New appointment: NetApp appoints Saeed Al-Zahrani as General Manager for Saudi Arabia
NetApp , a global leader in intelligent data infrastructure and hybrid cloud solutions , has appointed Saeed Al-Zahrani as General Manager for Saudi Arabia .
, a global leader in intelligent data infrastructure and hybrid , has appointed as General Manager for . Al-Zahrani, with two decades of tech leadership experience, will oversee NetApp's Saudi strategy, deepen partnerships, and accelerate digital transformation aligned with Vision 2030 .
aligned with . The appointment follows the opening of NetApp's Riyadh headquarters and demonstrates its commitment to empowering the Kingdom's public and private sectors with advanced data, cloud, and AI solutions .
NetApp, a global leader in intelligent data infrastructure, specializes in helping organizations manage, secure, and optimize any type of data for any application, whether on-premises, hybrid cloud, or public cloud environments.
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Recently, NetApp appointed Saeed Al-Zahrani as General Manager for Saudi Arabia to drive growth and deepen partnerships in line with the Kingdom's Vision 2030, underscoring its focus on expanding digital transformation across key sectors.
About NetApp
NetApp, Inc. is a US-based multinational technology company specializing in intelligent data infrastructure, including enterprise data storage, management software, hybrid cloud integration, and advanced cloud operations.
Founded in 1992 and headquartered in San Jose, California, NetApp is recognized as a pioneer and market leader in unified data storage, scalable cloud solutions, and enterprise-class information management.
NetApp provides:
On-premises, hybrid, and public cloud storage platforms.
Advanced data management , protection, and security solutions for complex digital workloads.
Integrated services for cloud-native applications, AI, and analytics.
Collaborations with leading cloud providers (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
NetApp's global clientele spans key sectors, from government and energy to healthcare and telecoms. The company's mission is to help organizations manage data as a strategic asset, optimize IT costs, and ensure robust security and scalability.
Who is the new General Manager for Saudi Arabia?
Saeed Al-Zahrani has been appointed as NetApp's General Manager for Saudi Arabia, effective immediately.
Al-Zahrani brings nearly 20 years of leadership experience in the regional technology sector. His background includes:
Senior roles at Nutanix, Solutions by stc, Oracle, LinkedIn, and Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
A career-long focus on customer-centric innovation, digital transformation, and operational excellence—spanning both public and private sector clients.
Academic credentials in marketing from King Fahd University and digital transformation from Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College of Business & Entrepreneurship.
In his new role, Al-Zahrani will:
Lead NetApp's local business strategy and operations from the new Riyadh headquarters.
Foster stronger partnerships with government, industry, and academia.
Drive adoption of NetApp's cloud, data, and AI solutions that support Saudi Vision 2030's goals of economic diversification, digital innovation, and workforce development.
According to company leaders, Al-Zahrani's strategic vision, strong customer relationships, and proven execution make him the ideal figure to scale NetApp's business and impact in the Kingdom.
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What does this mean for Saudi Arabia and NetApp?
NetApp's move to appoint Al-Zahrani and expand its leadership team in Saudi Arabia underscores its long-term commitment to the country's rapidly evolving digital economy. Key priorities include:
Supporting National Transformation: Through intelligent data infrastructure and AI-ready platforms, NetApp aims to power key Saudi initiatives in energy, healthcare, smart cities, and government.
Growing Local Talent: The company invests in local talent development and partners with universities for data science and technology programs.
Partnership and Innovation: With new headquarters in Riyadh (opened February 2025), NetApp is better positioned to deliver tailored solutions for secure, real-time, and scalable business transformation, in line with Vision 2030 objectives.
NetApp's strengthened presence will help Saudi organizations harness advanced digital technologies and data insights to maintain regional leadership as an innovation and AI-driven economy.
This appointment reflects NetApp's continued leadership in delivering cutting-edge cloud, storage, and AI-ready solutions, backed by a record fiscal year 2025 marked by significant revenue growth and technology advancements. Al-Zahrani's expertise positions NetApp to accelerate its impact within Saudi Arabia's expanding tech ecosystem.
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