Leadership & Institutional Framework
An integrated governance framework that ensures transparency, accountability, and outstanding performance.
Group Leadership
Mr. Abdulaziz bin Saad Al-Kuraidis leads Wafra Holding with a vision focused on building integrated business ecosystems and enhancing operational sustainability, within an institutional approach that supports long-term growth and strengthens integration across the group’s various sectors. Under his leadership, the group adopts a model that balances clear strategic direction with operational efficiency, enhancing execution quality and sustainable performance across subsidiaries, and supporting the development of entities capable of growth and expansion within a disciplined institutional framework.
"At Wafra Business, we do not manage fleeting investments; rather, we build enduring business ecosystems."
Abdulaziz Bin Saad Al-Kuraidis
Founder & Group ChairmanThe Group’s Leadership Approach
Wafra Holding believes that effective leadership is the cornerstone of any organization’s success. Our executive leadership combines extensive experience, strategic vision, and commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics. We adopt a leadership approach focused on empowerment and continuous development, believing that organizational success depends on building our teams’ capabilities and enabling them to make the right decisions. Our leadership is committed to creating a work environment that encourages innovation, celebrates diversity, and fosters a culture of continuous learning and ongoing improvement.
Corporate Governance Framework
We are committed to the highest standards of corporate governance to ensure
transparency and accountability across all our operations.
Board of Directors
A diverse board comprising extensive expertise across various fields, overseeing the overall strategy and ensuring the achievement of long-term goals.
Executive Management
An experienced executive team responsible for managing daily operations and executing approved strategies efficiently and effectively.
Specialized Committees
Specialized committees supporting the Board of Directors in vital areas such as audit, risk management, remuneration, and nominations.
Governance Principles
The core principles that govern our operations.
Transparency & Disclosure
We are committed to providing accurate and comprehensive information to all stakeholders in a timely manner, while maintaining the highest standards of transparency in all our dealings and decisions.
Corporate Integration
We operate within an integrated corporate framework that enhances role clarity, process integration, and execution efficiency, supporting performance stability and sustainable growth across the group's various sectors.
Fairness & Equality
We ensure fair treatment for all stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, and partners, while respecting their legitimate rights and interests.
Compliance & Ethics
We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, and adopt the highest standards of professional ethics in all aspects of our business, establishing a clear code of conduct for all our employees.
Risk Management
We adopt a proactive approach to risk management, where we systematically and continuously identify, assess, and address potential risks. We have a comprehensive risk management framework that covers all aspects of our operations.
We believe that effective risk management is not only about avoiding risks, but about understanding and managing them in a way that enables us to seize opportunities while protecting the interests of all stakeholders.