MIDDLE EAST 2026 SPEAKER

Sinanudin Omerhodzic, Group Chief Information, Digital and Transformation Officer, DAMAC Group

Sinanudin Omerhodzic, Group Chief Information, Digital and Transformation Officer, DAMAC Group is speaking at Middle East's largest real estate tech event.

Bio:

Sinanudin Omerhodzic is a distinguished Transformational CIO & CDO who operates under the guiding principle of “Think Business first and Technology second.” An internationally seasoned leader, he drives innovation and creates sustainable business models across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Retail, Automotive, and Aerospace. His expertise is centered on Digital Business Transformation through the development of digital platforms and the design of innovative IT strategies, all aimed at connecting and creating value for the customer. He is a recognized authority in key technologies such as AI, Cloud, Big Data, and IoT, focusing on optimizing global IT competence and infrastructure. He leads high-impact international projects and builds fast-acting, agile teams with a clear, inspiring vision. Omerhodzic’s significant achievements have garnered him numerous accolades, including the Award Winner in “”CX Excellence”” at the Agentforce World Tour 2025 in Dubai, and the Award Winner in “Best AI & Robotics Application” in 2023. He was also named CIO of the year 2022 – Innovation, and recognized as one of the Top 10 CIOs of the Decade by Confare. Born in Berlin, he holds a degree in Information Technology from the Technical University Berlin and is an avid composer and sports enthusiast.
Sinanudin’s LinkedIn:
Sinanudin Omerhodzic is a distinguished Transformational CIO & CDO who operates under the guiding principle of “Think Business first and Technology second.” An internationally seasoned leader, he drives innovation and creates sustainable business models across diverse sectors, including Healthcare, Retail, Automotive, and Aerospace. His expertise is centered on Digital Business Transformation through the development of digital platforms and the design of innovative IT strategies, all aimed at connecting and creating value for the customer. He is a recognized authority in key technologies such as AI, Cloud, Big Data, and IoT, focusing on optimizing global IT competence and infrastructure. He leads high-impact international projects and builds fast-acting, agile teams with a clear, inspiring vision. Omerhodzic’s significant achievements have garnered him numerous accolades, including the Award Winner in “”CX Excellence”” at the Agentforce World Tour 2025 in Dubai, and the Award Winner in “Best AI & Robotics Application” in 2023. He was also named CIO of the year 2022 – Innovation, and recognized as one of the Top 10 CIOs of the Decade by Confare. Born in Berlin, he holds a degree in Information Technology from the Technical University Berlin and is an avid composer and sports enthusiast.

Bio:

DAMAC Group’s Website and LinkedIn:
Since 2002, DAMAC Properties and DAMAC International have been synonymous with redefining luxury living. Their portfolio comprises over 75 towers, with over 20 in various planning and development stages. They have delivered over 48,000 homes, with more than 50,000 planned across 15 global cities, including Dubai, Riyadh, Toronto, London, and Miami. Their projects include master communities—DAMAC Hills, DAMAC Hills 2, DAMAC Lagoons, as well as three more in the pipeline including DAMAC Suncity, DAMAC Riverside, and DAMAC Islands; residential projects such as Cavalli Tower and Safa One; and hospitality developments featuring globally renowned brands such as Radisson, Paramount, Rotana, and DAMAC Maison—along with an exclusive island resort in the Maldives, soon to be operated by Mandarin Oriental. These developments are reinforced by 100+ global awards and partnerships with brands like Versace and Roberto Cavalli. Their global influence extends from the Middle East to Europe, Asia, and North America. Founded by Hussain Sajwani, their family-owned ethos champions D&I with over 100 nationalities. With close to 50% female representation and a strong Emiratisation drive, the companies foster innovation and creativity. They enable aspirations and cultivate a learning environment that encourages growth for their employees.
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