H.E. Rashid Salem Al Qubaisi is the Executive Director of Business Registration and Licensing Sector at the Abu Dhabi Registration and Licensing Authority (ADRA), the arm of Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) to regulate and develop the business sector, since August 2025.

In his current role, H.E. oversees ADRA’s efforts to further enhance ease of doing business in Abu Dhabi by streamlining and simplifying the process and procedures of setting up and growing businesses.

H.E. is leading ADRA’s efforts to ensure a smooth and seamless registration and licensing experience for investors. H.E. is also spearheading ADRA’s initiatives to introduce new licence types that provide opportunity for a diverse range of talent, investors, and businesses to tap into Abu Dhabi’s dynamic market and industries potential.

During his career journey, H.E. held various senior roles including Director of Economic Licences, Head of Economic Activity Licencing Department, and project manager at ADDED’s Commercial Affairs.

Backed by over two decades of experiences, H.E. Rashid Al Qubaisi has led key initiatives and projects to enhance operations and services to raise the Abu Dhabi’s global competitiveness as a business hub.

H.E. started his career at ADDED as a licencing officer, which enabled him to develop thorough knowledge of investors needs and the business landscape, and building strong relations with government entities, regulatory authorities, and the private sector.

H.E. is member of numerous boards and specialised committees to raise Abu Dhabi position as a global hub for business and investment.

H.E. Rashid Salem Al Qubaisi holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Leeds Metropolitan University- the UK, and Master of Business Administration from Abu Dhabi School of Management.