Co-Founder & Chief Executive— Four Directions
Mohammed Al Zarah
An investor in real estate development, and a partner in projects shaping the Kingdom's cities.
- +20
- years of executive experience
- 2013
- co-founded Four Directions
- 4
- companies he helps lead today
About01
As an investor in real estate development and a partner in a number of successful projects, I drive them with expertise in financial analysis, investment strategy and partnership development.
I have refined my skills in due diligence, risk management and project management to deliver strong returns on investment, and have taken on central responsibilities in business success by formulating and implementing investment strategies. I provide the strategic direction and the distinct ideas that make real estate projects succeed, from financial modelling and market analysis to partnership building and delivery.
Areas of expertise
- 01Financial analysis
- 02Investment strategy
- 03Partnership development
- 04Due diligence
- 05Risk management
- 06Project management
From the record
Results you can measure
- 01
+40%
increase in return on investment
From leading the development of a number of high-value real estate projects.
- 02
+30%
revenue growth
Through thorough market research to uncover real estate investment opportunities.
- 03
+20%
improvement in project efficiency
By managing teams that finish projects on schedule and within budget.
- 04
+2billion
in sales realised at Tanmiyat
Alongside local and international marketing programmes with a budget beyond SAR 250 million.
The journey
A quarter century in real estate and business
2022 — present
Current
Managing Director
Four Directions International Trading Co. · Riyadh
Oversees development, design and construction at one of the Kingdom's real estate developers.
2013 — present
Current
Co-Founder
Four Directions International Trading Co. · Saudi Arabia
Has overseen the company's operations and driven its success since it was founded.
2007 — 2013
General Manager
Great Real Estate Company · Saudi Arabia
Opened the company's branch in the Kingdom in 2009 and realised sales beyond SAR 800 million across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.
2005 — 2007
Regional Marketing Director
Tanmiyat UAE · Dubai
Launched innovative real estate ventures, attracted international investment and took part in exhibitions across European and Asian capitals.
2000 — 2005
General Manager, Saudi Arabia District
Retail Pro International · Jeddah
Built collaborations with large organisations and guided their digital transformation, coordinating technical and administrative departments and branches.
1998 — 2004
BSc, Computer Science
King Saud University · Riyadh
Today04
The companies he helps lead
Since 201301Four DirectionsCo-Founder & Chief Executive — Real estate investment and developmentVisit the websiteThe studio
From the projects of Four Directions
In his words
We are working with steady steps and clear vision to implement unique projects that contribute to shaping the future urban landscape of the Kingdom's cities.