RIYADH, Saudi Arabia/March 3, 2021/ --IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced today that Fahad Alanazi has joined IBM as General Manager of IBM Saudi Arabia. 

“I am privileged to join IBM and lead its business in Saudi Arabia,” says Alanazi. “Technology is a core component of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. By leveraging IBM's hybrid cloud and AI solutions, services and our ecosystem partners, IBM is positioned to accelerate our clients’ digital transformation journeys and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision.”

“Alanazi is a highly respected transformational leader and brings strong knowledge and expertise of the Saudi market. I am confident that his perspective and experience will be an asset to IBM and our clients,” said Hossam Seif El-Din, General Manager, IBM Middle East and Pakistan. “His appointment is a testament to our commitment to provide the highest level of expertise and support to our clients and continuous efforts to harness Saudi Arabia’s pool of vast talent.”