Loai Al Fakir: UAE Real Estate Leader Among 2025 Top 150 Icons

We’re proud to share that Loai Al Fakir, Founder and CEO of Provident Estate, has been officially recognized as one of the Top 150 Real Estate Icons of the UAE for 2025.

This recognition highlights the exceptional individuals shaping the future of the real estate UAE sector, and Loai’s journey is a shining example of vision, leadership, and innovation in action.

Loai Al Fakir’s Journey in Real Estate UAE

Loai Al Fakir is a name synonymous with excellence in real estate. He founded Provident Estate in 2008 with a mission to deliver transparent, client-focused, and high-performing real estate services in Dubai.

With over 18+ years of experience in the industry, Loai has built a reputation as a dynamic and accomplished entrepreneur. His impactful contributions to the real estate sector have earned him multiple accolades from leading developers and respected industry entities.

Under his leadership, Provident Estate has grown into one of the city’s most respected brokerages, forming long-term partnerships with industry giants like Emaar, Sobha Realty, Azizi Developments, and Dubai Properties. His passion for the industry was sparked after moving to Dubai in 2006, transitioning from managing his family business in Cyprus to working with PRV2, the sales arm of Abyaar Developers. 

“Back in 2008, I realized investors needed more than just another real estate agency, they needed a way to simplify property investment in Dubai,” says Loai

There, he developed a leadership style rooted in discipline and hard work values that would go on to shape Provident Estate’s success.

From the start, Loai stood out not only for his strong business acumen but also for his deep understanding of customer needs and the evolving property landscape in the UAE.

Shaping the Market Through Innovation

Loai’s leadership at Provident Estate has always been guided by a clear vision: to offer an integrated, tech-savvy, and service-driven model for real estate. The company serves as a one-stop destination for property seekers, offering expert insights on Dubai’s communities, projects, regulations, and investment trends.

Why This Recognition Matters

Being named one of the Top 150 Real Estate Icons in a competitive market like the UAE is no small feat. This recognition highlights the organizations that have consistently delivered results, adapted to change, and driven industry innovation. 

Provident Estate, under strategic leadership, has grown into a market-leading brokerage known for its client-centric approach, digital transformation, and unmatched service standards.

“Today, Provident is a market leader known for excellence to clients globally,” said Mr. Loai. “Real estate is a game of strategy, and we don't just play, we dominate.”