Hussam Baghdadi

Hussam Baghdadi is the COO for Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault at Arabian Automobiles Company, the flagship automotive entity of the AW Rostamani Group. With over 30 years of experience in the UAE automotive sector, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the industry and has contributed to multiple areas of the business throughout his career.

In his role at Arabian Automobiles Company, Baghdadi leads the strategic direction, operational performance, and growth of the organisation. He is leading the commercial expansion of AWR Automotive’s mobility footprint through JMMC, elevating the group’s capabilities in the rapidly growing commercial mobility sector while strengthening strategic initiatives across both new and used car segments. His responsibilities span key functions such as sales, aftersales, marketing, customer experience, and operations across the UAE.

He is focused on nurturing sustainable, customer-centric, and performance-driven practices that support the long-term success of the organisation and its stakeholders.

To further strengthen his leadership capabilities, Baghdadi completed the Stanford Graduate School of Business LEAD Executive Program, an experience that enhanced his skills in innovation, strategic thinking, and effective decision-making. He remains committed to continuous learning and believes it is essential in navigating the evolving automotive landscape.

As part of the senior leadership team at Arabian Automobiles Company, Baghdadi has been involved in the collective efforts that have contributed to the organisation receiving awards including the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award, the Dubai Quality Awards, the Dubai Service Excellence Awards, and various global recognitions from Nissan, INFINITI, and Renault.

Throughout his career, Hussam has supported several major initiatives across the organisation, including growth programmes, digital transformation efforts, expansion into new market segments, and improvements in operational efficiency. His leadership philosophy emphasises empowering people, fostering collaboration, and encouraging innovation across all levels of the organisation.

A dedicated and forward-thinking leader, Baghdadi is passionate about creating environments where teams can grow, adapt, and deliver meaningful results. He remains committed to supporting the continued progress and long-term success of Arabian Automobiles Company and the AW Rostamani Group.