Walid Shukri is a highly accomplished professional who graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Management with Honors from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals in 1989.

He holds CPA Licenses from the U.S. and Saudi Arabia and has received prestigious awards such as the Governor's Award of Academic Excellence.

Throughout his career, Walid has held prominent positions at renowned firms like Deloitte and AlJuraid/PWC, where he excelled in serving clients in various industries including Oil and Gas, Mining, Petrochemical, Construction, Engineering, and Manufacturing.

His expertise extends to developing businesses, exemplified by his ventures in establishing a hotel in Madinah and founding 'Afaq Cold Storage' in Jeddah.

Noteworthy is his extensive board membership and leadership roles in companies across diverse sectors like Mining, Construction, Engineering, Hospitality, Utilities, Oil and Gas, Agriculture, Manufacturing, Consumer Electronics, Recycling, and Real Estate.

Walid has been actively involved in various accounting and audit committees, contributing to the Institute of Internal Auditors and Institute of Management Accountants while also sharing his knowledge as an instructor and speaker at academic institutions like King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals.

His international experience includes working on a poverty alleviation project with the United Nations in Moldova, demonstrating his commitment to global causes.

Experienced in corporate governance, Walid has served on boards and committees of esteemed organizations, showcasing his strategic acumen in overseeing businesses at different stages of growth, from family enterprises to publicly listed and global firms.

Having been associated with reputable companies like PwC, Ernst & Young, and various distinguished boards, Walid Shukri's extensive professional background reflects his expertise in finance, management, and business development.