Ikram UlHaque

Ikram UlHaque was appointed Chief Financial Officer of Almarai Company effective July 1, 2026, replacing departing CFO Danko Maras. UlHaque is a prominent financial leader who has spent nearly twenty years with the company, holding several pivotal leadership positions across commercial, operational, and corporate sectors.

Most recently, he served as the Head of Finance for Almarai group, a role that provided him with a comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the company's operations, business model, and long-term strategy. His tenure at Almarai showcases significant career progression, including pivotal roles as Head of Finance, Joint Ventures & Investor Relations, where he managed crucial stakeholder engagement and fostered strategic partnerships, as well as Group Manager for Operational Finance & Investor Relations.

UlHaque holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Sydney, Australia, and a bachelor's degree in economics with a specialization in Accounting from Macquarie University, Australia. He is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand. He brings more than 25 years of experience in Operational and Managerial Finance, with prior experience at companies including Arthur Andersen, General Electric, Vodafone, and Telecom in Australia.

Career history

• Chief Financial Officer, Almarai Company (July 2026–present)
• Head of Finance, Almarai Group
• Head of Finance, Joint Ventures & Investor Relations, Almarai
• Group Manager, Operational Finance & Investor Relations, Almarai
• Finance roles at Arthur Andersen, General Electric, Vodafone, and Telecom (Australia)

What Ikram UlHaque could bring to Chief Financial Officer at Almarai Company: With nearly two decades of internal experience coupled with deep expertise in finance operations, investor relations, and strategic planning across multiple multinational organizations, UlHaque is uniquely positioned to drive financial optimization and shareholder value at Almarai, a diversified food and beverage manufacturer generating billions in annual revenue. His familiarity with the company's business model, combined with his chartered accountant credentials and multi-sector background, positions him well to navigate complex financial strategy, capital allocation, and regulatory compliance in the Middle Eastern market.