Hashem O. Alhekail

Mr. Hashem Alhekail worked as Deputy Governor for Banking Operations at SAMA for developing the financial sector and national initiatives. Also, he co-founded Derayah Financial co. and has worked as a CO-CEO responsible for operations and technology. He has over 30 years of experience in the field of technology, analysis, system design, and engineering work procedures in the financial sector.He began his career in 1983 as an auditor at SAMA before he held several positions there, then he moved to NCB, where he supervised Systems development projects in addition to supporting and maintaining existing systems. On the Academic aspect, he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Social Services from King Saud University in 1981, and a professional Diploma in Financial Supervision from the Institute of Public Administration in 1983. He has also participated in technical and executive management training programs at various institutions, including Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.