Osama Salem M Al Ghamdi
Dhahran
Summary
Visionary CEO with broad expertise in transforming organisations through innovative strategies and decisive leadership. Proven track record of streamlining operations, driving growth, and fostering collaborative cultures. Adept at navigating complex markets and delivering sustainable results. Strong focus on stakeholder engagement, financial optimisation, and long-term value creation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Gulf Power International
Dammam
02.2024 - Current
- Increasing operational availability and reducing downtime, directly translating to higher productivity.
- Implementing Lean Management, Six Sigma, or Total Quality Management (TQM) to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and decrease operating expenses (OpEx).
- Shifting from reactive to proactive and preventative maintenance strategies to enhance equipment longevity.
- Elevating client satisfaction scores, leading to higher retention rates.
- Expanding market share and enhancing profitability through strategic business planning.
- Ensuring rapid and effective startup of new projects (mobilization readiness).
- Shifting from a low-profit maintenance provider to a high-value, long-term strategic partner.
- Driving zero-incident initiatives and embedding safety regulations across all operations.
- Leading the adoption of AI, IoT, and data analytics for predictive maintenance.
- Utilizing software for inventory management, work order scheduling, and performance monitoring.
- Building a skilled team with a strong culture of continuous improvement (Kaizen).
- Navigating the workforce through technological changes or restructuring.
- Establishing strategic alliances with clients and suppliers.
- Growing the business revenue 100% year on year. Top line and bottom line for the past 7 years.
- Diversifying geographical areas from the focuses on the eastern region to expanding to the central and eastern and south regions.
- Growing the workforce from 100 colleagues to 1000+ colleagues (direct and indirect).
- Diversifying the client intel from one main client dependency to multiple clienteles.
- Achieving 6 billion riyals of contracts in the past 8 years.
- Diversifying the business offering from power maintenance to industrial maintenance to power infrastructure projects to power provider (BOT-BBA).
- Expanding to international markets with a BOT approach of power.
- Signing up with major international partners such as Malakoff, Mitsubishi, GE.
Group CEO
International Projects Developers Group
Jeddah
05.2016 - Current
- Setting industry-leading safety standards and reducing the environmental footprint of operations.
- Fostering a culture of excellence, focusing on the advancement of employees through training, and engaging with young professionals to ensure future leadership.
- Achieving high consistency in Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and reducing service incidents. Reporting a 20% year-on-year growth and a 50% bottom line year-on-year growth.
- Leading 5 companies and merging and creating shared services between them.
- Unifying all internal procedures between all the subsidiaries.
- Diversifying each business in a sustainable path.
- Allocating capital to the best projects serving these companies.
- Acquiring multiple projects that benefit the subsidiaries under single contracts.
Private Consultant to HRH Sheikh Al Thani & CEO
SST Holdings
Qatar
04.2013 - 01.2016
- Strategic Advisory and Asset Management: defined investment strategies and structure portfolios for private equity and direct investments, focusing on long-term capital growth and diversification.
- Deal Sourcing and Due Diligence: identified investment opportunities, conducting comprehensive financial and operational due diligence to identify risks before acquisitions.
- Networking and Partnerships built, maintained, and activated direct relationships within the business community to establish alliances between local and international investors.
- Government Liaison and Facilitation: advised on legal entity structures and assist in liaising with government entities for visas, permits, licenses, and other operational needs.
- Specialized Support Services: provided advice on real estate, land searching, and identifying potential business partners to enhance the effectiveness of local investments.
- Structuring and Compliance: handled the structuring of equity transactions, ensured compliance with regulatory standards (both local and international), and provided advice on legal frameworks.
Director - Investment Promotion & Attraction (MEA)
SAGIA
Dammam
12.2011 - 10.2013
- Spearheaded initiatives contributing to significant FDI growth aligned with World Bank benchmarks.
- Successfully attracted investments exceeding SAR 5 Billion, ensuring alignment with Saudization, innovation, and technology goals.
- Designed and executed international roadshows targeting top global investment conferences.
- Elevated Saudi Arabia's global ranking from #67 to #11 in investment attractiveness.
- Represented the Kingdom at global platforms including: Offshore Technology Conference (USA), Turkish Arab Summit (Turkey), YPO International Forums.
- Established collaboration with UN Investment Development Fund (UNIDF) to support SME globalization.
- Facilitated partnership between SAGIA & GCC Chambers Federation to strengthen regional investment integration.
Senior Consultant to the Chairman
Apparel Group
KSA
06.2011 - 10.2013
- Strategic Planning: Developing long-term plans aligned with market demands and consumer behavior to drive growth.
- Brand Development & Positioning: Assisting brands with market research, trend forecasting, and positioning to enhance competitive advantage.
- Achieving high consistency in Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and reducing service incidents.
- Digital Transformation: Implementing technology solutions like ERP, PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), for production planning and inventory management.
Regional Manager - Public Private Partnership (PPP)
SAGIA
Dammam
11.2010 - 12.2011
- Managed investment portfolio exceeding SAR 1 Billion.
- Delivered 200%+ target achievement (SAR 12M vs SAR 6M target).
- Led investor engagement initiatives and strategic outreach programs.
Customer Relations Manager - Investment Services
SAGIA
Dammam
11.2010 - 11.2010
- Provided high-level advisory to investors on Saudi market entry.
- Achieved SAR 11M vs SAR 3M target (366% overachievement).
Customer Relations Specialist - Investment Services
SAGIA
Dammam
02.2009 - 11.2009
- Delivered investor onboarding and government service facilitation.
- Managed coordination across 180+ government services.
- Surpassed annual target by 600%.
Corporate Banker
Saudi National Bank
Dammam
03.2008 - 01.2009
- Selected for elite Corporate Associate Program (CAP).
- Managed corporate client relationships and financial instruments (LCs, LGs).
- Delivered high-quality financial advisory and relationship management.
- Promoted mutual funds and advised branches on investment products.
- Supported internal knowledge dissemination across branches.
Education
B.Sc. - Marketing
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals
Dhahran, Saudi Arabia01.2007
Accomplishments
- Youngest Executive Council Member in SAGIA history.
- Consistently exceeded targets by 400%+ on average.
- Achieved highest sales record in SAGIA history (SAR 5M).
- Raised SAR 15M funding within 2 months (special government assignment).
- Led Sponsorship Teams for Global Competitive Forum (2010-2012).
- Personally selected by Governor to chair executive council meetings.
- Received multiple official appreciation awards.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CEO
Gulf Power International
02.2024 - Current
Group CEO
International Projects Developers Group
05.2016 - Current
Private Consultant to HRH Sheikh Al Thani & CEO
SST Holdings
04.2013 - 01.2016
Director - Investment Promotion & Attraction (MEA)
SAGIA
12.2011 - 10.2013
Senior Consultant to the Chairman
Apparel Group
06.2011 - 10.2013
Regional Manager - Public Private Partnership (PPP)
SAGIA
11.2010 - 12.2011
Customer Relations Manager - Investment Services
SAGIA
11.2010 - 11.2010
Customer Relations Specialist - Investment Services
SAGIA
02.2009 - 11.2009
Corporate Banker
Saudi National Bank
03.2008 - 01.2009
B.Sc. - Marketing
King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals