Ms. Muneera Aldossary
Position : CEO at Franklin Templeton
With over 20 years of experience in the financial and investment sectors, I have held leadership positions at both local and international investment firms. Throughout my career, I have managed approximately SAR 30 billion in assets across various investment products, including equities, real estate, private equity, and sukuk. I have been honored to serve in several prominent leadership roles, including Chief Investment Officer at HSBC Saudi Arabia, Head of Asset Management at Al Arab Financial, and CEO of Mulkia Investment. Prior to these, I led the equities division at Saudi Fransi Capital. Currently, I serve as a Board Member at Saudi Industrial Services Company (SISCO), a publicly listed firm in the Saudi stock market.
Dr. Eisa Alharbi
Position : Dean of the Fuclty of Computer Studies
The Dean of a faculty is responsible for leading and managing the operations of a university faculty, encompassing both academic and administrative functions. This role involves establishing educational standards, supervising faculty and staff, ensuring efficient operational procedures, representing the faculty in external matters, and promoting advancement in teaching, research, and student achievement.
Dr. Faris Al Shammari
Position : Faculty member at the International University of Kuwait
Dr. Fares Al Shammari is an accomplished English language educator whose journey began at AOU. He went on to obtain a Master’s from Anglia Ruskin University (UK), a Ph.D. from Almansoura University, and a CELTA license from Cambridge University. Currently a faculty member at the International University of Kuwait, Dr. Al Shammari has over a decade of teaching experience, specializing in both general English and English for Specific Purposes (ESP). His work bridges academic learning with professional communication across disciplines like engineering, science, and medicine. Dr. Al Shammari’s passion for language education began at AOU, where he co-founded the English Literary Club (ELC). Later, he founded the Professional Academy, which runs immersive English Summer School programs in the UK for youth, promoting language learning through cultural experiences. Deeply committed to education and community development, Dr. Al Shammari continues to inspire students, crediting AOU for laying the foundation for his academic and professional success.
youssef Tarek
Position : Regional Community manager @ CyberX
Job Title: Regional Community Manager - CyberX 2025 Organization: CyberX - a Saudi cybersecurity company Professional Profile: He serves as the Regional Community Manager at CyberX, a leading Saudi cybersecurity company. He is responsible for overseeing all community initiatives and engagements led by the company, from schools and universities to the private sector and government partnerships across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Achievements: Recorded in the 2025 World Book of Records as the person with the largest number of collaborations with companies in the field of vulnerability discovery by a single person.
Abduallah Zidan
Position : Gold Microsoft Ambassador
Abdallah Zidan is a Network Engineer at Automation Technologies in Cairo, Egypt. He joined the company in March 2024. Currently pursuing a BSc in Cyber Security from Arab Open University (AOU), Abdallah combines his academic pursuits with practical experience in network infrastructure. He is actively engaged in the tech community, serving as a Loader at MLSA Egypt Community and a Gold Microsoft Learn Student Ambassador at Microsoft. His previous leadership role as President of the Microsoft student club - AOU and as a mentor of Microsoft communities at New Mansoura University - Tanta University highlights his initiative and engagement within his academic environment. Abdallah has invested in professional development, acquiring training and certifications in critical areas such as Penetration Testing, Networking and security.
Abdul Rahim Al Muzaini
Position : Executive Director for Alghanim & Almoayyed Computer Solutions Co.
IT Sales Management | Revenue Growth Strategies | Client Relationship Management | Sales Operations Optimization | Cloud Solutions Deployment | Account Management | Business Alliances Development - IOT | Market Expansion Strategies | Technical Presales & presentation skills | Strategic Planning and Execution | Team Leadership and Motivation | Security Solutions Design | Strategic Operations Improvement | Network Solutions Design & Cloud Solutions with AI
Mishel Botros Youssef
Position : Manager – Group Internal Audit Department at ACICO Group.
After I graduated from AOU with a degree in Accounting, I started my career in Internal Audit and consulting field (Fraud Investigations, Business Advisory, Risk Advisory and Executive Trainings). Worked with international conglomerates like Alghanim Industries and ACICO Industries, and consulting firms like Protiviti. Executed Internal Audit and Advisory engagements in Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Vietnam, South Africa and France. Presently working as a part of leadership group of ACICO Industries, as Manager of Group Internal Audit Department, managing Internal Audit activities of the group across Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and South Africa operations.
