STC has appointed Fay Al-Alshaikh as the product portfolio strategy general manager in its enterprise business unit.
The telecom giant said the appointment of Al-Alshaikh reflects its commitment to empowering women in executive positions and recruiting Saudi talents in the field of communications and informational technology.
The new appointment follows several other appointments in 2019 that saw women take up executive positions in the company. These include Mudhi Al-Jamea, who was named the general manager of ICT School at STC Academy, and Maha Al-Nuhait, who was appointed as the manager of sustainability program.
Prior to joining STC, Al-Alshaikh was the head of enterprise at Apple in Saudi Arabia and has also worked in Cisco and Hewlett-Packard.
During her career, she has held multiple leadership and advisory positions and is considered as one of the top Saudi experts in the enterprise business.
STC appoints Fay Al-Alshaikh as product portfolio GM
STC appoints Fay Al-Alshaikh as product portfolio GM
LuLu expands specialty coffee footprint in KSA with Sulalat
LuLu Group has signed a landmark MoU with Sulalat Coffee during the 5th edition of World of Coffee Dubai trade show. This exclusive retail partnership is designed to enhance the specialty coffee offerings across LuLu Hypermarkets in Saudi Arabia, meeting the growing demand for premium coffee experiences within the region.
The agreement was signed by Mohamed Haris, director, Saudi Arabia, LuLu Group, and Abdulelah Al-Murqi, marketing director, Sulalat Coffee. Through this collaboration, LuLu Group will provide a dedicated platform for Sulalat’s specialty-grade beans, which are globally sourced and roasted in Riyadh. This initiative ensures that world-class coffee quality, previously reserved for niche aficionados, is now readily accessible to coffee lovers throughout the Kingdom.
By partnering with Sulalat Coffee, LuLu Group is integrating artisanal expertise with large-scale retail excellence. Sulalat has been a pioneer in the specialty coffee movement in the region, and this partnership allows LuLu to showcase unique varieties and professional-grade roasting. The collaboration reflects a shared vision to celebrate the thriving local coffee culture and deliver an unparalleled selection of premium products to everyday consumers.
In alignment with Saudi Vision 2030, this partnership reinforces LuLu Group’s commitment to empowering homegrown brands and fostering economic diversification within the Kingdom. By providing a global stage for local excellence at events like World of Coffee Dubai, LuLu continues to support the growth of a vibrant private sector and a sustainable retail ecosystem.
As the premier platform for the industry, World of Coffee Dubai 2026 highlights the rapid growth and innovation within the regional coffee scene. With the event attracting more than 17,000 visitors and hundreds of global exhibitors, it provides a vital stage for industry leaders to connect.
