In recent months, managerial changes in Saba Energy Holding have become a controversial topic. Reports indicate that Ali Panahi, the CEO of this holding, is openly selling managerial positions at exorbitant prices. This post-selling has extended not only to board positions but also to other managerial roles.
Astronomical Prices for Managerial Positions
Some informed sources have reported that the sums exchanged for board seats have reached several billion, and for the CEO position, it has gone up to 20 billion tomans. Panahi is so active in this process that he has been given the title "Sales Seat" within the holding.
However, a notable point in these reports is the disregard for the regulatory and legal implications of these actions. It seems that the prevailing atmosphere around appointments is such that informal immunity has facilitated the continuation of this trend.
Panahi's Special Connections
This situation is the result of Panahi's connections with certain circles and specific factions, as well as exerting pressure on the managers of the organization. Panahi previously served as the Deputy for Investment and Economic Affairs at the National Retirement Fund and also worked at the Research Center of the Parliament, which has provided him with a foundation for political connections and networking.
