Board of Directors & Management

Engineer Saad Ebrahim Al Muhannadi was instrumental in the establishment of Qatar Foundation (QF) more than two decades ago and has been an integral part of the organization’s fabric since its inception in 1995. Currently serving as Chairperson of the Board of Directors, he previously held the positions of Vice Chairperson and Deputy Chairperson of the Board of Directors, reflecting his progressive leadership journey and valued contribution to realizing QF’s vision and advancing its mission. He is also a Lifetime Board Member of QF, having served as President of the organization from 2013 to 2016, and remains a member of its current Board of Trustees.

He was a member of QF’s Founding Board, having joined the organization in 1995 as Project Manager within its Capital Projects Directorate, and subsequently assuming the roles of Assistant Director and Director before, in 2005, being appointed Vice President of Capital Projects and Facilities Management.

Engineer Saad played a pivotal role in the development of the educational, science and research, and community development infrastructure required for QF to support Qatar’s vision of building a sustainable, diversified economy. He was responsible for the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of QF’s buildings and supporting infrastructure and ensuring a healthy and safe environment, across its 15 million sqm Education City campus. In addition to buildings housing QF’s core operations, Engineer Saad and his team were central to the development of numerous QF projects, including the Al Shaqab equine and equestrian center, Qatar Science & Technology Park, and Qatar Leadership Academy.

He is a founding member of the Board of Directors of Msheireb Properties, having led the planning for its establishment and for its Msheireb Downtown Doha. He is also a founding member of the Board of Directors of Qatar Solar Technologies.

Engineer Saad holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Miami in the US

Mr. Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi serves as Chairman of Katara Hospitality as of July 2025 and Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), a position he has held since November 2024. He brings to these roles over two decades of expertise in global investment management and financial strategy, having played a pivotal role in shaping Qatar’s international investment agenda.

Prior to his current leadership roles, Mr. Al-Sowaidi served as QIA’s Chief Investment Officer for the Americas, where he oversaw the strategic expansion of the portfolio across key sectors and established QIA’s US Advisory office, leading it for five years. Since joining QIA in 2010, he has held several senior leadership positions, including leading the Private Equity Funds, Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT), and Industrials teams.

Before joining QIA, Mr. Al-Sowaidi was Director of Corporate Banking at Masraf Al-Rayan, where he developed extensive expertise in financial services and corporate strategy. He began his career at ExxonMobil in Qatar, where he gained valuable experience in the energy sector.

Mr. Al-Sowaidi’s leadership extends beyond his executive roles, as he contributes to Qatar’s economic diversification strategy and the development of the nation’s hospitality sector through his position at Katara Hospitality, which manages a global portfolio of properties across four continents.

Mr. Al-Sowaidi holds an Executive MBA from the TRIUM Program, a prestigious joint program delivered by NYU Stern, HEC Paris, and London School of Economics. He also earned a Double Major Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Finance from the University of Missouri, USA, and is a CFA Charter holder.

Mr. Rashid Fahad Al-Naimi serves as Chief Executive Officer of Qatar Foundation Endowment (QFE), where he leads the investment strategy and long-term financial planning for Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development. Through his role, he contributes to Qatar Foundation’s mission of unlocking human potential and supporting Qatar’s transformation from a carbon-based economy to a knowledge-based one.

In his capacity as CEO of QFE, Mr. Al-Naimi oversees Qatar Foundation’s comprehensive investment portfolios and long-term investment policies, including the organization’s joint ventures and strategic initiatives. His leadership extends across multiple organizations, serving as Chairman of Siemens Energy, Mater Olbia hospital, and Managing Director of Vodafone Qatar. He also represents Qatar Foundation as a board member across various companies, including Msheireb Properties and Vodafone Qatar.

Prior to his current role, Mr. Al-Naimi served as Vice President of Administration at Qatar Foundation, where he successfully managed the Shared Services Organization encompassing Finance, Human Resources, Business Process Improvement, Information Technology, Procurement, and Support Services Directorates. His exceptional leadership in this role established him as a transformational leader within the organization.

Mr. Al-Naimi’s contributions to Qatar’s business landscape have been widely recognized through prestigious awards, including the “Innovative Leader of the Year Award” at the 2nd Annual Financial Thought Leaders Forum, the “Most Society Impacting Network Award” from CISCO for implementing innovative IP-based solutions, and the “Achievement in Leadership Award” from the Arab Economic Forum in 2015.

With over twenty-five years of progressive career development and more than a decade in senior management roles, Mr. Al-Naimi has demonstrated expertise across the complete business lifecycle. Prior to joining Qatar Foundation, he served as Manager of Human Resources for RasGas Company Limited, where he honed his skills in organizational development and human capital management.

Mr. Al-Naimi holds an MBA from Oxford University, UK, and a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Indiana State University, USA.

