Speakers

36th Saudi Build · 03–05 November 2026

The Future of Building

International Conference 2026

Advancing Excellence Across the Built Ecosystem, Reshaping the Future of Living.

Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Dr. James Morgan

Principal Consultant || Jaradah Business Consulting | Visiting Lecturer, University of Westminster

Dr. James Morgan

Principal Consultant || Jaradah Business Consulting | Visiting Lecturer, University of Westminster

Dr. Morgan is a consultant with international experience in design and strategic storytelling in tourism, events, leisure, digital and traditional marketing. Recognized as an outstanding event host and moderator, he is listed among the most influential figures in the events industry, and also serves as a Visiting Lecturer at the College of Design, Creative and Digital Industries and at Westminster Business School.

Eng. Sami Sarhan

Chief Advisor || National Industrial Devlopment Center

Eng. Sami Sarhan

Chief Advisor || National Industrial Devlopment Center

Eng. Sami Sarhan began his career at Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, in 1994. In 2008, he joined Microsoft in Reading, UK, as a technology specialist focused on developing middleware systems for the Oil and Gas sector. A year later, he became General Manager at AbdulKarem Holding in Khobar City, where he directed efforts in Oil and Gas automation applications. Currently, Sami serves as Chief Advisor at the National Industrial Development Center (NIDC).

Mr. Alwaleed Alkeaid

Founder & Managing Director || Saudi Sports Professionals Network

Mr. Alwaleed Alkeaid

Founder & Managing Director || Saudi Sports Professionals Network

Alwaleed Alkeaid is an international sports executive and institution builder with 15+ years of experience across sports management, governance, workforce and organizational development. He is Founder and Managing Director of the Saudi Sports Professionals Network and Secretary General of Yoga Global Federation. His work focuses on the structures, people and operating capabilities that help sports organizations turn strategy into results. His previous roles include CEO of the Saudi Boxing Federation and Vice Chairman of the Saudi Gymnastics Federation. Alwaleed has been speaking in various conferences, bringing a sports-management perspective to discussions about physical activity, participation and the long-term use of community spaces.

Eng. Mustafa Alhakeem

Senior Director of Technical Development || Confidential

Eng. Mustafa Alhakeem

Senior Director of Technical Development || Confidential

"A visionary leader who has consistently delivered innovative solutions, driving the successful implementation of infrastructure codes, renewable energy initiatives and shaping a greener future. An Electrical Engineer and EMBA graduate from KFUPM with more than 15 Years of experience in energy field within multinational organizations such as AREVA T&D, ALSTOM, GE, ABB, Hitachi and Neom Green Hydrogen Company."

Dr. Khaled Al-Hajeri

Vice-President – Building Materials || NIDC

Dr. Khaled Al-Hajeri

Vice-President – Building Materials || NIDC

Dr. Khalid Al-Hajeri is Vice President for Building Materials and Technologies at the National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), where he leads national initiatives to localize industries, promote innovation, and drive sustainability in Saudi Arabia’s construction materials sector.

Mr. Sh-Mohammad Qayum Saeed

Partner || B2G CONSULTING

Mr. Sh-Mohammad Qayum Saeed

Partner || B2G CONSULTING

Mr. Sh. Mohammad Qayum Saeed is a Partner at B2G Consulting with over 25 years of experience partnering with senior leadership to drive transformation, navigate complexity, and deliver measurable, sustainable impact.

Mr. Thomas Carl Nill

Product Specialist || Nill Building Solutions

Mr. Thomas Carl Nill

Product Specialist || Nill Building Solutions

Thomas Nill has built his career alongside his uncle, Lance Nill, the inventor and founder of Nill Building Solutions. Learning firsthand from the mind behind multiple patents, Thomas developed a deep understanding of how innovative fastening and attachment solutions transform building design and performance.

Ms. Tamara Bajic

Partner || Sustainability Expert Blackline Architects

Ms. Tamara Bajic

Partner || Sustainability Expert Blackline Architects

Tamara Bajic is a sustainability and strategic advisory expert. She currently serves as Partner at Blackline Architects, where she helps integrate long term sustainable practices into built environment projects across the MENA region.

Mr. Vladimir Kantar

Founder & CEO || Blackline Architects

Mr. Vladimir Kantar

Founder & CEO || Blackline Architects

Vladimir Kantar is an architect and design leader with more than 20 years of international experience across Europe and the Middle East. As the Founder and CEO of Blackline Architects, he leads the firm’s vision of delivering purposeful, high-quality architecture that combines design excellence with long-term value.

