Davidboulos Avis 

When I first set out to find an executive coach in Dubai, I evaluated several professionals online, but it took very little time to realize David was in a completely different tier. From our very first interaction, his presence, sharp intuition, and ability to cut right through standard coaching platitudes stood out immediately. He quickly understood the nuanced demands of senior leadership and the high-stakes environments executives navigate daily, making the decision to partner with him seamless and obvious.
What truly sets David apart is the remarkable breadth and depth of his expertise across different domains. He doesn't rely on rigid, superficial frameworks; instead, he skillfully integrates commercial acumen with evidence-based psychology, neuroscience, and proven leadership diagnostics. That multidisciplinary toolkit meant that whether we were analyzing complex organizational dynamics, unpacking cognitive decision-making patterns, or pressure-testing strategy, every session felt deeply customized, intellectually rigorous, and immediately actionable.
David’s impact extended far beyond executive strategy—he helped me develop the resilience, emotional clarity, and practical mental models needed to cope with intense, demanding situations both professionally and personally. Years later, I still rely on the perspective and habits I cultivated during our work together. For any founder, director, or C-suite executive looking for transformative, lasting growth rather than temporary fixes, I cannot recommend David highly enough.

I started working with David as an Executive Coach and Leadership Coach six years ago, right when I stepped into a Director-level leadership role for the first time. He brought real structure to our sessions where we set clear goals together and worked through every one of them, methodically, until I achieved them all.

David is genuine, understanding, and gives you the tools to set yourself on the right path rather than just telling you what to do. He also has the best book recommendations! What really sets him apart, though, is that the relationship didn’t end when the formal coaching did - we still catch up to this day, years later. If you’re in Abu Dhabi and looking for a coach who can genuinely help you grow into a leadership position, whether Director, C-level, or beyond, I can’t recommend David highly enough.

David is the most amazing executive leadership coach I’ve found in Dubai! While I was working as a management consultant in the Middle East, David helped me address behavioural feedback at work, and even my family was impressed with some of the life lessons I discovered with David. He has training across many disciplines which make him an extremely valuable coach across both business and personal life. Following our sessions, I was able to shift my view on how I was interacting with other leaders at work, in addition to identifying the culture mismatch I was facing, ultimately leading me to a successful career change in a parallel field more suited to my values. I highly recommend David as an executive coach.

A highly effective coach who combines active listening, thoughtful challenge, and practical guidance to support individual growth. He fosters an environment of trust and openness where candid discussions can take place, encouraging deeper self-awareness and professional development

I had a number of leadership coaching sessions with David over a period of eight months, and the experience had a genuinely positive impact on both my professional and personal development.

As a VP in the technology industry based in Abu Dhabi, I found David to be an exceptional executive coach. His approach is thoughtful, insightful and highly personalised. Every session felt tailored specifically to my circumstances, challenges and aspirations rather than following a generic coaching framework.

David is incredibly easy to talk to and demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence. He listens deeply, asks thought-provoking questions and has an impressive ability to uncover perspectives that I hadn’t previously considered. His genuine curiosity and willingness to explore issues in depth made each coaching session both engaging and valuable.

I always felt that David was fully invested in helping me grow as a leader. His coaching was inspirational, practical and deeply personal, giving me greater clarity, confidence and a fresh perspective on leadership. I would highly recommend David to any director, executive or senior leader looking for an outstanding executive or leadership coach. If you are seeking high-quality executive coaching in Abu Dhabi, David should be at the top of your list.

I had the privilege of working with David as my Executive Coach during a key stage of my leadership journey, and I would highly recommend him to any Director, Senior Executive, or C-Level leader looking to strengthen their leadership effectiveness.

What sets David apart is his exceptionally calm and thoughtful demeanor. He creates an environment where you feel comfortable discussing even the most challenging leadership situations and personal insecurities without judgment. Rather than offering generic advice, he takes the time to get to the root cause of the issue, asking insightful questions that lead to genuine self-awareness and lasting change.

His coaching helped me better understand my own leadership style, address underlying limiting beliefs, and approach complex organizational challenges with greater confidence and clarity. The impact extended well beyond our coaching sessions and has influenced how I lead my teams and navigate senior stakeholder relationships.

