Yahya Hamidaddin

Yahya Hamidaddin is an accomplished communications professional currently serving as the Executive Director of Media Affairs & External Communications globally at ACWA Power since February 2023. As a co-founder and Partner at Adalid Public Relations, established in April 2009, Yahya has been instrumental in providing comprehensive PR services in Saudi Arabia. Previous roles include Regional Director at Hill+Knowlton Strategies, GM of Corporate Communications & Marketing at National Housing Company, and Managing Director at Edelman Middle East. With extensive experience at SGS - Saudi Ground Services, where departmental restructuring and reputation management were key focuses, and a progressive career at Hill & Knowlton, Yahya has developed a strong foundation in corporate communications. Educational credentials include a Master of Arts in Public Communications and Public Relations from the University of Westminster and two diplomas in Arabic Literature and Linguistic Science.