Visionary Leadership
Driving long-term strategy, innovation, and global expansion with clarity and purpose.
Operational Excellence
Ensuring disciplined execution, safety, and performance across all drilling operations.
Global Expertise
A multi-disciplinary leadership team with international experience across procurement, engineering, and rig management.
Integrity & Accountability
Committed to transparency, ethical decision-making, and delivering measurable value to partners.
Our Team
At SABA Drilling, our leadership team brings together diverse global experience in drilling operations, engineering, procurement, quality assurance, and strategic management. Each member of our team contributes deep industry knowledge and a shared commitment to operational excellence, safety, and continuous innovation.
Together, we lead with integrity, drive measurable results for our partners, and build the foundations of a future-focused energy solutions company.
Jacob Amani
Chairman and CEO
Hassam Abdulqavi
Middle East CEO
Christina Douglas
Director of Finance & Corporate Accounting
Vesal Heidari
Director of AI Systems, Technologies & Innovation
Felicia Castellano
Director of HR & Talent Management
Anita Torres
Director of Global Vendor Relations & Strategic Partnerships
Ted Brown
Director of Drilling Operations
Sanaz Ramazania
Director of Procurement & Supply Chain
Andy Watson
Director of Rig Management & Integrated Services
Youlanda Flores
Director of Business Development & Contracts
Gary Singh
Director of Engineering & Technical Services
Xiao Mei Zhōu
Director of Marketing Corporate Communications