Yasmeen AlKandari | Chairperson & Co-Founder
Yasmeen AlKandari

Yasmeen AlKandari

Chairperson & Co-Founder

Sustainability & the Built Environment
Sustainability Expert
Real Estate & Built Environment
Kuwait

Certifications

  • GRESB AP - Real Estate Team Leader
  • USGBC Faculty & LEED AP (BD+C, ID+C)
  • Edge Expert (IFC)
  • GSAS-D&B CGP
  • Navigating Change (Harvard Kennedy School)

Education

  • Master’s Degree (Distinction)
    University of Bath (2015–2017)
  • Bachelor’s Degree
    University of Strathclyde (2011–2015)
  • Strategic Leadership
    Bentley University (Oct 2025)

Expertise

An expert in integrating sustainability with the built environment, utilizing advanced energy modeling, low carbon strategies, and leading multidisciplinary teams to elevate environmental engineering standards in the GCC.

Professional Experience

Chairperson | Deputy Managing Director

SEEDS Company
Jan 2026 - Present | Kuwait

Leading the strategic direction and operations of SEEDS Company, championing sustainability in built environments and fostering real estate developments that align with global green building standards.

Co-Founder

SEEDS Academy
Sep 2023 - Present

Co-founded an educational platform dedicated to advancing knowledge in sustainability, green building practices, and environmental engineering.

Co-Founder & CEO

SEEDS Company
May 2019 - Jan 2026 | Kuwait

Established the foundation of SEEDS Company, managing overall operations, setting strategic sustainability goals, and driving business growth for over 6 years.

Senior LEED Engineer

Limak Group of Companies
Nov 2017 - Mar 2022 | Kuwait

Oversaw large-scale construction projects to ensure compliance with LEED standards, integrating sustainable practices and energy-efficient designs into major developments.

Environmental Engineering Assistant

BDP (Building Design Partnership Ltd)
Jul 2016 - Sep 2016 | Manchester Area, UK

Worked on energy modeling for an iconic residential tower in Saudi Arabia using IES<VE> and IDA ICE 4.7. Applied low carbon and passive design strategies to optimize energy efficiency and reduce cooling loads.