Eng. Anwar Abdullah Al Assaf

CEO || AlAssaf Investment Holding

Eng. Anwar Abdullah Al Assaf

CEO || AlAssaf Investment Holding

Eng. Anwar Al Assaf is an architectural expert with proven expertise in modern and sustainable building technologies. He has experience in implementing diverse projects. He has contributed to the development of innovative building solutions. Eng Anwar regularly shares his experience in lecture, workshops and conferences.

Dr. Chandrajith Aruketty Velayudlan

Senior Director Lab Management Services ME&A || Cotecna

Dr. Chandrajith Aruketty Velayudlan

Senior Director Lab Management Services ME&A || Cotecna

Dr. Chandrajith is a senior TIC industry leader with over 27 years of global experience in laboratory science, regulatory compliance, and strategic operations. As Partner & CEO of Wimpey Laboratories and Senior Director of Laboratory Management Services ME&A at Cotecna Switzerland, he oversees international teams, accreditations, and multi sector testing programs.

Mr. Bader Al-Khalifa

Country Manager S&M || Yokogawa

Mr. Bader Al-Khalifa

Country Manager S&M || Yokogawa

Bader Alkhalifa is a business leader with 25 years during which he served in different disciplines like field services, engineering, projects management, operation management, projects pursuits, business development, sales & marketing.

Ms. Amoye Henry

CEO and Managing Partner || FoundHers

Ms. Amoye Henry

CEO and Managing Partner || FoundHers

Amoye Henry is the Co-Founder and CEO of Pitch Better Inc., a market research and capacity building firm that has spent seven years preparing founders for investment through accelerator and investment readiness programs across Canada and internationally. She is also the Managing Partner of FoundHers Ventures Fund I, a $20M early-stage fund investing in women-founded technology companies across Canada, Sub-Saharan Africa, and MENA. With a presence spanning Toronto, Dubai, and West Africa, Amoye builds the capital, research, and programming infrastructure that helps underrepresented founders scale globally. Pitch Better

Mr. Ibrahim Ahmed Alomar

Business Development Manager || EDF KSA

Mr. Ibrahim Ahmed Alomar

Business Development Manager || EDF KSA

Business development professional with an engineering background and a strong focus on advancing renewable energy projects in Saudi Arabia. Currently leading clean energy initiatives for industrial and commercial clients, with expertise in project development, strategic partnerships, and PPA negotiations.

Eng. Talha Asif

Director & Chief Business Development Officer || MENA Concept Dash

Eng. Talha Asif

Director & Chief Business Development Officer || MENA Concept Dash

Talha Asif, P.Eng, PMP, RMP, is Director & Chief Business Development Officer (MENA) at Concept Dash, a Canadian civil engineering and design firm with a registered Saudi entity, and founder of Task Force, an AI construction management platform. He brings 20+ years of infrastructure delivery across rail, highway, transit, and municipal programs, including senior roles on the $2B+ Bowmanville Train Line Extension at Metrolinx in Canada, delivered under CMAR and progressive P3 models. He holds a Civil Engineering degree from Lakehead University and an Master of Public Administration from Ontario Tech University. He has taught project delivery and contract management at Canadian colleges and is based in Riyadh.

Mahmoud A. Salama

CEO || ControlMax

Mahmoud A. Salama

CEO || ControlMax

Mahmoud holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business, and has over 10 years of experience in smart home, building automation, and low-current systems. He is the Founder and Executive Manager of ControlMax, where he leads business development, project planning, technical solutions, and operations. His experience includes smart buildings, KNX and BMS automation, CCTV, access control, intercom, networking, IP-PBX, and energy management solutions for residential and commercial projects across Saudi Arabia.

Mr. Vitalii Matiunin

CEO & Co-Founder || Airvoice

Mr. Vitalii Matiunin

CEO & Co-Founder || Airvoice

Background in Physics with more than 10 years of experience across science, technology, and international business development. At Airvoice, he works on AI-powered technologies for monitoring and managing air quality across buildings, industrial facilities, and cities. His work includes digital twins and environmental data to improve the management of buildings and facilities. He oversees Airvoice’s research collaborations with international universities and research institutions, including the University of Arizona, Nanyang Technological University, University of Utah, Weizmann Institute of Science, and the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology. Relevant speaking experience: Has written and spoken on AI, sustainability, and environmental monitoring.

