Join us for our next episode of #YPOPresents as we explore the evolving landscape of #urbandevelopment and explore the role of technology in designing and managing cities to enhance efficiency and overall quality of life for its citizens.

Global leaders Riad Bsaibes (Amana Investments), Dr. Ayesha Khanna (Addo) and Abdullah Azhari (Saudi Icon Company) will be #live and taking your questions on what the #future looks like for urban development. Register today!

About Riad
President and CEO of AMANA Investment, Riad Bsaibes leverages his expertise in business strategy, business development and operational management to drive intelligent solutions across AMANA verticals. Riad joined AMAN in 2002 following nine years with Schlumberger and Corning.

He holds a bachelor of science in engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an MBA from the Harvard Business School, and is a member of YPO.

About Ayesha
Dr. Ayesha Khanna, Co-founder and CEO of Addo, is a leading AI figure recognized by Forbes as a ground-breaking entrepreneur in Southeast Asia. With over 20 years of experience in technology innovation, Dr. Khanna has degrees from Harvard, Columbia, and the London School of Economics. She has worked for over a decade on Wall Street advising clients on information analytics systems.

As founder and CEO of Addo, she specializes in advising CEOs and Boards of companies such as Mercy Health, one of the largest hospital providers in the USA. She serves on the boards of Johnson Controls and NEOM Tonomus, and the scientific advisory board of L'Oreal. She was also previously on the board of Singapore government's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) which governs the nation's smart city strategy.

A well-respected speaker and author, she emphasizes the fusion of technology and societal impact. Ayesha's commitment to diversity led her to found 21st Century Girls, a charity that provides free tech education to girls in Singapore.

About Abdullah
Abdullah Azhari, the Founder and CEO of Saudi Icon, boasts a dynamic leadership style forged through a distinguished 16-year career in the fit-out construction and civil engineering realm. His professional journey commenced at Turner Construction in Boston, USA, following the completion of his undergraduate studies in Massachusetts. Returning to his roots, Abdullah contributed significantly to Saud Consult, a premier engineering firm in KSA, before embarking on the transformative journey of establishing Saudi Icon.

In his capacity as CEO, Abdullah Azhari stands at the helm of pivotal corporate decisions, operational management, and serves as the crucial liaison between the Board of Directors and Corporate Operations. Charting the strategic course of the company, he executes plans that realize both short and long-term objectives, enhance cost-efficiency, and foster positive relationships with partners, shareholders, and regulatory bodies. Abdullah exercises adept oversight over business operations, financial performance, and investments, concurrently supervising executives to ensure compliance with policies and legal guidelines. His acumen shines in assessing and resolving challenges, actively elevating the company's public profile through strategic events and speaking engagements.

Abdullah's decade-long stewardship has witnessed the pinnacle of excellence in delivering construction and fit-out projects across the Kingdom. Navigating the delicate balance between comprehensive in-house capabilities and a streamlined organizational structure, he has molded Saudi Icon into one of the Kingdom's most esteemed design and build companies, specializing in high-end fit-out and the efficient delivery of fast-track construction projects. Abdullah's visionary leadership extended to the establishment of various business units under the SI umbrella, such as SI Wood Works Factory for joinery works, MonoLine for aluminum works, and Hi-Tech for metal works. Additionally, strategic partnerships have been forged, contributing significantly to SI's competitive advantage across all operational facets.


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