Basel Fayez Ethaar Al-Harbi

Basel Fayez Ethaar Al-Harbi was appointed permanent Chief Executive Officer of NAF Company for Feed for Industry on February 24, 2026, transitioning from his position as acting CEO. NAF Company for Feed for Industry is a Saudi Arabia-based company that produces feed for livestock, poultry, and birds, with products including poultry feed formulated according to growth stage and production type; cattle feed developed based on livestock production requirements; and bird feed designed for various bird species.

Al-Harbi holds a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, bringing a technology-focused educational background to the animal feed sector. His appointment reflected the board's confidence in his internal development and understanding of NAF's operations.

Career History

• Acting Chief Executive Officer, NAF Company for Feed for Industry (September 1, 2025 – February 24, 2026)
• Procurement Manager, NAF Company for Feed for Industry (July 2024 – August 31, 2025)
• Operations and Personnel Department Supervisor, NAF Company for Feed for Industry (March 2023 – February 2024)

What Basel Fayez Ethaar Al-Harbi could bring to his CEO role: Al-Harbi's progression through NAF's operations and procurement functions positions him to drive operational efficiency and supply chain optimization in the company's feed production. His cybersecurity background may enable him to modernize NAF's digital infrastructure and implement technology-driven solutions in an industry traditionally focused on agricultural production, potentially differentiating the company through digital innovation.