Abdulhafeez Alharbi

Abdulhafeez Alharbi has a diverse work experience in the aviation industry. Abdulhafeez started their career in 1997 with SAUDIA AIRLINES, where they worked in Information Technology as a Database Administrator. During their time there, they contributed to the development of Saudia Airline's databases and played a role in developing various Information Systems for the company.

In 2015, Abdulhafeez joined SAUDI AIRLINES, where they held multiple managerial positions. Abdulhafeez began as a Manager of Performance Management, where they developed a transformational roadmap for the department and provided strategy and leadership for monitoring transformational initiatives. Abdulhafeez also directed the work effort of the PMO in identifying and tracking the benefits of transformation projects.

Abdulhafeez later became a Senior Manager and was responsible for driving the implementation of strategic projects in the integrated operations control center. Abdulhafeez also played a key role in aligning and coordinating financial analysis and cost reductions initiatives for the company.

Their most recent role is with Dammam Airports Company (DACO), where they hold the position of Director of the Transformation Office.

Overall, Abdulhafeez Alharbi has acquired a wide range of skills and experiences throughout their career, particularly in areas such as project management, strategic planning, and performance monitoring.

Abdulhafeez Alharbi pursued their education in a chronological manner. Abdulhafeez completed their Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from King AbdulAziz University between the years 1992 and 1997. Following this, they obtained a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering from the same university from 2000 to 2004.

Continuing their academic journey, Abdulhafeez joined Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd. Abdulhafeez enrolled in a Postgraduate Diploma program in Research Methods from an unspecified start year until 2011. Abdulhafeez then pursued a PhD in Business and Management, completing it in 2015.

In addition to their formal education, Abdulhafeez Alharbi has also obtained various certifications. Abdulhafeez achieved the certification of "Certified KPI Professional and Practitioner" from The KPI Institute in December 2016. In December 2017, they obtained a "Strategic Management System Certification" from the Strategy Management Group. Furthermore, in August 2018, they became a "Certified Balance ScoreCard Professional" through the Balance Scorecard Institute. Abdulhafeez also acquired the certification of "Managing Successful Programs" from AXELOS Global Best Practice in September 2019. Moreover, they completed the certification for "Business Development Foundations" from LinkedIn in November 2020, and the certification for "Strategic Partnerships" from LinkedIn in December 2020.