Abudawood has built a distinguished career in strategic growth, institutional transformation, and smart city development. His leadership spans major national projects in infrastructure, municipal services, and urban innovation under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. He played a pivotal role in establishing Remat Al-Riyadh Development and its subsidiaries, enhancing digital transformation, smart infrastructure, and municipal service excellence.
CEO
Abdullah Abudawood
Abdullah bin Suleiman Abudawood currently serves as the CEO of Remat Al-Riyadh Development Company, the development arm of Riyadh Municipality. With more than 25 years of executive and leadership experience, he has led transformative initiatives across government and private sectors, advancing sustainable business models and forging impactful public-private partnerships.
Career Journey
– CEO – Remat Al-Riyadh Development Company (Present) – Leadership Roles – Channels by STC – Executive Roles – Jazan Economic City – Senior Management – Industrial Valley, King Abdullah Economic City – Leadership Positions – Government entities and international companies across infrastructure, investment, and development sectors
Board Memberships & Leadership Roles
– Chairman – Muthal Business Services Company – Chairman – Rasa Business Services Company – Vice Chairman – Reemat Advanced Company – Committee Member – Riyadh Municipality (Digital Transformation, Financial Sustainability & Privatization, Municipal Oversight & Compliance, among others)
Academic Credentials & Executive Education
– Bachelor’s in Business Administration – University of Business and Technology – Board Membership Diploma – International Institute for Management Development (IMD) – Certified Board Chairman™️ – Executive Programs in Strategy, Finance & Board Governance – London Business School (LBS), INSEAD, IMD
Leadership Impact
Abudawood’s leadership is defined by his ability to bridge investment and municipal development, ensuring sustainable growth while enhancing Riyadh’s smart city infrastructure. Through his executive and board roles, he continues to shape transformative initiatives that align with Vision 2030, delivering both economic returns and social impact.
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