Dr. Tarik AlSulimani

Biography:

A highly accomplished and commercially minded leader with over 40 years of experience, bringing a unique blend of academic excellence and executive leadership. He has a strong passion for teaching, leveraging his extensive professional background to provide students with state-of-the-art knowledge, tools, and practical insights in Management Information Systems (MIS) and business management.

He holds a PhD with First Honors in Computer Information Systems, with a minor in Management Science, from The George Washington University. He also earned a Master of Science with First Honors in two specializations—Computer Systems Applications and Management Information Systems—from The American University (USA).

In addition, he holds graduate certifications in Project Management, Marketing, and Quality from The George Washington University and has completed the Executive Strategic Human Resources Program at Stanford University.

He also earned a Graduate Certificate in Computer Systems Applications from The American University and a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology, majoring in Data Communications, from Arizona State University.

Throughout his distinguished career of over 40 years, he has held several C-level executive positions in leading organizations, including Advanced Electronics Company and BAE Systems (UK), among others.

He has also been the CEO of his own consulting firm for over 25 years, providing advisory services to both government and private sector organizations. His work focuses on Digital Transformation and Strategic Human Capital. His expertise further extends to Organizational Development, Performance Management and Governance, Artificial Intelligence, Leadership Development, and Operational Excellence.

He has presented approximately 100 research papers at leading international and national conferences across five continents, reflecting his strong contribution to global academic and professional communities. He has also been invited as a speaker at prestigious institutions and organizations, including Harvard University, Stanford University, New York Institute of Technology, The George Washington University, The Arab Open University (Bahrain), Saudi Aramco, SABIC, the Ministry of Interior, NADEC, Maaden, Savola Group, Mobily, Jarir Company, Saudi Electricity Company, and many others.

In addition, Dr. Tarik serves as a Board Member in various companies and is also a member of several NRCs (Nomination and Remuneration Committees), reflecting his active role in corporate business strategy and governance.

He has finalized writing his first three books: “Transforming the Human Resource Function in the New Era,” “Leading Information Technology without Barriers for Non-Technical Managers,” and “Artificial Intelligence for Kids.”