Naif Samander

Naif Samander is an accomplished IT professional with extensive experience in leading digital transformation and innovation initiatives across various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of IT at both Dan Company SA and a private company since October 2022, Naif previously held the position of IT Manager at the General Authority for Competition from October 2020 to October 2022, where responsibilities included managing IT operations and developing a strategic roadmap. Prior roles include eServices Manager at Najm Company for Insurance Services, where Naif established an innovation unit, Program Manager at Elm Company, and Cargo IT Projects Manager at Saudia Cargo, where multiple strategic IT projects were executed to enhance customer satisfaction. Naif began the career as an Applications Developer at Petro Rabigh and Sejel Technology Co. Ltd. Naif holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals and a Postgraduate Diploma in Innovation and Design Thinking from Emeritus.