Ahmed Samhout

Ahmed Samhout is a Principal in the Aerospace, Defense & Security Practice at Kearney, where he leads transformative projects for clients across defense, security, and government sectors. Armed with over 12 years of consulting and industry experience in the Middle East and Europe, Ahmed possesses deep expertise in critical infrastructure protection, threat and risk assessment, crisis and emergency management as well as organizational transformation. His expertise also extends to training and education particularly within defense and security environments.

Ahmed is a firm believer in growth through collaboration, championing the importance of a positive and encouraging environment to drive growth and innovation.

Eng. Arif Al Janahi

Eng. Arif Al Janahi is a Higher Collages of Technology - Dubai alumni since 1997. He graduated as industrial electronics engineer. Al Janahi has more than 22 years of experience in the field of security industries. He gained his experience working in Dubai police - department of protective system since 2008, where he had deferent technical specialties managing city wide projects. In 2016 he held the position of security engineering director in SIRA. In 2023 he held his current position as Security Consultant. He is a registered chartered security professional at the Security Institute. 

Anas Salem Al-Fraidi

Anas has more than 21 years of experience in the petrochemical and industry field where he led many departments and functions such as Plant Operations, Laboratory, Risk Management (ERM), Internal audit and TQM

He holds BSc. degree in Chemical Engineering From king Fahd University of petroleum and minerals.

Ahmad Al Anezi

Ahmad Al-Anezi is the Director of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) and Security at Ma'aden Phosphate Company in Ras Al-Khair, where he oversees comprehensive EHSS teams and initiatives. With over 15 years of experience in HSE and security management, Ahmad has held various leadership roles at SABIC, including Senior Manager and Subject Matter Expert, where he was pivotal in ensuring compliance with legal standards in Saudi Arabia and improving organizational safety protocols.

Ahmad's extensive background includes conducting audits, risk assessments, and the development of safety management systems. He has successfully led initiatives that have earned SABIC affiliates prestigious certifications such as RC 14001. His commitment to education is evident in his previous role as Head of the Mechanical Department at Hafar Al-Baten College of Technology, where he taught industrial safety.

An accomplished professional, Ahmad is a certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) and has actively contributed to the ASIS Jubail chapter as vice chairman. He has delivered community training on security standards and represented SABIC in high-level discussions on EHSS practices.

Ahmad holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mechanical Engineering from KFUPM and has completed numerous training programs in production technology, management, and defensive driving. He is known for his strategic planning abilities and proven leadership skills, making him a sought-after speaker on safety and security topics.

Alsaleh Sugati

Alsaleh is an accomplished architect, researcher, and strategist with a strong focus on enhancing quality of life and urban livability. He earned his PhD from the College of Architecture and Urban Studies at Virginia Tech. Currently, he serves as the Director of Research and Studies at the Quality of Life Program Center in Saudi Arabia, where he spearheads a variety of government initiatives aimed at improving lifestyles across the nation.

Before assuming his current role, Alsaleh was an assistant professor and director of architecture, where he made significant contributions to curriculum development and played a key role in advancing the architectural program’s strengths.

Abdullatif Alboali

Mr. Abdullatif Alboali is an experienced professional leader with a strong track record in project management, risk management, and internal audit, spanning 16 years. His commitment to excellence is unwavering, as he has successfully navigated complex projects, implemented effective risk mitigation strategies, and ensured regulatory compliance within organizations such as Misk City, Sabic, and Maaden. His expertise in internal audit has enabled him to assess and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of various organizational processes, significantly contributing to improved governance and compliance. With a strong analytical mindset, Abdullatif continues to deliver outstanding results.

Furthermore, Mr. Alboali is a proud graduate of the prestigious Misk 2030 Leaders Program, where he refined his leadership abilities and contributed to shaping the future landscape of business. He holds several professional certificates, including CIA, IRMCert, PMP, RMP & PFMP. Driven by a passion for excellence and innovation, he continues to make significant contributions to the field of risk and internal audit and beyond.

Abdullah Khalid Al -Shubrumi

Graduated as a chemical engineer from King Abdulaziz University, master’s degree in risk, Crisis and Resilience Management from University of Portsmouth.