David is also highly respected within leadership circles in Abu Dhabi and has a reputation for combining deep business understanding with genuine empathy. If you’re looking for an experienced Leadership Coach or Executive Coach in Abu Dhabi who delivers meaningful, lasting results, I would not hesitate to recommend him.

David was my executive coach over the past several months, and the experience genuinely transformed me and how i think as a leader. As a Director of Investments based in Abu Dhabi, I came into our sessions looking to sharpen my leaderships skills and David delivered far beyond what I expected.

What stood out most was how practical and tailored each session felt. David has a rare ability as a leadership coach to challenge your thinking without ever feeling prescriptive — he asked the right questions at the right moments and helped me see blind spots I didn't know I had. For example when I was struggling to navigate a difficult conversation with a team member, David helped me reframe the situation and approach it with much more clarity and confidence.

The sessions were never abstract theory; every conversation translated directly into how I show up, communicate, and make decisions at work. I looked forward to every session and genuinely enjoyed the process, which made the growth feel sustainable rather than forced.

I'd highly recommend David to any professional in Abu Dhabi or beyond looking for an executive coach who combines real expertise with a thoughtful, human approach.

David facilitated a thoughtful and engaging leadership workshop for our Canadian Association of Recycling Industries 40 & Under Next Gen group, expanding on Dr. Robert Kegan’s Immunity to Change framework. His session helped participants explore the hidden commitments, underlying assumptions, and internal barriers that often make meaningful personal and professional change so difficult.

David’s approach to team leadership facilitation created a space that was open, reflective, and highly collaborative. Through case study discussions and peer breakout coaching, participants were able to identify practical behaviours they could adjust to strengthen their leadership presence, communication, and overall effectiveness.

His expertise in leadership coaching, executive coaching, and leadership development was evident throughout the session. David has a strong ability to guide meaningful conversation while making complex leadership concepts feel accessible, practical, and relevant.

It was an excellent experience, and I would highly recommend David to any organization or professional group looking to support leadership growth, strengthen team dynamics, and encourage more intentional leadership.

I worked one-on-one with David for executive leadership coaching in Abu Dhabi, and the impact was immediate and meaningful.
David is highly flexible, open-minded, and focused on what truly matter developing the right leadership skills in a practical way. He quickly understood my context and challenged my thinking with clear, structured insights that pushed me to look at situations from a different perspective.
What I valued most was his ability to translate leadership coaching into real, applicable actions. The sessions were not theoretical they were directly relevant to how I lead, decide, and operate on a daily basis.
In my view, this experience has genuinely shifted how I approach my work and unlocked a level of potential I hadn’t fully utilized before.
I highly recommend David for executive coaching and leadership coaching in Abu Dhabi/UAE

Excellent Coach and since then a good friend. Enjoyed the way he went about his role, understanding first what I needed and provided useful frameworks. Being a C Level exec, needed someone who've had the experience and understand the pressure that comes as a CTO. David being local to Dubai made it even better.

I had the pleasure to get Executive Leadership Coaching by David in Dubai, working for an Abu Dhabi High-Tech company. For me as a Director, the sessions were not only eye-opening but also expanding my horizon in leadership but also reflecting on my personal and professional position. David pushed positively to think outside the box and the usual. His very friendly, engaging and empathetic style made it very easy for me and both of us to improve my way of thinking. I could have continued our leadership sessions for much longer.

My sessions with David were life changing , helped me know my self better and explore several areas in my life that needed transformation.. very positive experience , highly recommended

David is the executive coach I had been searching for over the past several years. As a CFO of a large division within a multinational company, I have participated in numerous leadership programs and received coaching through those channels. Despite that exposure, I had not found the depth and clarity I was truly looking for until I started working with David.

From our in-person sessions in Dubai, it was immediately clear that this is executive coaching at a different level. His program is exceptionally well structured, highly practical, and deeply impactful.

David deeply and helps you articulate what truly matters. He genuinely understands me. The experience has been outstanding so far, and I’m already putting insights into practice.

Another key aspect I really appreciate is how he makes complex topics tangible and practical; never vague or overly theoretical. Everything ties directly to real outcomes. Sessions sometimes last two hours and sometimes one; he reads the energy well and adapts accordingly, which I find extremely refreshing.

If I had to mention a downside, it’s simply that you may never want your last session with David. He is highly skilled, relatable, and a true pleasure to work with. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone who takes their C-level leadership seriously and wants to invest meaningfully in their personal and professional growth.