Workday, Inc. (NASDAQ: WDAY), the enterprise AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, has announced that Zakaria Haltout has been appointed group vice president, operating from the United Arab Emirates. His appointment aligns with Workday’s regional expansion as it introduces its AI-driven capabilities to one of the world’s fastest-developing markets.
With more than two decades of experience across technology, IT, and energy sectors in the Middle East, Haltout brings extensive leadership expertise. In his new position, he will be responsible for establishing and growing Workday’s direct footprint in the region, strengthening local teams, enhancing the partner network, and supporting customers adopting AI to transform their operations.
This move reflects Workday’s commitment to long-term investment in the Middle East, where organisations are increasingly turning to AI and modern cloud solutions to boost growth, cultivate skilled workforces, and advance national digital transformation visions.
“The Middle East is one of the most dynamic and forward looking markets in the world, and Workday has a fantastic opportunity to drive AI-powered transformation in this growth region. With his deep understanding of local markets, Zakaria is best placed to help organisations in the Middle East embrace future-ready business practices and benefit from the power of Workday,” said Angelique De Vries-Schipperijn, president, EMEA, Workday. “We are delighted to welcome him to the team.”
“The pace of AI adoption across the Middle East is extraordinary, and organisations are eager for solutions that are trusted, scalable, and truly drive outcomes,” said Zakaria Haltout, group vice president, Middle East, Workday. “Workday brings something unique to the region: an intelligent platform that unifies HR and Finance and gives organisations the clarity, confidence, and insights they need to adapt quickly, make better decisions, and deliver outcomes that matter.”