Dr. Ghalib Alhosni

Dr. Ghalib Al Housni is one of the Middle East's leading experts in Human Resources, Organizational Development, and Institutional Transformation, with more than 25 years of executive experience in the telecommunications industry. Throughout his career, he has played a pivotal role in developing and executing corporate strategies that drive organizational performance and achieve long-term business objectives.

A recognized leader in organizational transformation and change management, Dr. Al Housni has successfully led major restructuring and transformation initiatives, fostering high-performance cultures and enabling organizations to navigate change effectively. He has also championed employee experience by advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, reviewing and strengthening corporate policies to create fair, inclusive, and engaging workplaces.

His expertise spans a broad range of disciplines, including business development, HR transformation, cultural transformation, digital transformation, organizational restructuring, business redesign, and enterprise risk management.

Dr. Al Housni holds a Doctorate in Management from Webster University, USA.

He currently serves as Chief Human Resources Officer at Omantel, where he leads the company's people strategy and organizational transformation agenda. In addition to his executive role, he holds several prominent leadership positions across academia and the HR profession, including:

Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Muscat College
Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Al Zahra College for Women
Member of the Board of Trustees, Higher Colleges of Technology
Chairman of the Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM)
Chairman and Board Member of the International Federation of Training and Development Organisations (IFTDO)
Board Member of the Arab Society for Human Resource Management (ASHRM)

Dr. Al Housni is widely recognized for pioneering the adoption of emerging technologies and global best practices in human resources, including people analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation, to drive organizational excellence and workforce innovation.

Beyond his executive leadership, he is a highly sought-after speaker, trainer, and mentor, delivering keynote addresses and executive development programs on human resources, leadership, and organizational transformation. His contributions have earned him numerous awards and recognitions, and he continues to inspire professionals and future leaders through his work at regional and international conferences, as well as his commitment to mentoring the next generation of HR and business leaders.