Khaled A. Al-Shuwaier

Khaled A. Al-Shuwaier

  • Name: Khaled A. Al-Shuwaier

Accomplished and visionary strategic leader with 12+ years of experience establishing compliance procedures, providing accountable decision-making, and building healthy work environments while specializing in compliance and governance with a record in organizational transformation. Adept at bridging gaps and fostering workplace awareness and trust, focused on moving beyond audits and inspections towards proactivity and accountability.

  • Proven ability to provide consultations to optimize frameworks that balance client interests and employee well-being.
  • Successful in developing innovative compliance solutions to address diverse business needs and requirements.
  • Demonstrates vital emotional intelligence and leadership, capable of creating family-like uplifting cultures in safe, productive environments while adhering to rules and working towards a clear vision.
  • Member of multiple Board committees with a commitment to collaborative leadership and broad organizational impact.
  • Proven track record in managing and advising family offices on governance, succession planning, and long-term strategic alignment with family values.
  • Specialized in establishing governance frameworks tailored for multi-generational family wealth, focusing on transparency, risk management, and family cohesion.
  • Successfully implemented governance change initiatives, enhancing compliance, decision-making transparency, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Led cross-functional teams to redefine governance frameworks, resulting in improved board effectiveness and streamlined decision-making processes.
  • Expert in designing and executing governance policies that align with evolving business needs and regulatory requirements, fostering an environment of accountability and strategic clarity.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Product Development
  • Project Management

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Consultative Approach

  • Budgeting & Cost Control

  • Organizational Transformation

  • Strategic Planning & Execution

  • Leadership & Team Coordination

  • Legal Compliance

  • Employee Well-being Focus

  • Accountability & Trust Building

  • Workplace Culture Development

Career Experience:

Desert Technologies Ind. | Riyadh, SA
General Manager Legal, Governance and Compliance | 2022 – Present

  • Pioneered the establishment of the Governance Department and took full responsibility for all board and committee activities to set a strong foundation for organizational governance
  • Establish and drive the authority matrix and delegation of authority policy, ensuring clear guidelines for decision-making and operational execution.
  • Oversee portfolio Governance management division as sole owner, ensuring structurally exercised rights as an investor.
  • Act as an internal resource for compliance advice and guidance across all business lines, addressing new compliance questions and ensuring regulatory compliance in product and system development.
  • Manage the conflict-of-interest policy and conducted ongoing monitoring and compliance with laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards, reinforcing a strong compliance culture.
  • Drive shared services practices, encompassing SLAs, deploying a new ERP system, and standardizing and centralizing processes with a keen focus on improving service levels and reducing costly exceptions.
  • Foster transparent and effective communication with stakeholders by handling investor relations-related activities.
  • Develop and deploy comprehensive policies for the company and relevant portfolio companies in alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Design and implement an awareness program focused on governance to improve organizational understanding and adherence to governance principles.

Desert Technologies Ind. | Riyadh, SA
General Manager Legal, Governance and Compliance | 2022 – Present

  • Led the implementation of organizational strategies and initiatives, aligning team efforts with the company’s mission and ensuring optimal performance and productivity at the executive level.
  • Achieved strategic objectives and operational goals by ensuring the effectiveness of the executive team.

Al-Sagr Insurance Company | Dammam, SA
Board of Directors Member | 2020 – 2022

  • Chairman of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, overseeing critical decisions on executive
    appointments, compensation, and benefits following the company’s strategic direction and governance standards.
  •  Chairman of the Risk Committee, leading the assessment and execution of various risks facing the organization while implementing effective risk management strategies and practices.
  • Provided strategic oversight and guidance to the executive team of three individuals while ensuring the effectiveness in completing responsibilities and achieving organizational objectives.

Altamyuez Technology Corporation | Riyadh, SA
Executive Director / Managing Director | 2018 – 2020

  • Steered the creation and development of the company’s first technology solution tailored for shareholders’s; meetings, marking a significant milestone in innovation.
  • Built and led a high-performing team of 15 individuals from scratch, steering the Corporation to a leading position in the industry within just two years through strategic leadership and team coordination..
  • Maintained a steadfast focus on product quality and development aimed at attaining the highest standards of technology solutions by addressing clients’s specific needs.

Altamyuez Technology Corporation | Riyadh, SA
Executive Director / Managing Director | 2018 – 2020

  • Played a crucial role in the historic merger between Sahara Petrochemical Company and Saudi International Petrochemical Company in May 2019, as the first merger of listed companies in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • Coordinated multiple projects, working closely with legal and financial advisors to maintain compliance, strategic alignment, and the successful execution of critical initiatives.
  • Tasked with reviewing and approving the company’s budget while regulating effective financial strategies aligned with corporate goals to facilitate sustainable growth.
  • As a member of the board’s nomination and remuneration committee, dealing in executive appointments and compensation strategies, contributing to the company’s strong governance and ethical standards.
  • Successfully obtained the board’s corporate governance charter, reinforcing commitment to maintaining high standards of corporate governance and ethical business practices.

Sahara Petrochemicals | Riyadh, SA
Shareholders Relations & Governance Head | 2013 – 2017

  • Managed Sahara Petrochemicals’; Tadawul announcements with accurate and timely communication of quarterly and year-end reports to the Capital Market Authority.
  • Coordinated and executed Annual General Meetings (AGM)/Extra-Ordinary General Meetings (EGM) of shareholders.
  • Ensured strict adherence to Corporate Governance standards and regulatory compliance with bodies such as CMA and MOCI, maintaining the company’s ethical and legal standards.
  • Contributed as a key member of the Merger and Acquisition committee, providing insights into corporate developments.
  • Directed all CMA-related training programs to educate staff on regulatory requirements and best practices.
  • Acted as the primary liaison with Tadawul and regulatory bodies, handling critical compliance and reporting activities.
  • Developed and executed communication strategies and media campaigns and prepared in-depth Board Package.

SAMBA | Khobar, SA
Processing Specialist | 2012 – 2013

  • Audited and processed credit facilities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial transactions.
  • Implemented rigorous auditing standards and streamlined processing methodologies, contributing to the reliable and effective management of credit operations.

Educations:

Associate Degree in Accounting with Honors, (KFUPM)

Certifications/Professional Development

  • GRCP, Governance, Risk & Compliance Professional (OCEG)
  • GRCP Audit (OCEG)
  • Financial Analysis Workshop: A hands–on Approach. (Meirc Training & Consulting)
  • Continuous Disclosure (CMA)
  • Ifsah System Training (Tadawul)
  • Certificate in Corporate Governance (Informa)
  • Certificate in Advanced Business Communication (Informa)
  • CPM, Certified Product Manager, Association of International Product Marketing and Management (AIPMM)
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