11:I[3799,["55","static/chunks/55-b52c9b385b727ee3.js","96","static/chunks/96-9221e38d6a615e38.js","793","static/chunks/app/mena-leaders/%5Bslug%5D/page-d3152139ea4bf924.js"],"default"] 12:I[5870,["55","static/chunks/55-b52c9b385b727ee3.js","96","static/chunks/96-9221e38d6a615e38.js","793","static/chunks/app/mena-leaders/%5Bslug%5D/page-d3152139ea4bf924.js"],"default"] 13:T784,His career began in the global financial hub of London, working as a banking analyst, where he developed market discipline and a strong grasp of numbers.

In 2009, he returned to Saudi Arabia and joined “Al Arabia,” where he held several executive positions and reshaped the company’s identity and market position. - Business Development Manager (2009)
- Deputy General Manager (2013–2016)
- CEO (2016–2025)
- Vice Chairman of the Board (2023–2025)
- Chairman of the Board (since May 2025)
- He also previously served as CEO of the Saudi Media Company, where he launched groundbreaking initiatives in sports media and digital partnerships. Beyond executive roles, Mohammed Abdulilah has played a pivotal role in advancing the media environment in the Kingdom by:

– Chairing the Media and Advertising Committee at the Riyadh Chamber, helping to shape policies that improve advertising quality and regulate the sector.
– Serving on the boards of media and investment companies.
– Building partnerships between media firms, universities, and government entities.
– Representing Saudi Arabia at local and international economic and media forums Education and Continuous Development.

Al-Khariji holds a strong academic background, further reinforced by international executive programs, including:

– Bachelor’s in Finance
– Prince Sultan University (2006)
– Executive MBA
– Cass Business School, London (2012)
– Advanced executive programs from HSBC, INSEAD, and Fitch Learning – Leading the full digital transformation of “Al Arabia”
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Mohammed Abdulilah Al-Khariji

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