Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
After a rich 20+ career in both Strategy Consulting and Corporate Leadership roles, Mahmoud El Khoja is now the Head of Strategy for AgriServ, a Semi-Governmental Company at the forefront of agricultural innovation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Mahmoud also co-founded several new companies such as VRAI Medical, a US-based medtech innovation shop; BioBox, an online healthy-only groceries platform; MyHealthyOffice, a pantry management and office wellness outfit both in the UAE; Frost, a quality frozen food retail chain in Egypt, ByLéaSfeir, the fashion house of tableware; ELK Phoenicia Group, a family partnership with diverse interests and EK+H Advisory, a boutique strategy consulting firm. His previous 20 years were spent in 10 countries and various regional leadership roles with multinationals like Schneider Electric, L’Oréal and Bain & Company. His functional experience spans marketing, strategy and digital transformation. Mahmoud holds an MBA from INSEAD and a B.A. in Economics from the American University of Beirut. He currently resides in Dubai and Riyadh with his wife and 3 children. Structured, analytical and dedicated business leader with a proven track record in different industries as well as in management & transformation roles. Critical thinker, fast learner, problem solver & data driven with a strong capacity to adapt to and deliver in uncertain situations. Strong multi-cultural background, with origins and living experiences spanning 10 countries in Europe, the Middle East & South America. Fluent in French, Arabic & English. Building, coaching & developing a great team (40+). A strong ability to simplify complex topics to a wider audience gained through several public speaking opportunities, pitching to & developing the business with high level customers and higher management on-boarding sessions. Keen receiver & giver of constructive feedback and never afraid to shake the status quo.
In my role at AgriServ, I am responsible for executing a comprehensive transformation strategy aimed at enhancing agricultural services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This involves implementing initiatives that improve operational efficiency and support the development goals of the agricultural sector. My leadership in this project stems from my previous advisory role, where I designed the strategy now in execution. The National Company for Agricultural Services (AgriServ) is a government-owned company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, established under Council of Ministers Resolution No. (604), dated 25/11/1439 AH, as one of the outcomes of the transformation program in the provision of agricultural services. AgriServ aims to provide high-quality and sustainable agricultural services to empower farmers, breeders, and commercial enterprises in the agricultural sector, contributing to enhancing operational efficiency, improving quality and productivity, and supporting the goals of agricultural sector development.
Contract Strategy Consultant & Project Director Created, developed, and supported execution of new business development & investment initiatives for a KSA-based Public Sector Regulatory Body Developed the overall strategy for the launch of a key KSA-based biotech foundation Supported extension plans strategy for a hospitality brand in Italy Designed financial re-structuring plan of a UAE-based company specialized in corporate services Launch, strategy & operational advisor for a new GCC-based event management brand
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