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Nezar Banabeela

Activist · DISC type Cd
Chief Executive Officer at Mobily
📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

With over two decades in the technology and communications sector, Nezar Banabeela is the CEO of Mobily. His leadership experience spans roles as CEO of STC Bahrain and President at the Saudi National Shipping Company (Bahri). He holds a bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering and Computers.

Nezar is focused on fostering innovation and digital development through strategic partnerships. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration between international organizations and the private sector to accelerate regional digital integration and align with national economic goals.

Unique fact: He holds an executive certification in the "Anatomy of Shipping, " reflecting his diverse leadership background in both telecommunications and maritime logistics.

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Experience
22 Years
Current Role
Chief Executive Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Personality Overview

How Nezar shows up

Meticulous
Value Conscious
Perfectionist

They focus on objectivity in a pitch and pay little attention to bells and whistles. They respond well to confident salespeople. They care equally about the product and its potential impact.

Priorities

Topics Nezar cares about

AI in Telecom
Views Artificial Intelligence as a cornerstone of an innovative and sustainable economy, aligning Mobily's investments with this future-forward national vision.
Digital Development
Actively discusses and promotes the acceleration of sustainable digital development through regional and global collaboration, as seen in his recent engagements.
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Career

Work history

2-2025
Chief Executive Officer
Mobily
5-2024 - 3-2025
Head of Special Projects
stc
6-2019 - 5-2024
Chief Executive Officer
stc Bahrain
5-2015 - 5-2019
President of Bahri Dry Bulk
Bahri
2014 - 2015
E.G.M Partnership
Mobily
In the press

Media appearances

Mobily taps Nezar Banabeela as CEO. Featured in Enterprise News Egypt
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Mobily CEO steps down; Nezar Banabeela named as new CEO. Featured in People Matters Global
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Education
1998 - 2003
Bachelor's degree
Umm Al-Qura University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

C

Calculativeness (C)

Calculativeness (C) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to be cautious, systematic and analytical. Those scoring high tend to emphasise quality and accuracy.

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