Without disclosing the violations committed by the former CEO, Al-Suwailem, the company dismissed him and hinted at potential legal proceedings, which Al-Suwailem in his lawsuit claimed were wrongful and lacked valid grounds.
"The workplace, especially in the GCC is undergoing significant transformation. The region's unique workforce mix makes HR very unique as well, and I believe it has a long journey ahead," underlines Dr Muhammad in this exclusive conversation with People Matters.
HR's role has evolved from administrative functions to strategic leadership, integrating human capital into business strategies and influencing organisational success through collaboration, data-driven insights, and technological adoption.
When a CEO steps down, it’s not just a change in leadership—it’s a transition that ripples through the entire organisation, influencing its culture, goals, and future direction.
As boards and CEOs in the Middle East increasingly focus on employee engagement amid these transformations, they can trust their CHROs to guide them through this critical shift.
Global companies are retaining top HR leaders to navigate talent shortages and market uncertainties. Find out the trend in the Middle East with Nicolas Manset, Head of Middle East at Russell Reynolds Associates.