Mrs. Melissa Belkaid

Business Development Manager || DALKIA MEEC (Group EDF)

Mrs. Melissa Belkaid

Business Development Manager || DALKIA MEEC (Group EDF)

Melissa brings a decade of expertise in strategic B2B business development and market expansion across the industrial sector. Combining French expertise in technical rigor, quality, and sustainable innovation, she specializes in helping industrial organizations scale their commercial footprint while driving energy-efficient operational models. She delivers practical, forward-thinking perspectives on sustainable industrial partnerships, client acquisition, and decarbonization strategies

Eng. Sultan Sobhi Batterjee

CEO and Chairman || IHCC

Eng. Sultan Sobhi Batterjee

CEO and Chairman || IHCC

Founder and Chief Executive Officer • Founder and President • Vice President of Business Development and Board Member – IHCC, – Lifestyle Developers – Bait Al Batterjee Holding and – Saudi German Hospitals Group. As CEO of IHCC, he plays a vital role in positioning the company as a design and turnkey enterprise that specializes in healthcare, education and mixed-use development projects in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). recognized as Forbes 100 CEOs in MENA,LEED Certification by US Green Buildings Council – 2019 o Healthcare Project of The Year 2018 in MEED Project Awards 2018 Dubai, o Healthcare Project of the Year in Saudi Arabia's MEED Quality Awards 2017, o Saudi Arabia’s EY Entrepreneur

Mr. Osama Al-Hussain

CSQ Country lead || CSQ Project Management

Mr. Osama Al-Hussain

CSQ Country lead || CSQ Project Management

A strategic and ambitious construction leader with a passion for delivering complex and high-impact projects. I thrive in fast-paced, high-performing environments, with experience spanning the UK and GCC. I lead by building strong, collaborative relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders, fostering a culture where excellence and contribution go hand in hand. Experienced across residential, mixed-use, commercial offices, masterplans, lounges, government, industrial, and data center developments. Education: Kingston University, BEng (Hons), Civil Engineering, Grade: Upper Second Class Honours

Mr. Abdulaziz Farid Al-Azem

Founder || DTS

Mr. Abdulaziz Farid Al-Azem

Founder || DTS

Al Azem founded Design Tech Services, a lighting design firm in Riyadh. Under his leadership, the firm has gained a reputation across the Gulf region for its creative concepts that seamlessly blend tradition with modernity. His designs are celebrated for their ability to transform architectural spaces, creating functional and aesthetically captivating environments that reflect his profound understanding of light's role in architecture. AI Azem's work is a testament to his expertise and his commitment to enhancing spaces with thoughtful, culturally resonant lighting.

Mr. Mohammed Omar

Head Of Projects Development || Three Eight Six Energy Co.

Mr. Mohammed Omar

Head Of Projects Development || Three Eight Six Energy Co.

Over 8 years of professional experience in the Saudi solar market, worked with international companies as CEPCO - (one of the leaders solar EPC contractors in KSA), Engie as Business Development Manager (One of largest solar developers in the world), and currently with Three Eight Six Energy Company as Head Of Projects Development (J.V between AlKhayyat investment Group - 2 billion USD annual turnover and B. Grimm Power - 4 GW operating assets in 9 countries), supporting their growth through strategic planning and practical solutions with deep knowledge of the market trends, technologies and industry best practices. Holding a Bachelor degree in civil engineering.

Eng. Firas Obeido Tamimi

CEO || E2E Arabian (SmartAE)

Eng. Firas Obeido Tamimi

CEO || E2E Arabian (SmartAE)

Firas Obeido Tamimi is a visionary entrepreneur and internationally recognized expert in energy efficiency, building automation, and smart city technologies. With over three decades of experience, he has pioneered innovative solutions that bridge engineering, digital transformation, and sustainability, reshaping how buildings and cities operate. He is the Founder and Chairman of SatchNet Electronic Systems, one of the region’s leading building automation firms, and the Chief Executive Officer of SmartAE – Saudi Arabia, where he drives large-scale initiatives in energy retrofits, IoT for buildings, and intelligent facility management. His career also includes launching UnitexControls, a manufacturer of advanced IoT devices, and co-founding multiple ventures across the Middle East in engineering and energy services. A thought leader passionate about AI, data-driven efficiency, and digital twins, Firas believes technology is not only a tool for operational excellence but also a catalyst for positive social, economic, and environmental impact. He has shared his expertise at major international conferences including the BIG 5 Technology Talks, AMITY University Lectures, and European Union Energy Forums, inspiring audiences on the future of green and resilient infrastructure. Certified as a CEM, CMVP, and LonMark Professional, Firas continues to empower the next generation of engineers, while championing sustainable innovation for a smarter, greener future.

