Omar Alsheikh: Leading the Way in Governance, Risk, and Compliance
Omar Alsheikh is not just your average chief governance, risk, and compliance officer at the Sports Boulevard Foundation. No, he is the driving force behind the organization’s strategy and operations in this crucial sector.
With his leadership, Alsheikh has single-handedly established the GRC function at the Sports Boulevard Foundation. He has worked tirelessly to develop and enhance legal operations, while also creating new departments for governance, compliance, risk management, cybersecurity, and data management.
But Alsheikh’s accomplishments don’t stop there. He has gone above and beyond by crafting three-year GRC and cybersecurity strategies and implementing them flawlessly within the foundation.
Prior to his role at the Sports Boulevard Foundation, Alsheikh held prestigious GRC positions in various organizations. From serving as the senior director of compliance at real estate giant ROSHN to acting as the general manager of governance, risk, and compliance at Saudi Information Technology Co, Alsheikh has proven time and time again that he is a force to be reckoned with in the GRC world.
With over 15 years of hands-on experience in GRC and legal operations, Alsheikh’s expertise has been instrumental in helping organizations establish robust compliance programs and effectively manage risks.
Throughout his career, Alsheikh has been unwavering in his dedication to ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering a culture of integrity and transparency in every organization he touches.
Alsheikh holds a bachelor’s degree in law from King Saud University and is a certified GRC professional. His passion for GRC and commitment to excellence make him a true standout in the field.