Director with rich experience in operation management, Risk Management, Crisis management and emergency preparedness, long term projects, and technical support. Has the advantage of working in a multicultural and competitive environment. Highly motivated individual and an excellence driven team leader focusing on value creation. Total experience is almost 13 years between Petrochemical, Mining and Government Authorities. Has worked in SABIC (Saudi Basic Industry Corporation) , ZATCA (Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority) and currently working in Ma’aden (Saudi Arabian Mining Company).

Abdulmalik AbuTayli

Abdulmalik Abu Tayli is a Safety and Security Assistant Manager with a proven track record of excellence in ensuring the safety and security of personnel and assets. Currently serving as a Safety and Security Specialist at Diriyah Company, Abdulmalik has been an integral part of the team since October 2022.

With a deep commitment to professional development, Abdulmalik holds an advanced certificate in Security Risk Management. Abdulmalik's hands-on experience extends to conducting comprehensive design reviews focused on enhancing security measures across various operational environments

Ahmed Tayar

Ahmed Tayar, the Director of the Cybersecurity Defense Centre, is focused on enhancing the organization's security measures. 15 years of experience in (GRC), offensive security, and defensive security to improve cybersecurity. Tayar has worked in various sectors such as retail, industrial, banking, education, and telecommunications. He is a Certified Trainer of Trainers, teaching Cybersecurity Strategy and CS Business Enablement. In addition, Tayar is a public speaker with experience delivering 5 sessions at national and international events, solidifying his reputation as a cybersecurity expert. His broad experience allows him to share best practices and innovative approaches to improve the organization's security posture

Andrew Long

Andrew started his journey in 2000 when he joined the British Army and left in 2006.  He is a security and risk professional with 15 years of industry experience in private security, corporate security, and in consulting for the built environment and Technical Surveillance countermeasures (TSCM) in the UK and in the Middle East. As an end client, he has worked as the Security Manager at The Embassy of Australia in Riyadh,  Security Consultant FM KSA at Mace Macro, and Head Trainer at the Ministry of Interior KSA in a TSCM role within the communications security department. In the UK he worked as a TSCM consultant providing discreet and tailor-made counter-surveillance solutions to clients across five continents.

In 2023 Andrew joined WSP in Riyadh as a Principal Consultant in Security Risk Management. WSP is working on many projects across the Kingdom in planning and design, business continuity & crisis management, and existing site security surveys and maturity assessments.

Andrew has a BSC (Hons) in Security and Risk Management from the University of Portsmouth, Level 5 Crowd Safety Management Certification, ASIS certified, and is a member of the Security Institute and Institute of Strategic Risk Management

Andrea Lugini

Andrea Lugini is a Partner and Kearney’s Middle East Security Lead with almost two decades of experience in security. He has advised on multiple strategies, and operating models for GCC governments, enhancing their capabilities to meet contemporary security challenges with the right skills.

Ankit Gandhi

Ankit Gandhi is a Principal at Kearney, with over a decade of experience advising GCC institutions on security strategies. He has developed deep expertise in capability development planning and specializes in guiding organizations on the integration of emerging security technologies.

Arwa Alhamad

Arwa Alhamad is a Data & Cybersecurity executive. She has 15+ years of experience in the field of cybersecurity, specializing in governance, risk, and compliance. Throughout her career, she has successfully established Five departments from ground zero. Her experience spans local and global organizations in various industries. In addition to that, she is an active cybersecurity advocate, speaker, and advisory board member of several non-profit associations and educational institutes. She received her master’s degree in security in computing from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia and her Global Executive MBA from INSEAD Business School. She holds several professional certificates such as CISSP, CISM, GPEN, PMP, and ISO27001, 20000, and 9001. She also holds executive certifications from MIT Sloan Executive Education and INSEAD Business School. Arwa is a proud Saudi daughter, wife, and mother of two angels and on her free time she enjoys spending time exploring the fantastic underwater world being an advance open water Scuba Diver.

Arben Nasi

Arben Nasi is a Partner at Kearney with over a decade of experience in security. He has developed strategic plans, led transformations, and designed leadership programs to enhance human capital in GCC security entities.

