Saud Al Yahmadi

As the Chief of People & Change at the Oman Investment Authority, Saud Al Yahmadi leads strategic human resources and organizational transformation. He leverages his background, including an MBA from Cardiff University and a leadership program at Oxfords Saïd Business School, to drive talent development and nationalization initiatives for the sovereign wealth fund.

His interests suggest a keen focus on global industries, particularly in the energy sector with companies like Shell and TotalEnergies, and in international aviation. He also sits on the board of directors for entities such as the Oman Food Investment Company, reflecting a diverse portfolio of interests.

He publicly explores the critical balance between implementing workforce nationalization policies ("Tawteen") and maintaining high levels of economic efficiency in the Gulf region.