- Strengthens the company’s commitment to driving a digital-first, customer-centric approach across all operations
- Will provide world-class digital and technology infrastructure to accelerate growth of company’s omni-channel ecosystem, underpinned by launch of Cenomi.com marketplace in 2023
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Cenomi, Saudi Arabia’s largest vertically integrated retail and lifestyle ecosystem, has appointed three new Chief Technology and Information Officers (CTIOs) to implement a world-class digital technology infrastructure. Cenomi Group, Cenomi Centers and Cenomi Retail have appointed three new CTIOs, further underscoring the companies’ commitment to adopting best-in-class technology to deliver next-generation omni-channel retail and lifestyle experiences.
Binoo Joseph joins Cenomi Group as CTIO, Lijo Kankapadan as CTIO of Cenomi Centers and Sunil Nair as CTIO of Cenomi Retail. These appointments further strengthen the company’s continued drive to usher in a new era of retail, shopping and entertainment for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, backed by a strong, innovative digital and technology infrastructure.
The company has ambitious plans to develop and implement a world-class omni-channel presence in Saudi Arabia. The creation of these new positions is further evidence of the pace at which the company aims to roll out a customer-centric strategy that redefines the retail and lifestyle landscape for consumers across the country. At its heart lies the soon-to-launch Cenomi e-commerce marketplace. The 100-person team behind Cenomi.com is expected to double in size this year, helping to provide Saudi consumers with a new online shopping experience, access to some of the world’s most popular brands, and domestic fulfillment and delivery.
Mohamad Mourad, CEO and Managing Director of Cenomi Group, said: “The core pillars of our organizational success are the strength and scale of our digital infrastructure and our willingness to transform through a digital-first business strategy.”
Mourad’s own career has been focused on technology, and he has spent a significant portion of his career at technology companies, including in Silicon Valley. “It has always been clear to me that investment in world-class digital infrastructure and technology is an integral focus area for Cenomi,” he added. “It will underpin our journey into 2023 and beyond. Not only through the launch of Cenomi.com, but also through a seamless digital consumer journey to deliver a new level of customer service and experience. I look forward to working closely with Binoo, Lijo and Sunil, This is an integral part of driving our business strategy.”
Binoo joins Cenomi Group with over 20 years of multinational experience as a distinguished technology, product and engineering leader. He has led teams and projects in India, UK, US, Europe, China, Singapore and the Middle East. Worked with some of the largest and most renowned retail, hospitality and technology companies in the world including Tesco, Wipro and Damac Properties, most recently as CTIO for Emaar Group.
Lijo, who joins Cenomi Centers, has been transforming organizations through digital innovation for over 25 years. He has deep expertise in developing new features, enhancing customer experience and developing high performance teams to deliver holistic digital journeys, most recently as Technology Leader for Emaar Group’s business verticals (shopping malls, hospitality and entertainment).
Sunil brings nearly 30 years of experience to his role at Cenomi Retail. A global digital and technology transformation strategist, Sunil has held various strategic and operational leadership roles in multinational organizations. He has expertise in retail, consumer, healthcare, manufacturing and omnichannel/e-commerce. Prior to joining Cenomi Retail, he was Group Chief Information Officer for GMG, a leading global retailer and distributor of health supplements.
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About Sanomi
Cenomi is the largest vertically integrated lifestyle and retail organization in Saudi Arabia. It brings together international elites in fashion, beauty, technology, catering and entertainment to create an immersive lifestyle experience for the Kingdom.
Bringing together Saudi Arabia’s largest portfolio of malls and retail centers, retail franchises, a dedicated rewards program and a growing e-commerce platform, Cenomi ushers in a new era of online and offline lifestyle destinations.
About Cenomi Center
Cenomi Centers is a leading owner, operator and developer of modern lifestyle centers in Saudi Arabia. Established in 2002, Arabian Centers provides clients with a full suite of quality lifestyle centers of international standards, located in the most attractive areas of the country to cater for all shopping needs and market requirements.
Cenomi Centers currently owns, operates and manages 21 commercial centers and complexes with over 4,300 stores strategically located in 10 cities across the kingdom. With a total gross floor area of nearly 1.3 million square meters, the company’s malls provide Saudi shoppers with a preferred location for exposure to a variety of international, regional and local retail brands.
About Cenomi Retail
Cenomi Retail, established in 1990 by Fawaz, Salman and Abdulmajeed Alhokair as Fawaz A. Alhokair & Co. The company has since become the leading franchise retailer in Saudi Arabia and the only listed company of its kind in the Middle East. Since opening its first store in 1991, Cenomi Retail has grown rapidly and now has approximately 1,684 stores in 100 shopping centers in 11 countries, with a total retail platform area of more than 470,000 square meters. All of this is managed by more than 10,500 employees. Cenomi Retail currently represents around 85 brands covering womenswear, menswear, childrenswear, department stores, shoes and accessories, cosmetics, and operates a range of restaurants and coffee shops.
