Omar Batterjee

Omar is the Director of Corporate Communications & Public Relations at Saudi Esports. He also is a member of the MEPRA Youth Board and the winner of the 2020 MEPRA Dave Robinson Award for Outstanding Young Communicator of the Year (Agency). As of 2023, Omar was promoted to lead as Director of Corporate Communications & Public Relations, where he is responsible for the development and execution of the federation's overall communication strategy. A role that sees him working among the senior leaders, and with cross-functional teams, and external stakeholders to enhance the SEF brand reputation, drive engagement, and support business objectives. During his time at the federation, Omar led multiple initiatives including the announcement of the National Gaming & Esports Strategy, the development and execution of the Next World International Business Forum, and multiple international esports competitions such as Gamers Without Borders and Gamers8 (Gamers Season). Omar first joined SEF, to build the federation’s Communication, Marketing, and Partnerships departments by developing policies, procedures, and structures that will act as the foundation for future operations. Previously a consultant at Hill+Knowlton Strategies Riyadh, he was the advisor to the Saudi Arabian Ministry of Sports and managed communication for a wide range of global projects such as the “Ruiz vs Joshua 2” World heavyweight title fight, the 2019 and 2018 Formula E Diriyah E-Prix, as well as client appearances at high-profile conferences such as Davos, The Future Investment Initiative, and MISK Global Form. Additionally, he led H+K’s work with the Saudi Esports Federation, where he managed the communication for the 2020 Gamers Without Borders online esports and gaming event. Prior to joining H+K, Omar was part of MEMAC Ogilvy's Public Relations team. During his time there, he worked on multiple accounts including global brands such as Johnson Controls (YORK), national companies namely SEDCO Holding Group, and a number of its subsidiaries. Omar's experience also covers the non-profit sector with his work with AloulaNPO. Omar received his undergraduate degree from George Mason University in Virginia, United States, majoring in Communication with a concentration in theories and applications. During his time at George Mason University, he was awarded the distinguished delegate award at the 20216 Model Arab League at Georgetown University. Additionally, he was a member of the George Mason University debate team.