Our Team
Meet the visionaries driving CamelX forward.
Our leadership board brings together experts in biotechnology, medicine, science policy, and strategic development, united by a shared mission to reshape healthcare through camel-based innovation. Their diverse expertise and commitment to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 fuel our pursuit of sustainable, impactful biotech solutions.
Shaima Hamidaddin
Co-founder & CEO
INSEAD graduate and founding member of the Misk Foundation. Known for her leadership in youth empowerment, innovation-driven initiatives, and organizational growth, with a strong track record in building international partnerships and advancing global collaboration.
Dr. Mohamed Ali Diriye
Co-founder & Chief Medical Officer
Physician, narrative medicine expert, and co-founder of Banan. He brings experience in clinical care, humanitarian work, and health policy across the Middle East and Africa.
Dr. Eltayeb Eid
Co-founder & Chief Science Officer
Pharmaceutical scientist with over 30 years in drug discovery and medicinal chemistry. He has published extensively and led research programs across academia and industry.
Dr. Khalid Alhussaini
Founding Member & Chief Operating Officer
Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering and a leader in shaping Saudi Arabia's research and innovation ecosystem. He brings deep expertise in biomedical research, entrepreneurship, and technology transfer to advance solutions aligned with Vision 2030.
Tameem Alhusainan
Founding Member & Chief Legal Officer
Founder and CEO of a leading Saudi law firm. He specializes in corporate structuring, commercial law, and cross-border legal strategy.
Yasser Al Ahmed
Chief Finance Officer
Holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance with Honors from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, and a Master's degree in Law from London. His professional experience includes managing the Al Jomaih Group endowments, as well as working in the banking sector and with startups.
