Hamdi Imad Hamdi
Chairman — Nakhla for Arts
Hamdi Imad Hamdi is an Iraqi businessman and investor, born in Haditha, Anbar, in 1977. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Geology from the College of Science at the University of Baghdad.
He continues the family business established as “Imad Hamdi” in 1979, specializing in Swiss watches, luxury goods and gemstones, alongside “Imad Hamdi Auction,” established in 2000 and specializing in antique watches and collectibles.
He founded Nakhla Gallery for Fine Arts in Baghdad in 2010 and chairs Nakhla for Arts NGO. He is also leading the development of Nakhla Plaza in Anbar, bringing hospitality, retail, culture and leisure together.
His memberships include the Iraqi Geologists Syndicate, Baghdad Chamber of Commerce, Iraqi-Saudi Business Council and Iraqi Plastic Artists Society, Anbar Branch. He holds advisory credentials through the Geneva Center in Egypt in intellectual property protection and international arbitration.
He serves on the Advisory Council of the Mesopotamia Economic Forum.
Published biography at the Mesopotamia Economic ForumA message from the chairman
Art is part of Iraq’s memory and its capacity to imagine the future. Through Nakhla, we seek to create space for artists and strengthen the presence of art in community life.
Caring for artworks is a responsibility to their makers and to future generations. Our commitment to collections sits alongside support for emerging talent, exhibitions, and partnerships that open new possibilities for artists and audiences.
We welcome dialogue and cooperation that serve art and culture, and give artists greater opportunities to learn, work and connect.
Hamdi Imad Hamdi
Chairman