K-Corp Weekly

Your Weekly Updates Dose for May 08

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SPOTLIGHT ON…

Every week, we shine the spotlight on one of the wonderful people who make up K-Corp to get to know each other better. This week’s spotlight is on Michael Appelcryn, OPS Executive Co-Ordinator & FPS Executive Manager

Michael Appelcryn

1. Married? Kids? Siblings? How many?
I am engaged to be married soon!

2. How do you spend your time after work?
In peace and quiet, gaming.

3. What’s your favorite pastime/hobby?
Gaming and singing.

4. One quirky/interesting thing to know about you?
I am on IMDB, and you might find old videos hidden on the Internet of me participating in international singing competitions!

5. Your favorite aspect/thing about the job/company?
My Favorite thing about the company is the potential to grow, especially working closely with Mr. Fady Kreidieh and Mr. Ramy Kreidieh. The knowledge they have is astounding.

6. Your least favorite aspect about the job/company?
The thing that I hate the most about the company is that we are always reactive in what we do, and never proactive.

7. Your one piece of advice for work/workplace?
You are never too old to learn something new, especially if it helps you excel at work and move up in the chain of command.

Contact Mike by email at [email protected] & [email protected] or call him on +966 53 798 5173.

KSA Bulletin

  • The Saudi-US Investment Forum will take place on May 13 at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center in Riyadh to bring together Saudi and American investors to promote innovation, investment, and strategic collaboration. Read more.

  • The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority launched the national initiative One Million Saudis in AI (SAMAI), which aims to train 1 million Saudis in AI. Register here.

  • KSA rose to 41st place out of 197 countries and 9th among G20 countries in the 2024 Open Data Inventory report by Open Data Watch, which is based on two main elements: Data Coverage and Data Openness. Read more.

OPS Production
Mobile Structures Production

OPS Production signed the prestigious MASAR client in Makkah to create Temporary Bus Stations and Drop-Off Facilities. They submitted two new projects: Al Khotah Development for SELA and The Line Visitors Center in Neom. They are also currently working on an all-new brand identity.

Shortcut
Events & Entertainment

Shortcut did outstanding work for Jeddah’s Formula 1, which included top-quality wayfinding signs, stands, assorted signage, and various installations. Great job, Shortcut!

Good Habits At Work

What you do every day matters more than what you do once in a while. Habits are the invisible structure of our workdays - they shape how we function, how others perceive us, and how the company environment feels overall. Good habits don’t need to be big or dramatic to make a difference; it’s the small, consistent things that build trust, reliability, and a positive atmosphere. Here are 3 habits worth adopting to create a better work experience for everyone:

1. Punctuality: Whether it’s arriving to work on time, meeting deadlines, or showing up promptly to meetings, being on time shows respect, not just for the work, but for the people around you. It signals that you’re dependable, that others can count on you, and that you value their time as much as your own. One late person can throw off the rhythm of a whole team.

2. Follow-Through: Saying you’ll do something and then actually doing it builds credibility. It’s easy to make promises in the moment, but the follow-through is what counts. Whether it’s sending a file, replying to an email, or completing a task, consistency is everything. Over time, this habit becomes a foundation of trust across the team.

3. Positivity: This doesn’t mean forced cheerfulness or ignoring problems - it means showing up with a mindset that leans towards solutions, not complaints. A simple ‘thank you’ or ‘how can I help’ goes a long way. Attitudes are contagious - and just like negativity can spread, so can optimism and kindness.

Work isn’t just about skills and output - it’s about how we show up, every day. The habits we bring into the office shape the culture far more than policies ever could.

We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.

Aristotle (Phrased by philosopher Will Durant)