Mr. David Heron

CEO & Founder || ID&C Solutions GmbH

Mr. David Heron

CEO & Founder || ID&C Solutions GmbH

David Heron is a construction and real estate executive with extensive experience in Saudi Arabia and the wider Middle East. He leads ID&C Solutions and ANHA, a Saudi-based development management business focused exclusively on the Kingdom, bringing together senior industry professionals across development, design, construction and technology. David focuses on the practical application of Construction 4.0, combining collaborative delivery, prefabrication, design automation, AI-enabled workflows and supply-chain integration. A specialist in Insurance Backed Alliancing (IBA), his approach aligns commercial models, incentives and technology to enable innovation at scale and deliver Saudi hospitality and residential projects with greater speed, certainty, efficiency and asset performance.

Mr. Mohamed Amer

Managing Director for the MENA || region International Code Council (ICC)

Mr. Mohamed Amer

Managing Director for the MENA || region International Code Council (ICC)

Mohamed serves as Managing Director for the MENA region at the International Code Council (ICC). Based in Dubai, he leads ICC's strategic growth and commercial expansion across MENA, overseeing business development, operations, and senior-level engagement with government bodies, Standards Development Organizations (SDOs), manufacturers, design professionals, and other key stakeholders. With almost 20 years of professional experience in oil/gas, project management, and Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industries, he spearheads ICC’s regional initiatives and market outreach through multiple engagement levers and demand drivers, helping deploy, lead and facilitate ICC’s service lines for new business offerings across its family of solutions spectrum. His leadership extends acro.

Dr Attitou Aboubakr

Assistant Professor || Scandinavian Academy, Sweden

Dr Attitou Aboubakr

Assistant Professor || Scandinavian Academy, Sweden

Dr.-Ing. Attitou Aboubakr is an Assistant Professor and Civil Engineer with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the University of Kassel, Germany. His expertise spans sustainable construction, structural engineering, Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC), renewable energy, resilient infrastructure, and engineering management. He has extensive academic, research, and industrial experience across Europe and the Middle East. Dr. Aboubakr has authored numerous scientific publications in prestigious international peer-reviewed journals and has contributed to several international research projects. He is also a regular speaker at international conferences and industry summits, where he shares practical and research-based insights on sustainable construction, innovative materials.

Mr. Sami Al Sharif

General Manager || Exceptional Interior decoration company

Mr. Sami Al Sharif

General Manager || Exceptional Interior decoration company

With over 15 years of international experience in turnkey project delivery, fit-out, interior design, and project management, Sami Al Sharif has successfully delivered high-value and complex projects across the hospitality, retail, F&B, commercial, and residential sectors. His expertise spans the entire project lifecycle, from concept development and design management through tendering, procurement, construction, fit-out, commissioning, and final handover. Sami has led multidisciplinary teams and managed prestigious projects across Canada, the UAE, Kuwait, Romania, and Saudi Arabia. Combining strategic leadership with hands-on delivery expertise, he is recognized for creating innovative, functional, and commercially successful environments while consistently achieving exceptional outcomes

Mr. Khalid Alusail

Executive Director || Technology Planning & Development Red Sea Global

Mr. Khalid Alusail

Executive Director || Technology Planning & Development Red Sea Global

Mr. Khalid Alusail is a technology executive with more than two decades of experience in technology planning, digital transformation, ICT engineering, and communications infrastructure. His expertise extends to the development and integration of secure, resilient, and future-ready digital infrastructure for large-scale and complex developments. Before joining Red Sea Global in 2021, Mr. Alusail held prominent leadership positions, including Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Huawei and Chairman of the Communications Standards Committee at Saudi Aramco. His career reflects a strong track record in technology strategy, infrastructure development, communications standards, and digital transformation.

Ms. Ayesha Guha

Design Director || Cundall

Ms. Ayesha Guha

Design Director || Cundall

Ayesha has extensive experience managing the design and delivery of large-scale projects in Saudi Arabia, including developments within Diriyah and Qiddiya. She brings a strong project and design management perspective, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to translate ambitious, climate-responsive design into buildable outcomes while balancing quality, materials, cost and construction feasibility.

