and Accounting from St. Joseph’s College of Commerce in Bangalore.
