MAZEN ALHARBI
Makkah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished executive and board member with over a decade of leadership experience spanning engineering project management, corporate governance, risk management, and business development.
Currently serving as a Board Member at Raydan Food Company, and a member of both the Executive Committee and the Governance, Risk, and Compliance Committee.
Demonstrates a strong track record in managing large-scale national infrastructure projects within the water and utilities sector through senior leadership roles at the Saline Water Conversion Corporation (SWCC) and the Water Transmission Company (WTCO).
Entrepreneurial by nature, Mazen is the Founder of Hawkem, a RegTech platform specializing in governance, risk, and compliance technologies, as well as the Founder and General Manager of Roasting Experts for Industry and HoReCa Services Trading Company, both recognized for their contributions to the coffee and hospitality sectors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Founder
Hawkem (RegTech Platform)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
10.2025 - Current
- Developed a regulatory technology platform to manage governance, risk, and compliance for organizations.
- Designed tools for tracking compliance, risk mitigation, and corporate governance performance.
Board member
Raydan Food Company (Listed Company)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
05.2025 - Current
- Member of the Executive Committee and Governance, Risk, and Compliance Committee.
- Provide strategic guidance on corporate governance, risk management, and operational performance.
- Advise on business development initiatives, financial oversight, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Senior Regional Project Manager
Water Transmission Company (A government-owned)
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
06.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions between project stages for seamless progression.
- Guided the development of project objectives, established clear performance expectations.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Utilised advanced project management tools for superior tracking and reporting.
Founder & General Manager
Roasting Experts for Industry (L.L.C)
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
03.2022 - Current
- Established a coffee wholesale and retail business, including café operations and supply chain management.
- Oversaw business development, operations, and financial performance.
Founder & General Manager
HoReCa Services Trading Company (L.L.C)
Jeddah, Saudi ARabia
02.2018 - Current
- Launched a hospitality supply and consumer goods trading company with after-sales services.
- Managed procurement, logistics, and client relationship management.
Project Manager
Water Transmission Company (A government-owned)
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time.
- Managed budgets diligently, controlled unnecessary expenditure on projects.
- Expedited issue resolution to minimise delays in project timelines.
- Steered teams through complex project phases to successful completion.
Projects Controller
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
Makkah, Saudi Arabia
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Streamlined project workflow by implementing efficient scheduling and planning strategies.
- Managed risk assessments for minimising project-related uncertainties.
Instrumentation and Control Supervisor
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
Jeddah, Mecca Region
09.2017 - 11.2021
- Reduced workplace conflicts through effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Identified potential risks and mitigated them through proactive measures.
- Ensured smooth operations with regular maintenance checks.
- Oversaw inventory management to avoid any shortage or excess stock issues.
Instrumentation and control Foreman
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
Ras Alkhair, Saudi Arabia
06.2012 - 09.2017
- Managed projects from conception to completion ensuring timely delivery.
- Improved process efficiency by designing and implementing new control systems.
- Analysed system performance for identification of areas requiring improvement.
- Enhanced safety protocols with regular inspection and maintenance of instruments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Gonzaga University
Spkoane, WA 05.2007 - 03.2012
Skills
- Projects Management
- Facility Management
- Entrepreneurship & Business Development
- Corporate Governance & Boardroom
- Risk Management & Compliance Frameworks
- Internal Audit
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
Accomplishments
king Abdulaziz and his Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity "mawhiba''
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI
ISO 37000 Corporate Governance Manager - PECB
COBIT Foundation Certificate Program - ISACA
Governance, Risk, and Compliance Professional (GRCP) - OCEG
Securities Rules and Regulations (CME1) - CISI
Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) - IIA
Certificate in International Financial Reporting (Cert IFR) - ACCA
Regulatory Framework for Valuation Profession & International Valuation Standards – Saudi Authority for Accredited Valuers (TAQEEM)
Finance for Non-Finance Managers - Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)
Executive Development & Board Training
- Board Director Readiness Program, Center for Governance (A PIF Company) & IoD (UK) – Candidate, Feb 2026
Professional Memberships
- Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE, KSA) - Member
- Project Management Institute (PMI, USA) - Member
- The Saudi Authority for Internal Auditors (SAIA, KSA) - Member
- Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA, USA) - Member
- Institute of Directors (IoD, UK) - Member
- Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI, UK) – Associate Member
Timeline
Founder
Hawkem (RegTech Platform)
10.2025 - Current
Board member
Raydan Food Company (Listed Company)
05.2025 - Current
Senior Regional Project Manager
Water Transmission Company (A government-owned)
06.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Water Transmission Company (A government-owned)
06.2023 - 06.2024
Founder & General Manager
Roasting Experts for Industry (L.L.C)
03.2022 - Current
Projects Controller
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
11.2021 - 06.2023
Founder & General Manager
HoReCa Services Trading Company (L.L.C)
02.2018 - Current
Instrumentation and Control Supervisor
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
09.2017 - 11.2021
Instrumentation and control Foreman
Saline Water Conversion Corp. (A government Corp.)
06.2012 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Gonzaga University
05.2007 - 03.2012