Ali Al Lawati, Cert Director

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DISC Type : c

Member Board of Directors at Abraj Energy Services

Muscat, Masqaţ, Oman

Overview

Ali Al Lawati is the Chief People & Technology Officer at OQ, leveraging 20 years of global experience in the energy sector. He leads human capital, digital transformation, sustainability, and corporate communications. Educated with a Bachelor of Engineering from Sultan Qaboos University, his expertise includes strategic planning and creating in-country value through industry localization and investment.

Outside of his corporate roles, Ali deeply values his family—his parents, wife, and children—crediting them for their unwavering support throughout his international career. He is a strong advocate for integrating and respecting local traditions and cultures within corporate strategy, viewing diversity as a significant strength for any organization.

Unique fact: Early in his career, Ali was promoted to a managerial role after only three years, embracing the significant pressure and responsibility to prove young professionals can excel when empowered.

Personality Overview

Not Easily Convinced

Systematic

Cautious & Analytical

They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. It is quite likely of them to ask for pricing or other concessions.

Topics They Care About

In-Country Value
A core part of his strategy at OQ, focusing on portfolio diversification, industry localization, attracting investments, and developing local SMEs to build Oman's economic strength.
Talent Development
As Chief People Officer, he champions developing local talent, as seen in OQ's graduate programs. He believes in giving young professionals significant responsibility early in their careers.
Capital Efficiency
In recent interviews, he has been a spokesperson for OQ's strategy of using IPOs from its subsidiaries to reduce debt and drive sustainable growth for the company.

Media Appearances

Ali has no verified media appearances

Work History

3-2025
Member Board of Directors at Abraj Energy Services
2-2025
Member Board of Directors at Takatuf Oman
2-2025
Member at YPO
11-2024
Chairman of the Board of Directors at OQ Base Industries
9-2024
Chief People & Technology Officer at OQ

Education

1999 - 2004
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) from Sultan Qaboos University

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Exp : 20 Location : Muscat, Masqaţ, Oman Job Level : Leadership Designation : Member Board of Directors at Abraj Energy Services
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Insights For Selling To Ali

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Emphasize on objective proof of ROI, help them do a thorough evaluation
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Keep some extra margin in hand as they will likely negotiate the pricing

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘do not worry about’, ‘no one compares to’ etc.
  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Ali is

  • Ensuring that the product delivers ROI, cost-effective pricing and process compliance are very important for them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Ali

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Ali move?

  • If they have the information that they need, they can move fast at making their decisions.
  • Can Ali take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Ali

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