Riyadh Muawad
Transformative Business Leader | Driving Growth, Operational Excellence, and shareholder value| Chairman & Visionary in ICT Leadership
specialized by stc•Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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With over two decades of unparalleled expertise in the ICT industry, I am a seasoned business leader specializing in digital transformation, operational excellence, and strategic growth across global markets. My career spans leadership roles in the GCC, Europe, and Asia, where I have successfully driven growth across multiple B2B industries and over multiple technologies and services from cloud, IoT, cybersecurity to AI and emerging tech. Currently serving as the Chairman of an ICT company, I bring a visionary approach to leadership, empowering organizations to adapt and thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. My professional journey has been defined by the ability to align technology solutions with business objectives, delivering measurable results, significant shareholder value, and fostering long-term partnerships. As an advocate for process re-engineering and digital transformation, I have played a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency, spearheading large-scale projects, and unlocking new revenue streams. My expertise extends to sales, business development, and product management, ensuring holistic growth for organizations I am privileged to lead. Driven by a passion for excellence and innovation, I am committed to shaping the future of technology while inspiring teams to achieve extraordinary outcomes. Let’s connect to explore synergies and create impactful solutions together.
Career Timeline
- sirar by stcCurrentDec 2024–Present· 1 yr 10 mos
- ChairmanCurrentDec 2024–Present
- sccc by stcCurrentJun 2022–Present· 4 yrs 4 mos
- Vice ChairmanCurrentJun 2022–Present
- iot squaredCurrentMay 2022–Present· 4 yrs 5 mos
- ChairmanCurrentMay 2022–Present
- specialized by stcCurrentApr 2019–Present· 7 yrs 6 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsCurrentDec 2024–Present
- ChairmanApr 2019–Dec 2024
- solutions by stcCurrentApr 2019–Present· 7 yrs 6 mos
- ChairmanCurrentApr 2019–Present
- stcCurrentOct 2014–Present· 12 yrs
- Chief Officer, Business, B2B, STC GroupCurrentMar 2019–Present
- Vice President, Sales for Government & Corporate (B2B)Oct 2014–Mar 2019
- Jun 2017–Apr 2019· 1 yr 10 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsJun 2017–Apr 2019
- 2008–2014· 6 yrs
- Regional Manager - Cisco Saudi Arabia2012–2014
- Defense & Security Sales Manager2010–2012
- Account Manager - Public Sector2008–2010
- 2006–2008· 2 yrs
- Account/ Channel Manager - Public Sector2006–2008
- 2005–2006· 1 yr
- Manager, Accounts2005–2006
Education
Senior Executive Program
Strategy, Innovation & Digital Transformation
Harvard Business SchoolBachelor of Science
Computer Science
Boston University