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Mansour Al-Maiman


  • Jobs

    Banking Executive , Businessman

  • Date of birth

    Jan 1, 1950

  • Nationality

    Saudi Arabian

  • Place of birth

    Saudi Arabia , Riyadh

  • Constellation

    Capricorn

Biography

Mansour bin Saleh Al-Maiman is a distinguished Saudi banking and business executive with a prestigious career marked by influential positions in both the financial sector and Saudi government. Known widely as a respected financial leader, Al-Maiman’s strategic vision and extensive managerial expertise have significantly contributed to the Saudi economy, transforming financial institutions through innovative and effective leadership practices.

Serving as Chairman of the National Commercial Bank (NCB) — one of Saudi Arabia’s oldest and most established banks — from 2012 to 2018, Al-Maiman brought dramatic growth, enhanced profitability, and increased shareholder value. His earlier career involved various pivotal roles, including membership in influential governmental committees such as the Economic Balance Committee, the oversight of the Haramain High-Speed Rail project, and the General Committee of Surveying.

Mansour Al-Maiman maintains an extremely private life without personal presence on social media platforms.

 

Early Life

Born on January 1, 1950, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Mansour Al-Maiman started his educational journey motivated by a deep interest in finance and business leadership, leading him to pursue a Master of Business Administration from the University of Dallas in the United States in 1980. Upon returning home, he undertook several high-level managerial and governmental assignments, which allowed him to apply his academic knowledge practically and achieve prominence quickly.

The Personal Life

Al-Maiman is especially private concerning personal matters, leaving minimal public information regarding his family or personal life. He consistently stays away from public interactions through digital or social media.

Quick Facts

– Selected by Gulf Business as the fifth most influential personality among the top 100 business leaders globally.

– Awarded the prestigious “Arab Banking Personality of the Year” (2014-2015) by the Union of Arab Banks, representing a top honor in Arab financial leadership.

– Served as Assistant Undersecretary of Budget Affairs in Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Finance for five years.

– Held the position of Assistant Secretary-General for Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) from 1973 to 1993, and Secretary-General of the Fund from 1998 to 2012.

– Oversaw substantial profit growth and expansion at National Commercial Bank.

Achievements

Mansour Al-Maiman’s leadership has remarkably impacted the Saudi economy, viewed positively both domestically and across the broader Arab region. His achievements include:

Member of Key Saudi Governmental Committees:

  • Committee of Economic Balance

  • Supervisory Committee of the Haramain High-Speed Rail

  • General Committee of Surveying

Senior Financial Roles:

  • Assistant Undersecretary for Budget, Ministry of Finance

  • Assistant Secretary-General of the Public Investment Fund (1973–1993)

  • Secretary-General of the Public Investment Fund (1998–2012)

Leadership Roles in Major Institutions:

  • The National Commercial Bank (NCB)

  • Saudi Arabian Mining Company (Ma’aden)

  • Saudi Railways Company (SAR)

  • Saudi Stock Market (Tadawul)

  • Gulf International Bank

  • Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities

  • Saudi Economic Cities Authority

Key Financial Achievements at NCB:

  • Under his leadership, NCB’s net profit in Q1 2014 rose by 8.7%, reaching SAR 2,535 million

  • Investments increased substantially, driving total assets from SAR 358 billion to SAR 420 billion, marking a growth of over 17%

Strategic Initiatives:

  • Initiated a capital increase at NCB from SAR 15 billion to SAR 20 billion, granting one bonus share for every three shares owned by shareholders—enhancing the bank’s strength and investment appeal

During his tenure, Al-Maiman played a pivotal role in boosting profitability, optimizing costs, and steering the bank toward sustainable growth and continued strategic success.

Other

Mansour Al-Maiman retains high respect within the financial sector across the Middle East. His involvement in promoting new business initiatives, developing employment opportunities for youth, and enhancing productive economic sectors has added value and stability to Saudi Arabia’s broader economy. His contributions are recognized by governments and international financial institutions alike.

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