Team
Board of Directors
Majid AlOsaimi
Chairman
An accomplished leader with extensive experience, he has worked across numerous government and private entities, including the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development and Saudi Aramco. He currently serves as chairman and board member for several Saudi companies.
Mohamed Amine Merah
Vice Chairman and Managing Director
An experienced leader in building and investing in companies, with a strong track record in launching and scaling businesses in technology and high-impact industries. He takes a structured approach to innovation, reducing risks by creating fully integrated companies, implementing effective governance, and strategically managing capital. He is passionate about turning ideas into high-growth, financially sustainable startups, blending hands-on operational expertise with forward-thinking investment strategies. His background spans strategy, auditing, and leading organizations through high-profile initiatives. He also serves on boards and committees of public and private companies, focusing on long-term value creation across diverse sectors.
Shiran Dias
Board Member
A non-executive director at Global Trading Network (GTN), a Dubai-based online brokerage that expanded its operations worldwide before he joined SBI Holdings. Shiran previously served as Managing Director at Jefferies in Japan, overseeing fixed-income sales, and held the same position at JP Morgan and Barclays Capital.
Omar AlSinidi
Independent Board Member
Omar brings over 20 years of experience in governance and board/committee-related affairs. He has contributed to the development of governance regulations as well as various other initiatives.
Yasser AlFarisi
Independent Board Member
With over 20 years of experience in long-term value creation investments and M&A, Yasser has led teams in enhancing value creation and managed regional P&L across 8 countries in the Asia-Pacific region for UPL.
Shariah Committee Members
Dr. Yousef Bin Abdullah Al-Shubaily
Chairman of Shari'a Committee
He is a Professor of Comparative Fiqh at the Higher Institute of Judiciary, where he obtained his Ph.D. in Comparative Fiqh. He is also a distinguished member of the Shari'a Board at the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and contributes his expertise to various Shari'a committees in local and international banks and financial institutions.
Dr. Khalid Bin Muhammad Al-Sayyari
Committee Member
He is an assistant professor at the College of Shari'a at Shaqra University, where he serves as a Shari'a and legal advisor. He holds a Ph.D. in Fiqh from Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University. His expertise and scholarly work have made significant contributions to Islamic finance and Zakat, adding value to the respective areas.
Dr. Faisal Bin Saleh Al-Shammari
Committee Member
He is an experienced lawyer and Shari'a legal advisor. He is an active member of the Committee for the Revision of the Shari'a Standard for Investment Sukuk at AAOIFI. Additionally, he holds positions on several Shari'a committees within leading financial institutions. His extensive contributions include participation in high-profile conferences, and seminars and authoring research papers and publications on contemporary financial transactions. Furthermore, he has played an instrumental role in the development of innovative fintech products and a wide range of banking solutions.
Dr. Rashid bin Saleh Bin Khaneen
Committee Member
He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fiqh at the Saudi Electronic University. He is also a member of both the Shari'a Standards Committee and the Committee for Reviewing and Drafting Shari'a Standards Documents at AAOIFI. In addition, he holds positions on multiple Shari'a committees across various financial institutions. His academic and professional contributions span numerous conferences and seminars, along with the publication of research papers and books on contemporary financial transactions.
Executive Management
Rayan Al-Sharif
Chief Executive Officer
A professional in building and scaling ventures, Rayan holds leadership positions across several financial institutions. He brings experience in investment banking, private equity, and alternative investments.
Yousef Al-Otaibi
Chief Financial Officer
A finance professional holding CFA, CAIA, and CMA certifications, Yousef specializes in investment analysis, portfolio management, and strategic planning. His expertise in financial analysis and alternative investments has established him as a trusted advisor in the financial sector.
Abdulrahman Jaafar
Investment Manager
An expert in investment and venture building, specializing in financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis. He holds the CMA certification and is a CFA Level II candidate. Abdulrahman has experience in deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management—delivering value across venture capital and various sectors in Saudi Arabia.
Abdulilah Alfarris
Compliance & AML Manager
An expert in finance and investment with experience in financial analysis, portfolio management, and strategic investment planning. He holds a bachelor's degree in Finance from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals and brings expertise in venture capital, private equity, and institutional finance—driving value creation through analytical acumen and strategic vision.
Abdulaziz Alomran
Investment Analyst
A skilled finance and investment professional with experience in financial analysis, portfolio management, and strategic investment planning. Holding a bachelor's degree in Finance from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Abdulaziz brings expertise across venture capital, private equity, and corporate finance—driving value creation through analytical acumen and strategic vision.
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