Imran Farooq

Farooq is a distinguished entrepreneur, business leader, and one of the most influential figures in Dubai’s real estate sector. With nearly three decades of entrepreneurial experience, he has built an exceptional track record of identifying emerging opportunities, scaling enterprises, and transforming ambitious concepts into highly successful businesses. Recognised for his strategic vision, innovative mindset, and disciplined approach to execution, Farooq has consistently demonstrated an ability to create organisations that deliver sustainable growth and long-term value.

In 2003, building on his early entrepreneurial successes, Farooq founded the SAMANA Group of Companies, establishing a diversified business platform designed to capitalise on opportunities across multiple industries. Under his leadership, the group expanded its operations through ventures in immigration consultancy, business services, corporate support solutions, and second citizenship programs, creating a strong foundation for sustained regional and international growth. Today, the SAMANA Group stands as a significant business enterprise with a workforce of more than 1,300 employees and annual revenues reaching approximately $1.9bn in 2025.

Farooq’s most notable achievement has been the remarkable rise of SAMANA Developers, which has emerged as one of the UAE’s leading real estate development companies. Following the launch of its inaugural project in Arjan, Dubai, the company experienced rapid growth driven by differentiated products, strong market demand, and a relentless focus on quality and execution.

In 2025, the company recorded its highest-ever monthly sales of $300m, achieved 40 per cent year-on-year sales growth, generated $1.9bn in gross sales, and launched 16 new projects across Dubai. With international investors accounting for 86 per cent of transactions, the brand continues to attract growing global interest.

Beyond the UAE, Farooq has successfully led SAMANA’s expansion into key regional and international markets, including Ajman, Egypt, the Maldives, and the World Islands. Landmark developments such as SAMANA Ocean Views Interiors by Elie Saab exemplify his vision of transforming SAMANA into a globally recognised real estate brand. Through visionary leadership and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Imran Farooq continues to shape the future of the SAMANA Group while contributing significantly to the evolution and global appeal of Dubai’s real estate landscape.