Reema holds a Bachelor degree in Business Sciences (King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah) as well as an Associate degree in Administrative Sciences (King Faisal University, Dammam).

With 18 years of experience in business operations and contract compliances between various organizations including Saudi Aramco Healthcare, Saudi Aramco Procurement Services and KAUST Health, she has completed her training with more than 21 courses in various fields (finance, healthcare management, procurement & supply chain, strategy and quality control/improvement).

As a Business Manager at KAUST Smart-Health Initiative (KSHI), Reema contributes in planning, implementing and managing projects, financial monitoring and budgeting, including internal and external funded research contracts and post-award activities in KSHI. She also supports and advises the management on strategic and operational issues, and manage all logistics related to KSHI projects too.