Ms. Julia A. M. Galland

Lawyer, Government affairs senior advisor, Founder || J.Galland Consulting

Ms. Julia A. M. Galland

Lawyer, Government affairs senior advisor, Founder || J.Galland Consulting

Highly driven dual-qualified lawyer and strategic Government Affairs, Regulatory and Legal Advisor with 15+ years of international experience. Julia brings legal expertise and strategic vision to help organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes and build impactful public affairs strategies. I advise executives, financial institutions, and international groups on political and regulatory risk, stakeholder engagement, regulatory change and market entry (GCC / Europe), with particular experience in Saudi Arabia, UAE and EU Zone (e.g: France, Switzerland). Regularly engaged in international policy and business forums, including the WEF, WTO, IEFA, OECD, COP preparatory meetings and FII Institute, supporting senior-level dialogue and cross-sector partnerships. Proven expertise in (i) building cross-sector collaboration and public-private partnerships to drive sustainable business outcomes, (ii) leading strategic negotiations and drafting sophisticated contractual arrangements.

Mr. Sherif Deknawyg. Sultan Sobhi Batterjee

Business Development & Marketing Director || Elsewedy Electric KSA

Mr. Sherif Deknawyg. Sultan Sobhi Batterjee

Business Development & Marketing Director || Elsewedy Electric KSA

Sherif Deknawy is an executive leader and engineer specializing in industrial development, power infrastructure, and strategic energy transitions. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from ESLSCA Business School of France, blending robust technical engineering foundations with advanced commercial strategy. In his current role as the Saudi Arabia Business Development and Marketing Director for Elsewedy Electric Group based in Riyadh, Sherif drives large-scale commercial initiatives and sustainable infrastructure solutions across the Kingdom. His expertise heavily centers on supporting the nation's evolving energy ecosystem—including high-voltage transmission, battery energy storage system (BESS) operational capacities, and grid modernization. Actively engaged in aligning industrial capabilities with Vision 2030, he has spearheaded prominent local manufacturing and localization strategies.

Mr. Saeed Alkhazal

Project Manager || PMP-certified Digital Delivery Lead

Mr. Saeed Alkhazal

Project Manager || PMP-certified Digital Delivery Lead

Saeed Alkhazal is a PMP-certified Digital Delivery Lead and Project Manager with over 15 years of experience steering major EHV and HV energy infrastructure projects. He specializes in enterprise digital platforms and field management solutions that elevate project quality, operational efficiency, and material tracking. Saeed is also a John Maxwell Certified Coach and Speaker, blending technical delivery with strategic leadership and change management to build high-performing teams across the energy and construction sectors

Mr. Joseph A. Sadaka

General Manager || SAFEER Jv (TotalEnergies & Zahid Group)

Mr. Joseph A. Sadaka

General Manager || SAFEER Jv (TotalEnergies & Zahid Group)

Joseph Sadaka is the General Manager of SAFEER, a joint venture between TotalEnergies and Zahid Group focused on delivering Commercial and Industrial (C&I) solar energy solutions through the Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) model in Saudi Arabia. He leads the company's strategic growth, business development, operations, and stakeholder engagement efforts, helping industrial and commercial customers accelerate their energy transition while reducing electricity costs. With extensive leadership experience in the energy sector, Joseph has a strong track record in developing and executing renewable energy projects, building strategic partnerships, and driving sustainable business growth. His expertise spans solar energy, project development,

Mr. Wahib Abdelaali

Country Manager || INDELEC Saudi Arabia

Mr. Wahib Abdelaali

Country Manager || INDELEC Saudi Arabia

Walid is the Country Manager for Saudi Arabia at INDELEC, a French company specializing in lightning protection and risk prevention solutions. He holds a Master’s degree and has an international business background. He spent one year at IFPO in Amman, Jordan, strengthening his Arabic language skills and developing a deeper understanding of the Middle East and its business environment. Based in Riyadh and covering the Saudi market, he supports INDELEC’s development across the Kingdom, with a focus on major projects, critical facilities and strategic infrastructure. His role involves working closely with consultants, contractors and key stakeholders, supporting project development and building long-term partnerships across Saudi Arabia.

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The Future of Building

International Conference 2026

Advancing Excellence Across the Built Ecosystem, Reshaping the Future of Living.

Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center (RICEC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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