I had the pleasure of working closely with Nabil Al Kilany for a year at Alshaya Enterprises, where he served as COO, reporting directly to me. Nabil consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, effectively managing operations mainly across KSA while ensuring our strategic goals were met. His ability to handle complex challenges with a calm, solution-oriented approach was invaluable to the team’s success.
Nabil is a strong communicator and a natural leader who knows how to motivate his team while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability. He has a good understanding of operational processes and continuously sought innovative ways to optimize efficiency, which positively impacted our performance and results.
Nabil’s work ethic and commitment to excellence are unparalleled. His ability to navigate both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy made him a crucial asset to the organization. I highly recommend Nabil for any senior leadership role—his expertise and dedication are qualities that would benefit any team.
Revenue growth at MHG, 2019 to 2025
Team built, from 124 staff
TASI main market listing, September 2025
Executive leadership across MENA and Europe

I build and scale industrial B2B organizations across borders.
As Chief Business Development Officer at MHG Trading, listed on TASI in September 2025, I led the company transformation from regional player to publicly traded enterprise: revenue up 4X, the team grown from 124 to more than 750 people, and operations established in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Spain, and China. My 25-year career spans strategic leadership, operational turnarounds, and M&A integration in building materials, construction chemicals, and industrial products, with senior roles at Alshaya Enterprises, Saveto Group, DCP Holding, Fosroc International, and founding Nukote Coating Systems Middle East.
Professional Milestones
A consistent pattern of measurable outcomes across companies and cycles.
2025: TASI Public Listing
Led MHG through IPO readiness, the roadshow, and listing on the Saudi main market.
2019 to 2025: 4X Revenue
Scaled MHG as Group Deputy CEO while expanding operations to three continents.
2015: Saveto Rebrand
Reimagined the Saveto Group identity and market positioning across KSA.
2012: DCP Saudi Turnaround
Returned the unit to profitability and expanded coverage to the western region.
2008: Founded Nukote ME
Established Nukote Coating Systems Middle East from the ground up.
2006: Fosroc ME Growth
Delivered 35% year over year growth for Middle East operations.
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Working with Eng. Nabil as Deputy Group CEO at MHG has been an invaluable experience. His strategic mindset and exceptional leadership have made a significant impact on the Group. He consistently inspires the team to excel and navigate challenges with confidence. I’ve learned a great deal from his guidance, particularly in driving results and fostering innovation. He leads with integrity, cultivating a culture of collaboration and growth. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to work with such a high-caliber leader.

Khaled Alghamdi
Business Development | Expert in Leadership, Strategist, Partnership, Product development, Market research, Driving Grow
From my longstanding work with Nabil Kilany, I've been convinced that he is a real fighter on the marketing field and he is able to work from scratch and successfully accomplish many large-scale projects.
The strongest personal trait, that I have noticed in Nabil, is his ability to create long-term plans, concerning complicated systems. Nabil is a person that always has thought-out decision for the problems that had occurred along the way and at least one backup variant, if that decision doesn't work.
On a personal level, working with Nabil is a real pleasure because of his wonderful sense of humor and vigorous personality. Communicating with him gifts you with so much positive energy.

Stanislav Slavov
Manager at Creative Studio Imagemakers
Nabil has a great sense of commitment and values good professionalism. i recommend doing business with him because he is a man of his word.

Saeed Omar
CEO Bayt Al-Khayt
I had the privilege of working with Nabil Al Kailani when he was the COO of MHG. He has been, and continues to be, a pillar of the company’s success. His leadership and strategic vision were instrumental in transforming MHG from a conventional local business into a structured, forward-thinking corporate organization. Without his influence, the company would not have reached its current level of growth and professionalism. Nabil is a visionary leader who drives innovation, fosters teamwork, and delivers exceptional results. I highly recommend him.

Nafa Al Naji
Managing Partner | Rêve Real Estate
Nabil and I attended Harvard Executive Education together in the spring of 2023. He was a great study buddy and contributed really well to the overall experience of being at the program

Sofia Lisa Dinesen
Senior Vice President and Board Member
I had the privilege of collaborating with Nabil during the Harvard Executive Leadership Program. His humility and unwavering willingness to assist others truly embody the qualities of a remarkable leader. Nabil’s ability to lead with empathy and support has left a lasting impression on all who have had the privilege to work with him. I highly recommend Nabil for any leadership role he chooses to pursue.

Sultan Albarakati
Executive Director KAUST Academy
I had the pleasure of getting to know Nabil Kilany during our time together in the Harvard Business School Executive Education program. From the very start, Nabil stood out as a thoughtful, intellectually curious, and highly engaged participant. His ability to grasp complex concepts quickly and contribute meaningful insights to discussions made him a valuable presence in the classroom and beyond.
What impressed me most about Nabil was his strategic mindset and global perspective. He brought a unique depth of experience to case studies and group conversations, often connecting ideas across industries and cultures with clarity and precision. At the same time, his humility, warmth, and collaborative spirit made him someone everyone enjoyed working with.
I have no doubt that Nabil would be a tremendous asset to any organization or initiative. He combines leadership, intelligence, and integrity in a way that’s rare and inspiring.

Mishal Alhawwas
Treasury & Investments | Derivatives Trading | Fintech | Harvard Business School | Oxford University
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My current focus is growing MHG global operations. I am always glad to connect with leaders working on organizational transformation, IPO readiness, board governance, or multi-market expansion.
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Nabil is the type of leader who creates a positive and energetic environment for his team to learn, grow, and excel in delivering. He possesses an excellent business and engineering sense where he can apply across multiple business disciplines. His passion for expanding his knowledge and exposure is truly remarkable.