Profile
Rudy Vercelli serves as the Executive Vice President of Matarat Holding, where he oversees both the Commercial and Privatization divisions, including the comprehensive privatization of airport and airport-related assets within the Saudi Arabian airport system. With over 30 years of experience in senior airport leadership roles, he has established a distinguished international career, recognized for his expertise in navigating some of the world’s most complex airport operating environments. Mr. Vercelli has successfully led major airport development programs and managed the transition of airports from public to private sector ownership, playing a pivotal role in several of the largest privatization initiatives globally. He has worked closely with leading private equity firms and global investors on airport acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and the enhancement of management practices, consistently delivering exceptional financial results. As a strategic global business leader with a strong commercial and operational foundation, Mr. Vercelli is known for consistently exceeding ambitious business goals while enhancing customer service. His extensive credentials include leadership positions such as Managing and Operating Partner for several blue-chip Private Equity firms, CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports Company, Chief Executive of Mumbai International Airport, Head of Global Aviation for Bechtel, Senior Vice President of Ogden Aviation, and AA2000Sessions