One-to-One Conversations
Meet your Big Sibling in person each month. Explore career paths, seek advice, and learn from their experiences.
YU Bridge
Where ambition meets experience
A mentorship journey
How to Cross the Bridge
Job Shadowing
Step into the workplace and get a firsthand look at your Big Sibling's professional life, beyond the job description.
Networking
Expand your professional circle through introductions, meaningful conversations, and connections beyond campus.
Meet Your Big Siblings
Abdulrahman Alkhudair
CEO
Al Yamamah Education
I currently serve as the Chief Executive Officer of Al Yamamah Education, the parent organization of Al Yamamah University. My background is…
Alaa Alkazem
Sr.business support
Waed ventures
A dynamic professional with a background in Management Information Technology and an ongoing MBA at KFUPM. Currently working in Venture Capital at…
Basma Alzamil
Family Business Governance Advisor
Zawaya Advisory
A family business advisor and governance expert dedicated to helping multigenerational enterprises thrive. She currently serves as a Family Business Advisor at…
Bayan Alhudaib
Product Design Lead
Fathom.io
I'm a Product Design Lead with 8 years of experience across graphic design, UI/UX, and design leadership in the technology industry. My…
Bushra AlZamil
Director, Strategy & Board Excellence
TAQA
I am Director of Strategy & Board Excellence at TAQA, with experience spanning corporate strategy, joint venture management and governance. I also…
Dalia Alhusseini
Senior HR Specialist
Fathom.io
I am an HR professional passionate about people, talent development, and helping others grow. With hands-on experience across various HR functions, I…
Dana AlAfaliq
Chief Executive Officer
Takamul AlOula Facility Management
Dana has served as Chief Executive Officer since September 2026 and works on-site. As of November 2026, she had spent eight years…
Deema Alayedh
Senior network security engineer
Aramco
Deema Alayedh is a cybersecurity professional at Aramco, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with a concentration in Cyber Operations from…
Dhary AlOtaishan
CEO
AlOtaishan Holding Company
An executive and strategic leader whose expertise was built through hands-on experience, beginning as a project engineer and advancing through progressively senior…
Farah Saud
Sustainability & Corporate Communications Director
Rawabi Holding
My professional journey began in 2011 at Rawabi, where I grew from a CSR Officer to Director of Corporate Communications & Sustainability,…
Gaida Altassan
Head of Product
Fathom.io
9 years of experience in Software development, product management, and entrepreneurship. Currently leading a team of product owners, designers, and scrum masters…
Hadi Al-Qahtani
Business Development Consultant
Waed by Aramco
Corporate Consultant at Aramco Downstream President Office & currently attending one year assignment with Waed as Business Development Consultant. I am certified…
Hanan Alnashmi
Co Founder of AVANEN flowers
E-Commerce
Hanan Alnashmi is the visionary founder of Avanen, an online shop that brings joy and beauty to everyday life through flowers, plants,…
Khaled Alshunaiber
HR Advisor
Econsult
A Subject Matter Professional with over 21 years of experience in the HR Strategy field, holds MBA degree in Strategic Human Resources…
Mashal AlQuraisha
Portfolio Manager
Waed Ventures
Mashal Al Yami is a Portfolio Manager at Wa’ed Ventures, the venture capital arm of Saudi Aramco. He specializes in venture capital…
Mohammed Albur
CEO
MANB Group
I am leading group of companies in Real Estate sectors, with 25 years of experience. I have an international and local certificates…
Noura Alarfaj
Marketing Acting Director
Al-Dawaa Medical Services Co
I am a marketing and communications leader at Al-Dawaa Medical Services, with over 10 years of experience spanning business analysis, project management,…
Reem Al Mousa
Co Founder of Sigmix + Financial & Business Coach
Sigmix
Reem Al Mousa is an accomplished Financial Coach, Business Consultant, Entrepreneur, and SME Trainer with over 22 years of professional experience. She…
Reem Alsaif
Business Support
Dammam Airports
I am a Corporate Communications and Protocol professional with extensive experience in executive office operations, strategic communications, event management, stakeholder engagement, and…
Reema AlHudaib
Marketing Manger
Madc Real Estate
Marketing Manager with 5 years of experience in real estate marketing, specializing in digital marketing, strategic planning, and campaign management. Experienced in…
Salah Alboijan
CTO
Netzero
I'm currently the CTO at netzero, where I started as a founding engineer and gradually moved into leading teams, building products, and…
Sara Aldossary
Senior HR Specialist
KFUPM
Sara Aldossary is an HR professional with over six years of experience in Human Resources, Talent Management, and Organizational Development. She currently…
Shaikah Aldossary
IT System Analyst
Saudi Aramco
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity and currently work as an IT Systems Analyst at Saudi Aramco, with experience in technology,…
Simon Semaan
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
RAWABI HOLDING
I am a Corporate Communications Manager at Rawabi Holding, one of Saudi Arabia’s leading diversified business groups, with over 20 years of…
Usamah Alridwan
Country Manager & Regional Sales Director
ZEDEDA
I lead ZEDEDA’s business in Saudi Arabia as Regional Sales Director and Country Manager, helping organizations deploy, secure, and manage applications and…
Yahia Alshangiti
CEO
ARGAS
A professional Mining Engineer with over 32 years of experience in the Mining Industry (from being a Mining Engineer Trainee in 1992…
Yasir Aboud
Facility Manager
Rawabi Holding
I am a Facility Manager at Rawabi Holding, with a background in petroleum engineering and experience spanning engineering, operational management, and leadership.…
Two perspectives.
One connection.
Little Sibling
A head start you won't find in a classroom.
For YU Khobar studentsRegistration open
- Gain firsthand guidance from an industry leader.
- Turn your ambitions into informed career choices.
- Build professional connections beyond campus.
Big Sibling
Be the person you wish you'd met earlier.
For professionals & industry leadersRegistration closed
- Turn your experience into someone else's opportunity.
- Shape and inspire the next generation of leaders.
- Open doors through your guidance and professional network.
November 2026–January 2027
Program
timeline.
- 1–5 Nov 2026Past
Big Sibling Registration
Industry professionals join the program, sharing their backgrounds and areas of expertise.
- 5 – 10 Nov 2026Current stage
Little Sibling Applications
Apply once with your student details, two short answers, and a video introduction of up to two minutes.
- 11–13 Nov 2026Upcoming
Matching
Big Siblings review shortlisted students’ profiles and introductions, then nominate students whose ambitions align with their expertise. Beyond confirms the pairings.
- 15 Nov 2026Upcoming
Cross the Bridge!
Three months of honest conversations, firsthand workplace experiences, and professional connections that turn guidance into real-world insight.
- December 2026Upcoming
Halfway Across
A mid-program check-in to reflect on progress, share feedback, and make the most of the journey ahead.
- 31 Jan 2027Upcoming
Reflect & Look Ahead
Celebrate the journey, share lessons learned, and explore how the connection can continue beyond the program.