H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Jassim Al-Thani serves as a Member of the Executive Committee and Managing Director of Dukhan Bank. He previously served as Chairman and Managing Director until February 2025, during which he led the bank toward new horizons of growth and excellence. His visionary leadership was instrumental in achieving the first banking sector merger in Qatar between Barwa Bank and International Bank of Qatar, and he contributed significantly to the successful listing of Dukhan Bank’s shares on the Qatar Stock Exchange.

H.E. Sheikh Mohammed’s current portfolio includes serving as Chairman of the Board for multiple prominent organizations: First Finance Company, The First Investor Company, The First Leasing Company, and Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC). His governance expertise extends to his roles as a board member of the Qatar Foundation Endowment Fund and the Qatar Career Development Center, where he contributes to Qatar’s human capital development initiatives.

Throughout his distinguished career, H.E. Sheikh Mohammed has held various strategic positions across Qatar’s semi-government and private sectors, including key roles with Qatar Airways and Barwa Real Estate. His international experience includes collaboration with global financial institutions such as JP Morgan, Middle East and North Africa, where he acquired extensive expertise in international banking and finance. He has also served as a board member of Canary Wharf Group and the Qatar Stock Exchange, demonstrating his commitment to both local and international business development.

Prior to his current roles, H.E. Sheikh Mohammed served as Vice Chairman of the Board of Barwa Bank from 2008, where he played a founding role in establishing the institution and contributed to its strategic development and growth trajectory.

H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Jassim Al-Thani graduated from BSL University, Switzerland, with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, providing him with a strong foundation in business management and strategic planning.

Mr. Fahad Abdullah Al-Mana brings extensive expertise in investment management, corporate governance, and real estate portfolio oversight to his role as a Board Member of Msheireb Properties. His comprehensive understanding of strategic investment and development contributes significantly to the company’s mission of creating exceptional urban developments in Qatar.

Mr. Al-Mana serves as Chief Executive Officer of Katara Hospitality since July 2025, where he leads one of Qatar’s flagship hospitality organizations with a diverse global portfolio spanning four continents. His leadership experience in managing complex organizations and overseeing international real estate assets enhances his contributions to Msheireb Properties’ strategic initiatives.

His professional foundation is built upon over a decade of distinguished service with Qatar Investment Authority, which he joined in 2010. Currently serving as a senior member of the Local Portfolio Department, Mr. Al-Mana has developed specialized expertise in corporate governance and real estate investments, providing valuable insights for strategic development projects.

Mr. Al-Mana’s governance expertise extends across multiple sectors through his board service, including his role as a Board Member of Katara Hospitality since July 2019 and Nebras Power since 2014. He brings deep understanding of local market dynamics and cultural values essential to successful real estate development in Qatar.

Mr. Al-Mana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Qatar University, with a specialization in Finance and Accounting.

Mr. Richard Archer brings extensive expertise in commercial real estate and large-scale development to his role as a board member of Msheireb Properties. As Managing Director of Offices at Canary Wharf Group since 2015, he oversees all aspects of the office portfolio and specializes in the leasing and development of large-scale office buildings in Central London, one of the world’s most competitive commercial real estate markets.

Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Archer has demonstrated exceptional success in commercial real estate transactions, having leased, pre-leased, and sold over 14 million square feet of office space, buildings, and developments. His impressive client portfolio includes major international corporations such as Barclays, BBVA, Bear Stearns, EBRD, Jane Street, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Revolut, Société Générale, State Street, Reuters, FSA, MetLife, Moody’s, EY, KPMG, RSA Insurance, and BP.

Mr. Archer’s innovative approach to real estate development extends beyond traditional office leasing. He was instrumental in establishing L39 for Canary Wharf Group, the UK’s largest technology accelerator, which has successfully supported the growth of numerous high-profile FinTech companies, including Revolut. His forward-thinking leadership has also been pivotal in spearheading Canary Wharf Group’s strategic expansion into the Life Sciences sector through a joint venture partnership with Kadans, Europe’s leading Life Science developer, to deliver the UK’s largest ground-up wet lab building.

Prior to joining Canary Wharf Group in 2003 as Head of Leasing & Marketing, Mr. Archer accumulated 15 years of valuable experience at CBRE, where he served major developers including Land Securities, Hammerson, and Hines. In this capacity, he provided strategic advisory services on site acquisition and development, as well as leasing and pre-leasing of large office buildings. His corporate real estate expertise also encompassed representing major tenants such as Dresdner Bank, Nomura International, Kleinwort Benson, Sanwa International, Daiwa Securities, Aon, and Royal Bank of Scotland.

Mr. Archer’s comprehensive understanding of both development and tenant perspectives, combined with his proven track record in delivering complex commercial real estate projects, makes him a valuable contributor to Msheireb Properties’ strategic objectives and development initiatives.