Atiq Bajwa

Atiq Bajwa is an Engineer with over 32 years of experience working in Canada and Middle East in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Utilities, Mining and Defence Industries. He has held several senior positions in manufacturing, Sustainability, Risk Management and Business Continuity. He holds several internationally recognized certifications including FBCI (UK), CBCP (DRI USA) and Certified Senior Risk Manager by PECB

Ayman Barnawi

Acting Head of Crisis and Disaster Management Department at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center, a certified Business Continuity, Crisis Management, and Risk Management Leader, The first Saudi to optain an Associate Emergency Manager certificate. Also a member of several Committees such as Emergency preparedness Committee, Hospital Safety Committee, Hazardous Materials Committee and many more.

Dr. Ahmad Altarawneh

A Senior Transformation Consultant, where I lead and support strategic initiatives, program management, and project delivery across various domains, such as digital government, IA, 7 star service, EPM, smart city solutions, social influence, Future Readiness and agile maturity capacity building. I have more than 25 years of experience in civil engineering, Global business development, market strategy, business analysis, global trends, Transformation & Change Management, and benchmarking in 12 countries across the MENA region.

I hold a DBA in Responsive Smart City and Data Science, an MBA from the University of Wales, a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Alabama, and 32 international certificates in various fields related to Quality, Project/Program/Portfolio Management, Digital Transformation, Change Management, Management Consulting, and Emerging Technologies.

I am passionate about helping build Future Ready productive people and organizations by leveraging Metaverse, Digital Twins, Conversational AI, and Web3. I have won several team and innovation awards for my contributions and achievements.

Several Patents held: Future Management, TX (Total Experience Management), The use of Chatgpt for Government Everyday Work, Metaverse use cases for Government, Future Readiness Labs, and more.

Ahmad Alharbi

He is a professional engineer (P.E.) with 10 years of experience in safety and security projects. He is an expert in designing and operating command and control rooms, studying forecasted risk, and reducing operational costs to enhance customer experience and improve safety with minimal financial impact. Currently, he serves as the Manager of Command and Control at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center.

Badr Al Rakah

Badr started his journey with Saudi Aramco in 2012 and graduated with a Bachelor degree in Business Administration. He completed his education and graduated with Executive Master in Business Management. Badr is an international certified protection officer (ICPO) from the IFPO with over 12+ years of security experience in offshore and onshore fields at Saudi Aramco. In June 2024 Badr obtained a granted patent from the US patent office (Patent Number: US 12,018,911 B2) titled Managing Operation of A Weapon, which is a system solution to fully configure a weapon holster to generate and transmit data that shows weapon activation and user health status. The main objectives are to seamlessly alert 911 Emergency Center via application and GSR of weapon status, live monitoring weapon activation while displaying its location and indicate stress level of weapon holder.

Alrakah has successfully completed various Harvard programs, focusing on digital intelligence, innovation creativity, crisis management, and strategic thinking. In addition to intensive training with over 300 courses and workshops covering diverse topics. Alrakah focuses on building reliable safety and security that enable all potential stakeholders to protect and secure their businesses in a satisfactory manner

Brett Taylor

Executive with over 30 years’ civilian and military experience covering built environment design, critical infrastructure protection, counter terrorism, and irregular warfare.

Buwayt Al Buwayit

Currently, Director Industrial Security Operations, about 30 years with Aramco, handled security operations management roles and responded to major terrorist and industrial incidents, worked in the Oil & Gas facilities, project management of major oil facilities in Aramco, safety, and compliance fields.

Bander Al Harbi

Results-driven safety and security leader with a track record of over 20 years in safeguarding employee well-being, conducting comprehensive risk assessments, devising robust emergency response strategies, and ensuring the protection of valuable assets. Proficient in the development and implementation of protocols, adept at leading high-performing teams, and skilled in effective stakeholder communication. 

Major Gen. (Ret) Ben Kite

Brig. Gen Ben Kite is a senior British Army officer with extensive experience in intelligence and security. He has played key roles in various international military operations and strategic defense initiatives to secure national interests.

Christopher Seryak

Christopher Seryak is a Principal with Kearney, bringing over ten years of experience to the defense and security sector. He has successfully led major national transformation programs for defense and security entities across the GCC region, focusing on strategic operations, improving system governance, and driving strategic planning initiatives.

Christopher’s expertise and deep understanding of the regional security landscape and his ability to develop comprehensive, innovative solutions make him a key advisor for organizations looking to navigate complex defense and security challenges.

Chady Daccache

Chady is a partner with Kearney’s Aerospace, Defense, and Security Practice, with more than 15 years of experience across the Middle East, in Defense and Security.

