Michael Johnston-Smith MA, BSc, MRICS, MHKIS, MCR

Group Chief Operating Officer

Michael brings 20 years of experience in Family Businesses and Family Offices working for Emirati, British, Kuwaiti, Omani, and Egyptian families. Skilled in mitigating geopolitical and commercial risk across diverse markets and asset classes, he has held roles including board director, CEO, COO, and CIO. With a background in investment, real estate, and law, he has lived 18 years in the Middle East and 8 years in the Far East.