Ahmed Al HAMMADI
Trainer
Ahmed Al HAMMADI
Ahmed Mohammed Al Hammadi is a distinguished Emirati media executive, public administration scholar, and governance-focused leader with more than 28 years of experience shaping the UAE’s media, publishing, commercial, and digital communication landscape.
With a Master’s degree in Administration from the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, awarded with distinction, and ongoing Ph.D. studies in Public Administration, Al Hammadi combines deep industry expertise with advanced academic insight into government, institutional leadership, and public-sector development.
Throughout his career, he has held senior executive positions across some of the UAE’s most prominent media organizations, including Dubai Media Incorporated and Arab Media Group. His leadership journey includes serving as CEO of the Press Sector at Dubai Media Incorporated, Chief Administrative Officer of the Press Sector, CEO for Commercial and Marketing Affairs, Executive General Manager at Arab Media Group, and General Manager of Awraq Publishing.
Al Hammadi’s professional experience spans the full media ecosystem, including newspapers, television, radio, magazines, commercial advertising, digital platforms, printing, and distribution. He has played a key role in launching and developing several influential media products, including Emarat Al Youm, Noor Dubai Radio, Dubai FM, Ara Magazine, Emirates 24|7, and Dubai Post.
Known for his ability to lead transformation in complex media environments, Al Hammadi has successfully managed organizational restructuring, merged business units, optimized operations, strengthened governance practices, and supported commercial growth. His work reflects a strong understanding of how traditional media institutions can adapt to changing audience behavior, digital disruption, and the evolving demands of modern content.
In addition to his media leadership, Al Hammadi is an intellectual property expert, a graduate of the Board Directors Development Program by Hawkamah at Dubai International Financial Centre, and an accredited arbitrator and conciliator with the UAE Sports Arbitration Center. His expertise extends to governance, corporate strategy, institutional development, media regulation, and dispute resolution.
He has also contributed to several national and institutional platforms, including his membership on the Board of Dubai Media Council, his involvement with international media organizations such as WAN-IFRA, and his service on boards and committees connected to social and humanitarian initiatives.
Fluent in Arabic and English, Al Hammadi brings together strategic vision, executive leadership, media expertise, and public administration knowledge. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing the UAE’s media sector, strengthening institutional performance, and contributing to the development of agile, future-ready organizations.
With a Master’s degree in Administration from the Mohammed bin Rashid School of Government, awarded with distinction, and ongoing Ph.D. studies in Public Administration, Al Hammadi combines deep industry expertise with advanced academic insight into government, institutional leadership, and public-sector development.
Throughout his career, he has held senior executive positions across some of the UAE’s most prominent media organizations, including Dubai Media Incorporated and Arab Media Group. His leadership journey includes serving as CEO of the Press Sector at Dubai Media Incorporated, Chief Administrative Officer of the Press Sector, CEO for Commercial and Marketing Affairs, Executive General Manager at Arab Media Group, and General Manager of Awraq Publishing.
Al Hammadi’s professional experience spans the full media ecosystem, including newspapers, television, radio, magazines, commercial advertising, digital platforms, printing, and distribution. He has played a key role in launching and developing several influential media products, including Emarat Al Youm, Noor Dubai Radio, Dubai FM, Ara Magazine, Emirates 24|7, and Dubai Post.
Known for his ability to lead transformation in complex media environments, Al Hammadi has successfully managed organizational restructuring, merged business units, optimized operations, strengthened governance practices, and supported commercial growth. His work reflects a strong understanding of how traditional media institutions can adapt to changing audience behavior, digital disruption, and the evolving demands of modern content.
In addition to his media leadership, Al Hammadi is an intellectual property expert, a graduate of the Board Directors Development Program by Hawkamah at Dubai International Financial Centre, and an accredited arbitrator and conciliator with the UAE Sports Arbitration Center. His expertise extends to governance, corporate strategy, institutional development, media regulation, and dispute resolution.
He has also contributed to several national and institutional platforms, including his membership on the Board of Dubai Media Council, his involvement with international media organizations such as WAN-IFRA, and his service on boards and committees connected to social and humanitarian initiatives.
Fluent in Arabic and English, Al Hammadi brings together strategic vision, executive leadership, media expertise, and public administration knowledge. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing the UAE’s media sector, strengthening institutional performance, and contributing to the development of agile, future-ready organizations.
Specialization
Media & Media Production
Languages
Arabic