Craig Ross

Craig is an accomplished professional with over 27 years’ civilian and military experience covering built environment design, critical infrastructure protection, counter terrorism, and irregular warfare. He is currently working on PhD research at the University of St Andrews, investigating unconventional forms of terrorism and destruction of cultural heritage, and applying innovative protective measures in the Middle East.
He has worked widely in Europe and the Middle East on counter terrorism / counter hostile state initiatives and implementing security plans and operations. This has included leveraging his extensive built environment and specialist military experience to create bespoke security strategies and designs for enduring resilience and national defense.
Craig has now lived and worked in the Middle East for 10 years. His home is in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he works as Associate Director for Safety and Security at Diriyah Company, focusing on security strategies and design across the Diriyah supervisory area.

Eng. Ebrahim Al Abueisa

A career industrial security and safety officer, his extensive experience includes roles and missions in the fields of industrial security (security, safety, fire protection), with on-hand engagements in large-scale projects at different phases of planning and execution to include design, installation and commissioning of industrial security projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and facilitating operations with acceptable risk assessment.

His career has taken him across numerous security functions at the national and strategic levels.

Elvie Lahournere

Elvie Lahournere is a Partner Aerospace, Defense & Security at Kearney wherein she leads high-impact industry and technology development projects for clients in the defense, security and government landscape.

After 17+ years of global experience with a strong focus in technology and innovation across Asia and Europe and expertise in operational, and strategy development across different industries, Elvie has held several senior roles with multiple technology and strategy businesses based in France, Spain, Indonesia and China.

Elvie also developed her deep knowledge and network within the technology landscape in China and the Middle East as the co-founder and board member of the French Tech.

Eric Bonnemaison

Eric Bonnemaison is a senior French army officer with extensive experience in human capital development within the defense & security sector. He has held various prestigious positions within the French Army.

Ferdinand Ma

Ferdinand (马铭) MA is a PMP® Certified Professional with expertise in drones and drone technology (UAV), specifically in the DJI ecosystem. He is currently serving as the Regional Partnership Manager for Saudi Arabia & Africa at DJI, where he leads regional strategies, forges industry partnerships, and drives market expansion. With a proven track record of driving business growth and successfully managing complex projects across the Middle East and Africa, Ferdinand has a deep understanding of regional market dynamics and consistently exceeds sales targets. He holds a Master's degree in International Business from Zhejiang University and is skilled in project management, planning, and execution.

Fahda Al Rowaily

Fahdah Alrowaily, Hospital manager non physician, Senior specialist in health management and the Head of Safety Education at Riyadh First Health Cluster , KSMC

In addition to more than a decade of experience in the field of safety education and obtaining OSHA certification to contribute to building a safety culture in organizations to reduce occupational accidents

Hadi Faraj

Hadi Faraj is a Partner at Kearney with two decades of experience in technologies and innovation. He specializes in integrating advanced technologies, including AI, to enhance security measures and develop forward-thinking strategies for public and private sector clients.

Helmut Spahn

Helmut Spahn is Director Security of Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), former Director General of the International Centre for Sport Security (ICSS), former president of the famous and prestigious football club Kickers Offenbach and spent over 20 years as a high-ranking officer in the German police force. Spahn was formerly Head of Security for the 2006 FIFA World Cup Germany™ and Chief Security Officer for the German Football Association (Deutscher Fussball-Bund, DFB). He has been a UEFA Security Officer for the Champions League and Europa League as well as UEFA Euro 2012.

Ismail Issa

Ismail Issa is an ICT Consultant Engineer at Dahua Technology, where he serves as the Technology Director for Dahua’s new business technology . With over 10 years of experience in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), His passion for leveraging technology to drive business innovation and efficiency is reflected in his proactive approach to solving complex technical challenges. He is dedicated to delivering the latest cutting-edge technology to the Saudi market, aiming to transform industries and enhance operational capabilities. He holds a is committed to staying at the forefront of technological advancements in order to deliver solutions that meet and exceed client expectations

Makrem Dridi

Makrem Dridi is the Global Security Vice-President at Thales, bringing over two decades of expertise in managing large-scale security projects. Throughout his career, he has held several pivotal roles within the security industry, driving the advancement and deployment of cutting-edge technologies.

