Governance
Governance
Governance
Governance

Chairman / Non Executive



Chairman / Non Executive
Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in Economics and Accounting
- PhD in Economics and Accounting - Loughborough
University, UK.
Areas of Expertise:
- Supervising the management of Fawaz Abdul Aziz Al Hokair & Partners Real Estate Company.
- Chairman of the Board of Directors of Arabian Centers Company
Current Role:
- Chairman of the Board of Directors - Fawaz Al Hokair Company

Vice Chairman / Non Executive



Vice Chairman / Non Executive
Qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery – King Saud University, KSA
Areas of Expertise:
- Apparel, retail and food industries
Current Role:
- Member of the Board of Directors - Fawaz Al Hokair Company.
Previous Role:
- Chairman of the Board of Directors - Fawaz Al Hokair Co.

Member / Non Executive



Member / Non Executive
Qualification:
- Master’s degree in Applied Financial Mathematics - University of Connecticut, USA
- Master’s degree in Economics – University of Connecticut, USA
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance – James Madison University, USA
Areas of Expertise:
- Head of Treasury - Fawaz Abdul Aziz Al Hokair & Partners Group
- Portfolio Manager - Samba Capital Auditor, Aldar Audit Office
Current Role:
- Chief Financial Officer - FAS Group
Previous Role:
- Head of Treasury - Almarai Company

Member / Non Executive



Member / Non Executive
Qualification:
• Master’s degree in Business Administration –Brunel University,
UK
• Bachelor's degree in Finance
• Master’s degree in Management –Qassim University, KSA.
Areas of Expertise:
• Operations Manager NESC - Commercial Projects Company
• Executive Vice President - NESC Commercial Projects Company
• Chief Executive Officer - Thobe Al Aseel Company.
Current Role:
• Chief Executive Officer - Alsaif Gallery.
Previous Role:
• Chief Executive Officer - Thobe Al Aseel Company.

Member / Independent



Member / Independent
Qualification:
• PHD in Architecture
Areas of Expertise:
• Member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Nominations Committee - Saudi Finance Company.
Previous Role:
• Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Audit Committee -16Arab Insurance Company

Member / Independent



Member / Independent
Qualification:
• Bachelor's degree in Sociology.
Areas of Expertise:
• Chairman - Ahmed Al Sheikh Company.
Current Role:
• Chairman - Ahmed Al Sheikh Company.
Previous Role:
• Founder and Chairman - Wahba Company

Member / Independent



Member / Independent
Qualification:
• Master's degree in Computer Science
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science
Areas of Expertise:
• Director General of Information Technology Governance - General Organization for Social Insurance
• Director of Business Intelligence and Databases - General
Organization for Social Insurance
Current Role:
• Chief Executive Officer - Madad Business Information Systems Technology Company
Previous Role:
• Director General of Digital Transformation -Human Resources Development Fund

Member / Independent



Member / Independent
Qualification:
• Bachelor's degree in Science
Areas of Expertise:
• Executive Director -Arab Towns Company
• Executive Vice President, - Saudi Lebanese Construction Company
• Executive Director -Fawaz Abdulaziz Al Hokair & Partners Company
Previous Role:
• Executive Vice President - Asal Company

Member / Independent



Member / Independent
Areas of Expertise:
• Managing Director -Arab International Appliances Company
Current Role:
• Managing Director - Al Shaheen Metallurgical Industries Company
Previous Role:
• Founding Partner -Nabaa Bisan Company

Chief Executive Officer



Chief Executive Officer
Salim Fakhouri joined Cenomi Retail leadership in November 2021 as the CEO-Fashion division. Under his guidance, he led the expansion in the Saudi and International markets and strengthened relationships with the core brands under Cenomi Retail.
Salim Fakhouri is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience across the Middle East and North Africa. His primary professional focus has been FMCG and Fashion Retail. Salim has amassed vast experience and sharpened his expertise across different areas in retail; From commercial to finance, business development, and operations. His previous roles include a lengthy tenure at Azadea Group as President of Fashion Division. Prior to that, he was Regional Markets Director for the Azadea operation and managed almost 50 international brands in GCC and MENA.
Salim holds a Master of Business Administration (GEMBA) from I.E Business School in Madrid, Spain and is a CPA, holding an accounting and audit degree from the National Education and Fine Arts College in Lebanon. In his spare time, Salim is an avid squash player and has enjoys global travel where he can experience new markets and discover hidden gems in the fashion world.

Chief Financial Officer



Chief Financial Officer
Ahmed Abdelkareem is the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Cenomi Retail, where he leads the finance function across all operating countries. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial performance of the brands and plays a key role in Cenomi Retail's transformation strategy. His responsibilities include optimizing inventory and supply chain, as well as successfully implementing an omnichannel strategy.
With over 15 years of experience in the region, Ahmed has a proven track record of guiding retail, food and beverage, and real estate companies through successful transformations and periods of significant growth. His expertise span brand finance, corporate finance, corporate governance, and treasury.
Ahmed joined Cenomi Retail seven years ago and has been an integral part of the organization since then. Prior to this, he served as the Head of Finance at Al Areen Holding Company. Before transitioning to the corporate sector, Ahmed gained valuable experience in audit and consulting with Deloitte and Baker Tilly.
Ahmed holds a bachelor’s degree from Hashimiat University and is currently working diligently towards completing his MBA, reflecting his ongoing commitment to enhancing his skills and advancing his professional expertise.
Audit Committee
The Audit Committee’s primary role is to provide oversight of the financial reporting process and the audit processes. Its tasks also include reviewing the company's system of internal controls and compliance with laws and regulations.
- Abdulrahman Bin Mohammed Alanqari - Chairman (Independent)
- Ahmed Bin Saleh Alsultan (Non-Executive)
- Zaki Bin Abdullah Alawami (From outside the Board)
Nomination and Remuneration Committee
The Nomination and Remuneration Committee was established in line with Article 50 of the CMA’s Corporate Governance Regulations. It was formed to assist the Board of Directors in carrying out its duties and oversight of matters relating to determining the qualifications and the nomination process for membership as well as the remuneration of the Board and Executive Officers to achieve sound corporate governance.
- Mansour Bin Saad Alajlan
- Abdulmajid Bin Abdullah Albasri
- Ahmed Bin Mohammed AlAlsheikh
Executive Committee
The Executive Committee was formed to advise the Board with reflect to matters of organizational direction, strategic planning and key business matters. Alongside the Board, the Executive Committee monitors and evaluates progress made toward the company’s strategic goals.
- Mohamed Rafiq Murad / Chairman (Out of Board)
- Dr. Abdulmajid Bin Abdulaziz Alhokair / Member (Non-Executive)
- Abdulmajid Bin Abdullah Albasri / Member (Non-Executive)
- Wassim Kabbara / Member (Out of Board)