AMPLIFYING WOMEN EMPOWERMENT
MS. KIRAN NADEEM KHAWAJA, FOUNDER AND CEO OF FAJAR REALTY, IS ONE OF THE LEADING BUSINESSWOMEN IN THE UAE’S REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY. HER COMMITMENT AND UNWAVERING EFFORT HAVE SET HER APART FROM OTHERS IN THE FIELD AND HAVE KEPT HER COMPANY AT THE FOREFRONT OF THE REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
BEGINNING WITH ENTHUSIASM
Ms. Kiran Nadeem Khawaja graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Punjab and went on to earn a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Imperial College of Business Studies. She began her professional journey in sales, gaining valuable experience over five years before transitioning into a marketing role at another real estate firm. Over time, she advanced to a leadership position in business development. After nearly six years in that role, she shifted to a new organization, taking on responsibilities in sales leadership. With 18 years of diverse experience across sales, marketing, and business development, she has built a strong foundation in the real estate industry. In February 2021, she established Fajar Realty and has been the company’s CEO. Fajar Realty is a leading brokerage firm in the UAE, specializing in a diverse range of off-plan and ready-to-move properties in sought-after areas of Dubai. Their primary goal is to offer upscale living options and property solutions that improve clients’ lifestyles. Under Ms. Kiran’s leadership, it has become a dominant player influencing city developments through innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction. With over 17 years of expertise in sales and leasing, she has developed her skills in designing and implementing new customer acquisition strategies. Known for her strategic mindset and effective leadership, Ms. Kiran has consistently achieved significant results in her career, effectively surmounting obstacles in boosting agency revenue, closing deals, securing contracts, and acquiring clients through marketing, sales, and customer relationships. She demonstrated that determination can overcome gender barriers in a male-dominated field. She continues to innovate and elevate the UAE Real Estate market through her energy, strong work ethic, and charisma.
GUIDING WITH MODESTY
Despite achieving great success, Ms. Kiran remains modest in her approach, consistently serving as a guide and example for others. She respectfully interacts with her employees and motivates them to enhance their creativity, concentration, and resourcefulness in advancing their careers. She sets a positive example and serves as a source of motivation for her colleagues.
SERVING THE SOCIETY
Ms. Kiran is known for her philanthropic nature and takes an active role in assisting those in need. She empowers and supports individuals by fostering trust, communicating clearly, and delegating tasks to facilitate personal growth. Furthermore, she is affiliated with multiple non-profit organizations focused on improving the well-being of individuals and has taken the initiative to sponsor schools for underprivileged children to ensure access to education.
AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
Ms. Kiran led her firm to achieve the Best Real Estate Company Award at the 2024 Gulf Achievers Awards for outstanding performance and achievements in the UAE Real Estate market. She received the Top Female CEO Award at the Global Saga Awards Dubai 2024 and an appreciation award for sponsoring and empowering women’s self-defense and survival workshops. Additionally, she was honoured with the Best Customer-Friendly CEO Award in 2023 at the World Golden Tree Awards. Ms. Kiran was also recognised with the prestigious Award of Arabian Best of Best Real Estate Agency—Value for Money 2023, Damac Broker Awards H2 2022, DAMAC Final Brokers Awards 2021, and The Damac Top Brokers Awards 2017. Furthermore, her life journey was showcased on the cover page of the ‘Being She’ coffee table book. Under her leadership, Fajar Realty was presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from Amira Sajwani, Prypco’s CEO, for her exceptional contributions to its success.
