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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. Oboud Abubakr Baeshen, Founder and Chairman of Oboud Baeshen & Co. Mr. Baeshen, aged 92, peacefully departed this world on Sunday, 6 July 2025, leaving behind a profound legacy of leadership, integrity, and generosity.

Mr. Baeshen was not merely a distinguished professional; he was a visionary who dedicated his life to the development of the accounting profession in Saudi Arabia and beyond. As Founder and Chairman of his firm, established in 1992, he combined deep expertise with a strong commitment to quality and ethics, earning the trust of clients and peers throughout the region.

He was an esteemed member of the IECnet family since 1993 and had become an Honorary Member, reflecting his longstanding contribution to our network. Since 2008, he was also a member of the Appeal Committee. His presence at IECnet events was always marked by wisdom, kindness, and sincere interest in others. Colleagues will fondly remember his warm smile, his readiness to share insights from decades of experience, and his unwavering belief in the value of international collaboration.

Mr. Baeshen served as a role model for many. He established the office in 1992, followed by extensive professional certifications and a career that spanned public and private sectors, including significant roles in the Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) of which he was a founding member. His work advanced not only his firm but also the standards of the profession in his country.

In his memory, we reflect not only on his outstanding professional achievements but also on the grace and dignity with which he conducted his life. His absence will be deeply felt within the IECnet community and the wider professional world, but his legacy of excellence and humanity will continue to inspire future generations.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, colleagues, and friends during this difficult time. May they find comfort in knowing that Mr. Baeshen’s work and spirit will live on, leaving an indelible mark on the profession and the lives he touched so deeply.

Rest in peace, dear Oboud. You will be sorely missed, but your impact on this world will be remembered forever.