Mazyad Alutaibi

Professional executive leader with over than 25 years’ experience with great track records working with global corporates in the industries of Healthcare, IT, Energy, Venture Capital, Security & Control Systems. One of the experts associated with The Arab Office for combating extremism and terrorism, under the umbrella of the Arab Interior Ministers Council.

Co- Founder of organizations focusing on emerging businesses and industries, real estate, tourism, manufacturing facilities, as well as ICT security startups. Involved in private sector international investments negotiations, through the 2023 G20 Saudi Investment delegations. Has international Business partnerships and agreements to expand and transfer technology into GCC, especially in Healthcare, SMART Security Solutions, and CCTV Security Systems.

Holding a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering from KFUPM, and Diploma of BA from University of Liverpool. A member of Saudi Economy Association and held the position of Conference chair for Saudi Intersec 2022. Also, advisory board member of Saudi Intersec 2022 and a speaker at regional Intersec 2022 Dubai.

Marco Vasconi

Marco Vasconi a Partner at Kearney with over a decade of experience with large public institutions. He has led strategic transformations and capability building for GCC government entities, focusing on enhancing expertise to address modern industry demands.

Dr. Marwan Ibrahim

Marwan Ibrahim is currently the Security Operations Planning Adviser for Riyadh Airports.  A security and resilience expert, Marwan’s career has taken him through more than 20 years of development, innovation and administration through a number of senior management positions held in Dubai Airports and the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE.

He holds advanced degrees and training for Security Management, Resilience and Business Administration gained from reputed institutions, Edith Cowan University in Australia and Harvard University in USA among others. He has a Masters and a PhD and was also awarded a Masters Achievement in Business Resilience, and a certified six sigma manager and risk assessor.  

In his current role, he oversees the development and execution of robust airport security programs, encompassing risk management, compliance, and emergency preparedness. He is also leading the implementation of advanced security technologies and protocols while fostering collaborative relationships with stakeholders to safeguard aviation assets and passengers.

Marwan, as the former Director of Corporate Resilience for Dubai Airports, provided support and direction in delivering a resilient business model to operate effectively despite major internal and external challenges. He successfully developed and promulgated the airport’s business continuity guideline and policy; a first in the history of Dubai Airports and also authored the first security program implemented for Dubai Airports, and approved by GCAA.

His practice and contributions to the field has received individual and industry accolades and recognition from the Institute of Risk Management, Business Continuity awards from London, UK, Dubai Government Excellence and the United Nations.

Meshal Al Johani

Meshal Aljohani is a Security Operations Specialist at Saudi Aramco with extensive experience in the field of Industrial Security. He holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Cardiff Metropolitan University. He has achieved ASIS International Triple Crown: Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP) and Professional Certified Investigator (PCI) certifications. He has been recognized for his great work as a security professional as 2023 ASIS NextGen of the year award, a finalist for 2022 In-House Security Individual or Team of the Year in the Security & Fire Excellence Awards. He is a member of both ASIS Professional Development Community and ASIS NextGen Community Steering Committee.

Mohsen Alshammari

Mohsen Alshammari is a dynamic professional hailing from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with a passion for driving organizational resilience and mitigating risks effectively. With a distinguished career spanning various pivotal roles in both governmental and banking sectors, Mohsen has amassed a wealth of experience in Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Governance, and Risk Management.

Moulham Zahabi

Moulham is an aviation executive with over +12 years of experience in strategic planning, development, and maintenance of airport infrastructure and systems.

Currently, Director in the Airport Master Planning sector at the Saudi Civil Aviation Holding Company ("Matarat"), which owns and operates 27 airports in Saudi Arabia through four subsidiary operating companies.

He holds an MBA with Distinction from WBS, multiple IATA certifications, a PMP certification, Multiple IATA certifications, and a BBA with an emphasis in MIS. Other professional accomplishments include being featured on ACI's Asia-Pacific Website, authoring articles on the AWS Global Blogpost Website, and owner of US provisional patent for "AI Based Predictive Maintenance of Electro-Mechanical Components Using IIoT & Unsupervised Machine Learning techniques.

Mohammed Hashem

Mohammed Hashem is a Partner at Kearney with over a decade of experience in public sector and major sport events. He excels in strategy development, and large-scale developments for both private and public sector clients.

