Khalid Ali Mohammed Al-Haqbani

Khalid Ali Mohammed Al-Haqbani serves as Managing Director and Vice Chairman of the Board at Al Kuzama Trading Co. (also known as Khaled Ali Mohammed Al-Haqbani), born in 1977. He is described as an experienced entrepreneur working as a financial investor and holds education from King Saud University. Al Haqbani holds significant ownership in the company, with 34.32% equity stake valued at SAR 81.2 million.

Al Kuzama Trading Co., founded in 2013 and based in Riyadh, manages and operates restaurants in Saudi Arabia, operating restaurants under brands including LAVASH, BEIT OMAR, OFFWHITE, ARMIN, and KARAZAH. The company has approximately 651 employees as of March 2026. Al Haqbani has been instrumental in securing financing for the company's growth; he provided a joint personal guarantee for a SAR 37 million Shariah-compliant credit facility from Saudi Investment Bank in August 2026, and another SAR 40 million facility from Emirates NBD Bank in August 2026.

Career History

• Chairman, Al Kuzama Trading Co. (2014–present)
• Chairman, Al Hayat Investments Co. (2013–2025)
• Chairman, Bab Mashwi (2020–2024)
• VP Business Development, Leejam Sports Company/Fitness Time (2007–2015)
• General Manager, Daisa Food and Restaurants (2003–2011)

Al-Haqbani holds a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from King Saud University. What Al-Haqbani could bring to his Vice Chairman role at Al Kuzama Trading Co.: His extensive background spanning hospitality operations, investment management, and business development—evidenced by his tenure as General Manager at Daisa Food and Restaurants and VP Business Development at Leejam Sports Company—positions him to drive strategic expansion and operational excellence. His experience securing major financing commitments and managing multi-million dollar credit facilities demonstrates capability in corporate finance and stakeholder relations essential for a growing restaurant operator in the Saudi market.