Meet Our
Advisory Board
His Excellency Dherar Belhoul al Falasi Chairman His Excellency Dherar Belhoul al Falasi is a tireless champion of the United Arab Emirates, working to strengthen its community ties, preserve its cultural heritage, protect its national security, bolster its international relationships, and cement its future as a key global hub for the 21st century economy.
Trevor McFarlane is the Founder and CEO of EMIR. An expert on geopolitics, macro-economy and government policy, Trevor advises visiting global CEOs and politicians on how to succeed in the Middle East.
Dr. Noah Raford is a highly respected and accomplished futurist who currently leads the advisory practice at EMIR. He is widely recognised for his expertise in future studies, strategic foresight, innovation, and project management.
Cédric Garnier-Landurie has extensive experience in the investment banking and investment management industry through management, investment, and operational roles.
Mohammad H. Agrabawi is a senior public affairs and strategic communications expert with more than 22 years of experience across diplomacy, corporate leadership, and advisory roles in the MENA region.
Rajesh Garg is the Group Chief Financial Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer at Landmark Group. He has been leading enterprise-wide transformation including a big push into newer technologies such as RPA and Blockchain and the integration of AI.
Paul Cruickshank is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cruickshank & Dean Global Intelligence. He is also currently the Editor-in-Chief of CTC Sentinel, the flagship publication of the Combating Terrorism Center at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Dr. Seliem leads the Lab at Rashid Hospital with 20 years in hematopathology. She’s also an autism advocate and mother to a teen with autism and ADHD.
Consultant Hematologist with 25+ years’ experience, working to improve autism care using expertise in chronic care, thalassemia, and community programs.