Rashad Iskandrni 


Riyadh, 21, September 2026: In a move aimed at advancing corporate communications and developing human capital in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, AlKhaleej Training and Education has signed a strategic memorandum of cooperation with Influence Group, a leading strategic communications and public relations group in the Middle East. The agreement aims to launch a range of specialized training and advisory programs in media, corporate communications, public relations, and leadership development.

The partnership reflects both parties’ commitment to combining practical communications expertise with the latest training methodologies to meet the growing needs of organizations and leaders across the public and private sectors, while keeping pace with the rapid developments shaping today’s business environment.

The first phase of the collaboration will focus on C-level executives, department heads, and professionals working in media and public relations through specialized programs designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Sherif El Halaby, Deputy CEO of Influence Group, emphasized that the agreement presents a modern model for developing professional leaders, built on connecting knowledge with practical experience and placing a strong emphasis on strategic thinking, situational analysis, and decision-making.

He added: “Through our partnership with Alkhaleej Training and Education, we seek to expand the scope of our programs and develop content that keeps pace with the leadership aspirations of the Kingdom.”

In this context, Khaled Al-Drayan, Vice President of the Business Sector at AlKhaleej Training and Education, noted that the collaboration represents an important milestone towards enhancing the efficiency of corporate communications.

He said: “This partnership is built on the complementary capabilities of both parties. AlKhaleej Training and Education has a strong track record in developing capabilities and talent, supported by an extensive network of international partnerships and numerous global franchise rights in the fields of training and education, further strengthening its position as one of the Kingdom’s leading companies.”

Al-Drayan added: “By combining these strong capabilities with the practical expertise of Influence Group, we aim to deliver programs that meet the needs of organizations and combine global best practices with the real requirements of the local market.”

Wael Badr, Regional Managing Director at Influence Group, added that the ability to deliver programs that address the real challenges facing organizations stems from a wealth of experience. Influence Group has successfully designed and delivered more than 1,000 training programs, benefiting more than 2,000 professionals and leaders across government institutions, private-sector organizations, and civil society entities throughout the region.

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