Abdullah al-Sabban

Abdullah Al-Sabban currently serves as Chief Operating Officer and CEO Advisor at Panda Retail Company within the Savola Group since January 2018, overseeing operations, supply chain, and HR for a workforce of 14,000 employees across 200 stores and 5 distribution centers in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, managing over SAR 11 billion in sales. Abdullah has also held various leadership roles, including Acting Chief IT Officer, Chief Operations Officer, and Chief Supply Chain Officer, emphasizing transformation, cultural improvement, and operational excellence. As a founder of Coach Sabban, Abdullah provides executive coaching, helping individuals achieve their goals and navigate personal and professional challenges. Abdullah's previous experience includes significant roles in GSK, where a focus was placed on leadership, compliance, and operational strategies in the pharmaceutical industry. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Business Administration and coaching training from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Business School and Esade. Currently, Abdullah serves as a Board Member for DEEF Pharmaceutical Industries.