Ahmed AlAwami

Ahmed AlAwami is a visionary leader and Division Manager of Artificial Intelligence at
Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), where he has dedicated over 16 years to driving
innovation at the intersection of AI and critical national infrastructure. With a proven
track record in both advanced project management and cutting-edge machine
learning implementation, he specializes in transforming traditional power systems
into intelligent, secure, and predictive networks.
As a key architect of SEC’s grid modernization, Ahmed has spearheaded the
deployment of large-scale AI solutions—including load forecasting, fault prediction,
and drone-based transmission inspections—delivering substantial operational
efficiencies and significant cost savings, such as a notable 17 million SAR in a single

project. His leadership extends beyond technology to building and guiding cross-
functional teams of 50+, successfully digitizing operations across HR, legal, and field services.

A recognized thought leader, Ahmed has published multiple technical papers at
prestigious international conferences like CIGRE, sharing his expertise on applying
machine learning to enhance power system reliability and protection. He is now
focused on scaling AI/ML adoption for next-generation power infrastructure, driving
OT/IT integration, and leveraging generative AI to unlock new value.
Ahmed is passionate about building high-impact, ROI-driven teams and is sought
after for his strategic insights on digital transformation, smart grids, and the future of
AI in the utilities sector.