Abdullah Albawardy is a results-driven executive with a distinguished track record in digital transformation, business development, and strategic partnerships. As Senior Manager of Digital Transformation at the Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC), he leads initiatives that harness emerging technologies and AI-driven solutions to optimize operations, advance sustainability, and drive innovation in the circular economy and waste management sector.
With over a decade of experience spanning financial services, payments, and technology-driven business development, Abdullah has held key leadership roles at Mobily Financial Services, Saudi Payments, and Banque Saudi Fransi. His expertise includes AI-driven transformation, product innovation, customer experience optimization, and cross-functional leadership—critical components in reshaping industries for a smarter, more sustainable future.
A strong advocate for leveraging AI and digitalization to solve complex challenges, Abdullah holds a Global MBA from The University of Manchester and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Al-Yamamah University. He has further specialized in Strategic Digital Transformation, Blockchain, and the Future of Payment Technologies through certifications from globally recognized institutions.

Abdullah Albawardy
Sr. Manager, Digital Solutions & Services, Saudi Investment Recycling Company
Session:
Day 2 | 21 April 2025 | Panel discussion: AI-Driven Transformation in Plastics Manufacturing for A Smarter, Sustainable Future
