JLL has named Mouhammad Takieddin as the new Regional Head and CEO for the Middle East and Africa. Based in Riyadh, Takieddin brings 25 years of experience from Procter & Gamble to lead JLL’s expansion into high-growth sectors including data centres and AI-driven facilities management. This strategic move strengthens the firm's leadership alongside existing regional heads while deepening its established ties with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.
Dubai has announced a landmark AED100 billion expansion of the Dubai International Financial Centre, known as the DIFC Zabeel District. The project will double the capacity of the current financial hub to accommodate over 42,000 companies and 125,000 employees by 2040. Spanning 17.7 million square feet, the development includes a major focus on AI and future technologies, alongside residential and educational facilities.
2Life Communities has announced a formal leadership transition as Lizbeth Heyer prepares to take over as CEO this October. Heyer, the current President, was unanimously approved by the board to succeed Amy Schectman following a decade of service to the organisation. The change concludes a 15-year era of expansion that saw the provider's portfolio double in size.
Long & Foster Real Estate has named Lacey Conway as its new president to lead its growth and agent support strategies. Conway brings more than two decades of industry experience to the role, having previously served as the CEO of Latter & Blum. She will partner with CEO Patrick Bain to maintain the firm's reputation for local expertise and teamwork.
Toll Brothers has announced a major leadership transition as part of its long-term succession strategy. Douglas C. Yearley Jr. will step down as Chief Executive Officer to become Executive Chairman on 30 March 2026. He will be succeeded by Karl K. Mistry, an Executive Vice President who has been with the company for over two decades.
The Blau & Berg Company has announced a series of significant leadership changes as the firm prepares for its upcoming centennial. Kenneth Crimmins will move into the role of sole Chairman to focus on high-level governance and the firm's family-run legacy. Jason Crimmins has been named the new Chief Executive Officer while Alessandro Conte takes over as President. These appointments became effective on 1 January 2026 and are designed to drive growth across the industrial and commercial sectors.
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