Lt. General (Ret’d) Marc Conruyt

Marc is a former French Army Lieutenant General with extensive experience in human capital management and operational leadership within the defense sector. ​

He has held renowned positions during his career, most notably as commander of operation Barkhane in Sahel and more recently as Head of human resources and education in the French army . ​

Marc is a graduate of Saint-Cyr Academy and of the US Marine Corps War College. He holds a master degree of strategic studies. He has conceived and led large-scale military transformations to improve operational performance and organizational design and to strengthen human capital

Nora Alwasel

Nora is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience driving organizational transformation and development across multiple industries, including military, healthcare, aviation, real estate, hospitality, and information technology. Committed to aligning organizational objectives with Saudi Vision 2023, she excels in change management, leadership development, and talent management. Her diverse expertise includes leading projects in organizational design, leadership assessment, process improvement, and digital transformation. She has successfully overseen initiatives focused on performance management, organizational effectiveness policies, and ERP platform integration to drive digital change.

Rudolph Lohmeyer

Rudolph Lohmeyer is a Senior Partner at Kearney and head of the National Transformation Institute. He specializes in strategic foresight. He was previously the Senior Advisor for Long Term Strategic Planning at the US State Department.

Rahul Anand

Rahul Anand is a Partner at Kearney based in Dubai, specializing in supply management and procurement for the defense and healthcare sectors. With extensive experience across the Middle East and Africa, Rahul advises governments and organizations on strategic operations, focusing on developing robust operating models and enhancing industrial capabilities.

Leading Kearney’s Strategic Operations Practice for the defense sector, Rahul is an expert in designing defense procurement models and fostering local industry growth. His deep understanding of regulatory requirements and industry trends makes him a key advisor in preparing for new threats and navigating evolving compliance landscapes.

Siva Prakash

Siva Prakash boasts over 12 years of industry expertise specializing in IT security. He has spent the last 8 years as a Security Consultant, focusing on ManageEngine IAM solutions, and has led support efforts in the GCC market. His adeptness at navigating digital trends and providing strategic solutions underscores his reputation as a trusted advisor. With hands-on experience in IAM, SIEM, Network Security, and AI and a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions, Siva Prakash is a seasoned expert poised to tackle the challenges of modern cybersecurity landscapes.

Sarah Matar

Sarah Matar is a partner with Kearney’s Aerospace and Defense Practice, with more than 17+ years of consulting and professional experience serving clients across the Middle East. Sarah specializes in Defense and security education and is a recognized thought leader in the industry.

Saud Alhamoud

Saud Alhamoud is the Vice President of Strategy & Performance at the Ministry of National Guard Development Program (MNGDP), with over 18 years of experience in strategic leadership and capability development. He is focused on bridging the skills gap within the defense and security sector by driving transformative initiatives and developing robust strategies that align with national goals.

Saud's expertise in managing complex projects and his commitment to fostering talent make him a key leader in enhancing organizational performance and building a skilled workforce ready to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.

Simon Whitehouse

Simon Whitehouse is a preeminent figure in the security sector, bringing to AESG a legacy of leadership as the founder of SGW, recently acquired by AESG. With a career spanning over 37 years, he has specialised in security engineering and management, and now leads AESG’s consulting team from the UK and Dubai offices, focusing on security master planning and engineering services.

His renowned expertise is certified by his credentials as a Chartered Security Professional (CSyP), Fellow of the Security Institute (FSyI), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), and Physical Security Professional (PSP).

In Dubai, his authority is further recognised by a SIRA Security Consultant licence and his status as a SABRE Registered Assessor.

Simon’s role in shaping the security industry is marked by his previous leadership positions, including serving as a Director of the Association of Security Consultants and a Director at The Security Institute, where he was instrumental in international development and represented the institute on the board of The Register of Chartered Security Professionals

Sharang Gupta

Sharang Gupta is a Director at PwC in the Middle East, with over 14 years of experience advising clients in the technology and public safety domains. He has authored more than 10 thought leadership papers on physical security, border security, customs, and smart buildings. Sharang also conceptualized the first-of-its-kind VR-based Command Center.

Tofiq N. Murshudlu

Work experience in police started in March 1984 including the work in the investigative positions, then chief of division in National Central Bureau of INTERPOL and the latest post of the deputy head of the Drug Enforcement Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Azerbaijan.

