The Crown Prince, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Chairman of the Royal Commission for AlUla

His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has chaired the Board of Directors of RCU since its establishment in July 2017.

His Royal Highness leads the efforts to restructure Saudi Arabia’s economy through Vision 2030, which aims to reduce dependence on oil and develop sectors related to public services. The RCU’s strategy aligns with this ambitious Vision, seeking to improve tourism and enhance its status as a global destination, while conserving its cultural and natural heritage, and empowering the community through sustainable economic and social development.

Governor of Madinah Region Member of Board of Directors of RCU

 His Royal Highness was appointed as a Member of the Board in December 2024. He has been the Governor of Madinah Region since 2023 and serves as chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Madinah Region Development Authority. He also leads a number of high-level Boards and Committees concerned with development and strategic initiatives in the region. His Royal Highness has held several positions in the military and diplomatic corps, including Minister Plenipotentiary at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Saudi National Security Council with the grade of Excellent, and Vice Minister of Defense with the grade of Minister.

Minister of Culture, Member of the Board of Directors of RCU, and the Governor

His Highness was appointed as a Member of the Board and the Governor of RCU in July 2017.

His Highness holds a degree in Law from King Saud University.  In June 2018, His Highness was appointed as the first Minister of Culture in Saudi Arabia, and he leads many cultural initiatives and projects aligned with Vision 2030. He chairs and holds memberships in a number of government Boards, Committees, and projects aimed at realizing the Vision, In addition to national and international cultural organizations’ Boards and Committees.

Minister of State Member of Board of Directors of RCU

His Excellency was appointed as a Member of the Board in July 2017. He currently serves as Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, and Member of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs (CEDA).

His Excellency holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy of Economics, Planning, and Development from Stanford University. He served as Minister of Education and as an Advisor at the Royal Court, and he is a member of many high-level and ministerial Boards and Committees at the Royal Court, CEDA, and other entities. He has also participated in several scientific conferences and symposiums and has published a number of research papers. In addition, His Excellency has contributed to the development of many sectoral and national plans, programs, strategies, as well as national companies. He is also a member of several scientific bodies and associations.

Minister of State Member of Board of Directors of RCU

His Excellency was appointed as a Member of the Board in July 2017. He serves as Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, and the Acting CEO of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals. His Excellency worked as an Advisor at the Royal Court with the rank of Minister and served as the Mayor of Riyadh Region. He is a member of several Boards of directors across government agencies such as the regional and cities development authorities and royal reserves development authorities, in addition to a number of major companies and institutions.

Advisor at the Royal Court Member of Board of Directors of RCU

Academic and Researcher in Sociology Member of Board of Directors of RCU

Dr. Saad was appointed as a Member of the Board in July 2017. He is an academic and a professor of Sociology at King Saud University, as well as a researcher specializing in oral history and Arabic Nabataean poetry.

He holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology, Folklore, and Oriental Studies from the University of California. He previously served as an assistant professor at King Saud University and supervised the Traditional Heritage Museum at the College of Arts, in addition to holding several other positions throughout his professional career

Media Figure and Historian Member of Board of Directors of RCU

Dr. Eid was appointed as a Member of the Board in July 2017. He is a pioneering Saudi media figure, historian, and researcher specializing in documenting the civilization and history of the Arabian Peninsula.

He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of Exeter. His professional experience includes producing and presenting over 10 documentary and historical programs, in addition to working at King Abdulaziz Center for Cultural Communication and King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies as a part-time researcher. Dr. Alyahya contributes to bridging academia and media, tracing the paths of ancient poets and documenting Arab heritage through television programs and publications.

Member of the Board of Directors of RCU

Eng. Mosa was appointed as a Member of the Board in January 2019. He is a businessman with experience in dealing with local, international, and industrial investments by participation in family businesses.

He holds a Diploma in Bakery Science and Technology from the Pittsburgh Institute, Master’s degree in Business Administration from St. Edward’s University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from King Saud University. His also serves on the Board of Directors of AlUla Development Company, in addition to his membership in other several Boards and Committees of other companies.

Architect and Urban Designer Member of Board of Directors of RCU

Dr. Khaled was appointed as a Member of the Board in June 2019.  He currently serves as the Executive Vice President of the King’s Foundation, London.

He holds both a Master’s and a Ph.D. from the Royal College of Art in London and was awarded the title of Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO) by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2009.

In cooperation with his team at the College of Art, he established educational centers and programs in different parts of the globe, aiming to engage the youth with their cultural heritage through artistic and craft disciplines

Member of the Board of Directors of RCU

Eng. John was appointed as a Member of the Board in January 2019. He is the CEO of Red Sea Global, and Managing Director at King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD).

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto. Eng. John has leveraged nearly 40 years of international experience to ensure that The Red Sea destination became the first of Saudi Arabia's original giga-projects under Vision 2030 to welcome guests. He spent over 23 years at Canary Wharf Group in London, where he oversaw various leadership positions and established the residential business. He established his own international advisory company “Old Fort Capital Investments Ltd”, providing senior strategic counsel internationally on large scale real estate developments.