Alba appoints Fahad Mohamed Abdulla Danish as CHRO

Aluminium Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) has announced the appointment of Fahad Mohamed Abdulla Danish as its new Chief Human Resources Officer, effective October 27, 2024.

In his new role, Fahad will lead Alba’s HR strategy, overseeing all aspects of talent management, including workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, compensation, and benefits.

Fahad brings over 15 years of experience across leading sectors in the Middle East. He most recently served Bahrain Telecommunications Company (Batelco) in key roles, including Director of Talent for Engineering and Services, and Director of Talent Management and Compensation. He previously worked with KPMG Bahrain & Qatar as Manager, Ernst & Young – Europe, Middle East, India and Africa as Senior Consultant, and Gulf International Bank as Credit Administration Coordinator.

Academically, Fahad holds an MBA from the University of Strathclyde and a BSc in Business Administration from the New York Institute of Technology. He has also completed several executive education courses at the University of Strathclyde and Harvard Business School.

Welcoming Fahad to his leadership role, Khalid Al Rumaihi, Alba’s Chairman of the Board of Directors, said, “We are delighted to welcome Fahad as Alba’s Chief Human Resources Officer. His extensive experience in talent management will be invaluable as we continue to build a high-performance culture that drives our growth and innovation.”

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Ali Al Baqali, Alba's Chief Executive Officer, also commented, “Fahad’s deep understanding of human resources and his passion for developing talent align perfectly with our strategic goals. Under his leadership, we are confident in our ability to attract, retain, and nurture top-tier talent, ensuring that Alba remains a leader in the aluminium industry."

Fahad expressed, “I’m excited to join Alba and contribute to its continued success. By driving the strategic HR component of Alba’s corporate strategy, I aim to foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace while promoting innovation in talent management.”