Eng. Thamer Anwar Noori

Director of Industrial Security and Safety Dept. in Royal Commission of Yanbu, have experience more than 19 year in industrial security, with degree of Electronic engineering have chance to successfully achieved Safe City initiative and 1911 integrated city control room. Have previous experience in aviation and oilfield experience looking to develop the Management of Industrial Security to more modern professional way. 

Tawfeeq Alsadoon

Group Head of Security at the Red Sea global, and General Manager of the Red Sea for Security Services. Mr. Tawfeeq Alsadoon has extensive experience spanning more than thirty years in the security fields, where he served for twenty-five years as a Special Security Forces officer in the Ministry of Interior, then moved to work in giga projects.

Mr. Tawfeeq holds a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a Higher Diploma in Security Sciences. He has a proven track record of achievements in the field of building security systems. Mr. Tawfeeq is currently working on developing the security capabilities of the Red Sea Global projects, such as the Red Sea and AMAALA destinations, he contributed to the establishment of the Red Sea Security Services, company specialized in Tourism Security, which aims to qualify and employ the youth of the Kingdom to work in the tourism security sector within the projects of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

Yasser Mansour

Yasser Al Mansour is a visionary leader driving digital transformation as the Digital Business Development Director at SAMI Advanced Electronics Company (SAMI-AEC) since April 2022. With over 14 years of expertise in the IT sector, Yasser consistently leads organizations toward operational excellence by leveraging technology to meet business objectives. Yasser is pushing the limits of digital growth with his strong acumen in project management, digital technologies, security (cyber & physical), and artificial intelligence.

Yasser's deep expertise in enterprise systems has fueled his interest in integrating artificial intelligence at the technological and execution levels, with a particular focus on enhancing physical and cyber security.

Zekeriya Aksoy

Zekeriya Aksoy is NEOM's Executive Director with over two decades of experience in managing large-scale security projects and integrating key technologies

Eng. Ahmad Sagr

Eng. Ahmad Sagr

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering, GPA 4.52/5 –King Abdul-Aziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Master of Science in Industrial and Systems Engineering, GPA 3.9/4- University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA

Ahmad started with Saudi Sicli since 2005, currently the Chief Operating Officer at Saudi Sicli in charge of company operations and manufacturing.

 Ahmad Lead Fire Protection & Security Projects.

Ahmad lead one of the top success stories in Saudi Sicli, as he adopted the idea and managed the execution of new foam factory for local production in Jeddah producing premium Foam Concentrates up to the best approvals and standards.

He oversees operations of fire service and emergency response across 26 cities in critical locations in the kingdom.

Experienced in Fire Protection Systems and relative international and local codes and standards by executing hundreds of projects in Saudi Arabia.

Andrea Monteleone

With a dynamic career spanning over 15 years, Andrea Monteleone has consistently excelled in the realm of critical infrastructure and security. As the Critical Infrastructure Segment Development Manager for EMEA, he is a strategic visionary, collaborating closely with teams to craft and implement long-term strategies tailored specifically to the critical infrastructure sector. His expertise lies in supporting sales and marketing teams across EMEA, ensuring they are finely attuned to meet the unique needs of customers in this sector.

Having previously served as a Sales Manager in various security-focused companies, Andrea brings a wealth of hands-on experience and a deep understanding of the industry. His unwavering commitment to excellence continues to drive success in safeguarding critical infrastructure across the region.

Francesco Fidicaro

Francesco Fidicaro has extensive international experience in leading multinational telecommunications and technology companies. He joined the Thales Group in 2015 as the Head of Sales for Security Solutions and currently serves as the Executive Director, Head of Strategy, and Chief Sustainability Officer for Thales Regional. Before joining Thales, he held a position as a Senior Strategy Advisor at STC Group, focusing on the Group's digitization and international M&A strategy.

Throughout his career, Mr. Fidicaro has led and supported global organizations in digital value-creation strategies and their transformation journeys, spanning telecommunications, information technologies, engineering, and media. He also founded and served as Managing Director of his own company, which operated in Digital Professional Services for Government Entities in Europe.

His professional journey began at Alcatel-Lucent, where he had a successful career until 2009, culminating in his role as Alcatel Lucent EMEA Executive Vice-President for Enterprise & Government and Vertical Markets.

