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    Simon Francis

    Simon is an experienced Information Technology management professional with over 25 years of expertise. He has a proven track record of successfully translating business strategy into IT strategy, ensuring that technology initiatives are aligned with business objectives. Simon possesses a deep understanding of the complex interplay between business needs and technology requirements, allowing him to effectively manage all phases of IT projects regardless of size or complexity.

    Simon is a technology enthusiast who is passionate about leveraging its power to drive organisational growth, performance, and productivity. He is committed to providing efficient, secure and accurate management of information systems in fast-paced, critical, deadline-driven environments

    Robert Shakespeare

    Robert has 32 years’ experience as a design professional in the Middle East and Asia. As a Group Design Director, he has a leading role in inspiring and guiding Cracknell’s design strategies and overseeing the design and management of large scale landscape, urban design and masterplanning projects across Cracknell’s global portfolio.

    Robert is passionate about the creation of site responsive public and private realm landscapes, and sees the role of Landscape Architects as the key to shaping modern cities, and creating high quality integrated sustainable urban spaces that improve the liveability of our built environment.

    David Cracknell

    David has worked with Cracknell since 2002 and as the Group CEO, he focuses on business development, promoting and strengthening the company’s core values and implementing improvements in the way Cracknell operates and delivers its services.

    Prior to joining the company, David had significant experience in engineering design and product development, project management and management consulting in the field of process improvement and achieving sustainable change.

    Philip Elliott

    Phil has a proven track record in developing robust strategies to underpin the successful growth and development of the company worldwide. Combining excellent business acumen, with a ‘hands-on’ approach, extensive experience in all aspects of general management, financial and operational analytics, and a passion for excellence and desire for quality, Phil leads the business growth and financial health of Cracknell’s global studios.

    Skillfully steering the company through the financial crisis during 2008-2012 and the COVID pandemic, Phil continues to drive and expand Cracknell’s operations globally.

    Rajan Dewan

    Rajan brings a wealth of experience and technical knowledge to the Group. His over 40 years of experience in water management and landscape construction has been instrumental in delivering numerous iconic projects across the Cracknell portfolio.

    His management skills and professionalism enable him to lead a large, multi-disciplinary team of engineers, architects, and contract administrators.
    His valuable input in design and construction detailing has been instrumental in achieving the company’s quality and sustainability objectives to create sustainable communities by conserving natural resources and investing in clean energy.

    Rajan is passionate about integrating sustainable solutions into landscape design to conserve natural resources, promote public health, and protect the environment. This includes using responsible irrigation practices, investing in clean energy, green infrastructure design, promoting community engagement, and advocating sustainable land use.

    Fady Khalife

    Fady is Group Design Director & Managing Director for Europe and has 29 years’ international experience. With architectural and strategic urban planning expertise he brings a holistic approach to landscape design whilst never losing sight of the importance of detail. Fady has
    a key overarching role leading the design vision for major projects within Cracknell’s studios worldwide, and lends a personal bespoke service to the design of signature landscapes whether for private residences or boutique hospitality. His guidance of team ingenuity and passion for storied design plays a vital part in the creation of high quality, site-sensitive landscape architecture that makes the experience memorable.

     

     

    Mohan Baporikar

    Mohan has been working in the irrigation field for the last 31 years with 27 years in the Gulf. He is highly experienced at designing, executing and maintaining many types of irrigation, drainage, swimming pool and water feature projects. Mohan is well versed in computer aided design and directs the team on irrigation and MEP packages. He is keen to use smart technology with the latest techniques in Irrigation & MEP works.

    Mohan is an ardent enthusiast on the implementation of efficient and sustainable design practice within Irrigation & MEP works. It is his passion to adopt environmentally friendly design with cost effective solutions.

    Al Badr Residential Community

    Green walkways, shaded pools and gathering spaces create the opportunity for interactive community living, and for supporting healthy and active social lives.

    At the heart of the community lies a gallery of cafés, restaurants and shops that spill out onto a central plaza, where the green space draws residents together for informal gatherings and neighbourhood events.

     

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    Anjana Ranot V. Kumar

    Anjana has 24 years’ multi-disciplinary experience in architecture & construction field in the MENA region and Asia. Anjana manages the specifications of all the Cracknell projects across the globe and acts as an advisor to ensure technical accuracy on the design documentation of the design studio.

    Anjana is passionate about sustainability and constantly endeavors to create high-quality landscape construction specifications that comply with project requirements, international standards & codes, applicable laws & regulations, but still within budget and respecting environment. As an active contributor to Cracknell’s wellness policy and continuous efforts to help employees lead a healthy lifestyle, Anjana has been instrumental in organizing yoga sessions at the office, and spearheading sustainability drive at the head office by arranging paper recycling, holding sustainability surveys and participating in cleanup exercises in Dubai.

    Kempinski Residences The Creek, DHCCll

    Themed around Gaia & Mother Nature, this gated residential community creates the right environment for life balance & social connectivity.

    A dense treed perimeter buffer provides cool privacy & a welcoming embrace with nature. Set in Dubai’s Health Care City II by the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, the landscaped trails & interpretive art encourage an active life & respect for the natural world. A dense canopy of local & adaptive species provide a forest setting for yoga lawns, waterfalls, padel courts, basketball & swimming – a truly immersive sylvan world for residents to lose themselves in.

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