Fares K Alaboud, PhD — CEO
I’m passionate about using AI to solve real-world problems and drive meaningful innovation. With a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from King’s College London, I’ve had the opportunity to work across industries like tourism, smart transportation, and real estate, helping organisations integrate AI into their operations and strategies. Currently, I serve as the Innovation Director at Beyond and am a member of the Saudi National Committee for Artificial Intelligence. My work focuses on bridging the gap between emerging technologies and practical applications, ensuring AI isn’t just a buzzword but a tool that delivers real value. With a background in product management, technology strategy, and digital transformation, I enjoy tackling complex challenges, managing innovation projects, and working with teams to bring AI-driven solutions to life. I’m always keen to collaborate, learn, and explore new ways AI can make an impact. I also enjoy training and teaching.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a technology leader specializing in AI-driven solutions across various industries.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Experience: 12 yrs 9 mos
Skills
- Innovation Management
- Product Management
- Data Strategy
- Ai
- Software Development
Career Highlights
- PhD in Artificial Intelligence from King's College London.
- Director of Innovation with extensive AI application experience.
- Co-founder of multiple technology-driven startups.
Work Experience
LogiX
Partner (1 yr 4 mos)
Beyond Company | شركة بُعد الإدارة
Director of Innovation (1 yr 9 mos)
Solana KSA
Director of Technology (11 mos)
The Space
Project Manager (Unannounced Project) (7 mos)
Gathern | جاذرإن
Head of Product (8 mos)
RA3D | شركة رعد
Co-Founder (5 yrs 4 mos)
Tryal.AI
Co-Founder (1 yr 3 mos)
Government Entity in Saudi Arabia
Quality Manager (Software & Data) (2 yrs 1 mo)
Data Quality Consultant (2 mos)
Otto Car
Product Lead (11 mos)
Otto Scooter
CTO (Co-Founder) (1 yr 3 mos)
CopoFi Ltd
Software Developer (6 mos)
Artificial Intelligence APPG, UK Parliament
Member (1 yr 8 mos)
Medic Tech Ltd.
Founder & Product Manager (1 yr 8 mos)
Credit Suisse
Software Developer (2 mos)
Barclays UK
Application Support Analyst (3 mos)
Unitu - The Student Voice Platform
iOS App Developer & Events Manager (3 mos)
Alfaris Int'l Travel & Tourism
System Administrator (1 yr 2 mos)
Web Developer (3 mos)
IT Support Engineer (1 yr 8 mos)
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD at King's College London
Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) at King's College London
A-Levels at Chelsea Independent College
High School Diploma at American International School of Jeddah