Asjad Geili, MBA

Economic Specialist @ U.S. Department of the Treasury

About

Economic Specialist at the U.S. Department of the Treasury for over 12 years, specialized in economic policy, macro fiscal framework, illicit finance, economic sanctions, analytical research, and problem solving. My work focuses on Saudi Arabia’s macroeconomic, financial, and regulatory developments, producing policy-relevant reports and contributing to the Treasury’s strategic decision-making. I lead initiatives that enhance understanding of Saudi policy, support high-level U.S.–Saudi financial relations, and coordinate engagements with both government and private-sector leaders. My mission is to deliver impactful economic analysis, ensuring informed policy decisions.

Country

Saudi Arabia

City

Riyadh

Industry

Government Administration

Skill

Open Finance, Financial diplomacy, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC), Teamwork, Anti-Money Laundering, International Sales, Business Strategy, Collaborative Problem Solving, Economic Development, Financial Analysis, Strategic Consulting, Economic Sanctions, Economic Policy, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, International Business, Management Consulting, Marketing Strategy, Financial Markets

Experience

Economic Specialist

U.S. Department of the Treasury

2013-4 - Present · 13 yrs 6 mos

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Senior economic analyst for the U.S. Treasury office on Saudi Arabia’s macroeconomic, financial, and regulatory developments. Produce policy-relevant research, provide strategic economic reporting. Lead coordinator for high-level Treasury engagements and key interlocutor with Saudi government agencies and private-sector leaders and support U.S.–Saudi financial relations. Key Responsibilities and Achievements: - Produces quarterly and ad hoc analytical reports influencing US Treasury policy decisions on Saudi economic and financial developments. - Leads macroeconomic and financial sector research initiatives, strengthening Washington’s understanding of Saudi policy direction. - Provides ongoing advisory to US Treasury Headquarters on fiscal, monetary, and regulatory developments. - Contributes to the delivery of technical assistance programs and capacity-building workshops addressing evolving financial issues, including AML/CFT and U.S. sanctions programs. - Coordinates high level visits including U.S. Treasury Secretary visits and senior delegations, ensuring seamless logistics, effective diplomatic communication, and high-level stakeholder engagement. - Maintains continuous stakeholder outreach representing US Treasury in meetings and preparing formal recaps and assessments.

Consultant

Business Sweden

2011-5 - 2013-2 · 1 yr 10 mos

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Supported Swedish companies entering the Saudi market through strategic advisory services, market research, and stakeholder engagement.

Trade & Investment Officer

UK Trade & Investment (UKTI)

2008-12 - 2011-4 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Supported UK companies’ market expansion in Saudi Arabia through tailored research, advisory support, and trade mission coordination. Key Responsibilities and Achievements: - Conducted market research and briefed UK companies on sector opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and business practices. - Delivered sector briefings, managed trade missions, and coordinated UK–Saudi business engagements. - Led engagement for priority sectors including fashion, food & drink, and agriculture.