Francesco Fidicaro holds a Master's degree in Electronic Engineering and Telecommunications from Palermo University (completed at Columbia University) and completed his business studies at SDA Luigi Bocconi University in Milan. He possesses several professional certifications, including expertise in Government Bid Processes in the EU (University of Florence McKinsey), certification as a Licensed Engineer to oversee civil and Telco projects in Europe, and a Security & Safety Professional Certification. He is a member of various professional international associations and serves on several boards of non-profit Italian organizations.

Additionally, Francesco served in the Italian Navy as a Petty Officer from 1988 to 1990.

Firas Shmait

The Regional Manager for Safety & Security at Dell Technologies, based in Dubai, UAE, has over a decade of experience in sales and management across the META region. In their current role since January 2022, they excel in establishing key governmental relationships and implementing strategic business plans.

Previously, as the Sales Manager at Motorola Solutions from April 2020 to December 2021, they enhanced market understanding through innovative tools, fostered cross-functional collaboration, and consistently met targets. They also served as the Sales Manager at Axis Communications from July 2019 to April 2020, where they introduced sales tools, promoted teamwork, and achieved target goals.

Their career journey includes a role as Sales Manager for LTI (Levant, Turkey, Iraq, Egypt, Pakistan) from May 2015 to April 2020. Throughout their career, they've demonstrated dedication to excellence, teamwork, and exceeding sales objectives.

Karim Salah Tawfik

-Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, specialized in communication and control systems.

-Project Management professional PMI-PMP®, Professional in business Analysis PMI-PBA® certified from Project management institute.

-14 years’ experience in Low Current Systems especially integrated security solutions. Accumulated over the years broad experience in business analysis, technical sales, AI development and systems integration with a strong background in the Middle East region projects.

-Demonstrated success in delivering high-quality projects across various sectors, including Industrial, Oil & Gas, Hospitality, government, and Education.

Mohammed Abdulkareem

With over a decade of experience in the physical security industry starting out as a security systems engineer for the projects department of a major university and moving to presales with multiple manufacturers, Mohammed Abdulkareem has a unique insight into the requirements of end-users and the cutting-edge technologies that can fulfil them. In his current position as a Sales Engineer for the Video Surveillance and Access Control division of Motorola Solutions, he plays a key role in planning and building solutions that best fit the specific requirements of end-users from the diverse ecosystem of Motorola products and integrated technologies. 

Mohammed Bajarsh

Mohammed Bajarsh, RecFaces Head of Presale in the MENA region, is a dedicated, innovative, and collaborative leader, passionate about technology. He has a strong technical background in robotics and advanced Technologies, which gives him a deep understanding of emerging technologies and how to apply them in practical and impactful way.

Mohammed's extensive practical 7-year experience and ability to understand and solve complex technical problems allow him to make strategically sound decisions that increase efficiency on technically challenging projects. While working in the RecFaces team, Mohammed has already conducted a number of pilot and commercial projects to implement facial recognition software in the areas of transportation security, financial institutions, large sports venues, and high-tech business centers.

Mohamad Saad

Mohamad Saad is a versatile professional with a wealth of experience spanning the technology/security sectors. With a strong background in business leadership and a passion for security, he made significant contributions in these domains. Mohamad has played pivotal roles throughout his extensive 15-year career, particularly in the realm of developing and spearheading innovative initiatives and projects. His commitment to innovation and his ability to drive new ideas to fruition have been instrumental in shaping his professional journey.

Currently serving as the Country Manager at Genetec, Mohamad Saad continues to shape the security industry's landscape. He is responsible for overseeing Genetec's operations and ensuring the delivery of innovative, high-performance solutions to clients in Saudi Arabia. 

Stuart Bettle

Working for Tyco / JCI for the past 20 years and an Integrator prior to that, Stuart has an extensive background in the security industry from both the manufacturing and end-user perspectives of the business. Throughout Stuart’s time in the business he has accrued a vast amount of knowledge and expertise about our products and solutions during his time in the sales, training and development departments. His skills as a communicator have been recognized amongst the global business, as he is often the face and voice of Tyco at many of the trade shows and exhibitions; translating the functional feature based data in to end-customer centric benefits with the ease of a seasoned performer. In his current position, Stuart is responsible for developing and implementing regional product strategies for the Video Surveillance portfolio, managing the video surveillance brands American Dynamics, Illustra and Exacq.