KPMG Middle East has appointed Tareq Dreiza as Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, effective immediately, as the professional services firm strengthens its focus on AI adoption, governance and responsible technology implementation across the region.
Dreiza has also joined KPMG Middle East's Executive Committee, placing artificial intelligence among the firm's senior leadership priorities as businesses increasingly integrate AI into their operations and strategic decision-making.
Before assuming his new position, Dreiza served as Head of AI and Technology Enablement within KPMG's Advisory practice, where he focused on helping organizations align emerging technologies with business requirements and operational objectives.
He brings extensive international experience in technology consulting, IT strategy, risk management and large-scale technology implementation. His professional background also includes serving as Management Systems Director at BP in Houston, alongside senior responsibilities in technology advisory and digital transformation.
In his new role, Dreiza will help guide KPMG's regional AI strategy, supporting the adoption of artificial intelligence while emphasizing governance, accountability and trust. His appointment comes as organizations across the Middle East increase investment in AI-powered solutions to improve efficiency, enhance services and strengthen competitiveness.
Commenting on his appointment, Dreiza highlighted the region's rapid progress in artificial intelligence and stressed that technological advancement must be accompanied by effective governance and responsible implementation.
The leadership change reflects KPMG Middle East's continued focus on embedding AI into business transformation and strengthening its capabilities as demand for advanced technology advisory services grows across the region.
