Mr. AlDawood currently serves as the Managing Director of Qiddiya Investment Company, one of Saudi Arabia’s most prominent giga projects under Vision 2030, dedicated to shaping the future of entertainment, sports, and culture. He previously served as Group Managing Director of Seera Holding, where he led the company’s expansion into new markets and solidified its position as a key national player in travel and tourism. Earlier in his career, he held the role of Vice President of Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank, overseeing major strategic and financial transactions across the Middle East and North Africa.
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Abdullah AlDawood
A distinguished Saudi business leader, Abdullah AlDawood brings over 20 years of executive experience across investment, entertainment, tourism, and corporate governance. His appointment as Chairman of the Board at Seera Group Holding marks a strategic milestone in strengthening the Group’s leadership and advancing its role as one of the region’s leading integrated travel and tourism enterprises.
Career Journey
Throughout his career, Abdullah AlDawood has demonstrated an exceptional ability to lead complex organizations, execute large-scale investments, and drive cross-sector transformation. His work across both public and private entities reflects a forward-looking vision aligned with Saudi Arabia’s long-term diversification goals. His leadership continues to influence the Kingdom’s key economic sectors particularly entertainment, tourism, and financial services as they evolve under Vision 2030.
Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
Alongside his executive responsibilities, Mr. Al-Dawood serves as Chairman and Board Member in several leading national and international entities, underscoring his contribution to Saudi Arabia’s strategic development landscape. His notable roles include: • Chairman of the Board, Saudi Entertainment Ventures (Seven) – a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company. • Chairman of the Board, Alraeda Finance. • Chairman of the Board, Almosafer. • Board Member, Saudi Tadawul Group (Saudi Stock Exchange). • Board Member, Qiddiya Investment Company. • Board Member, Seera Group Holding. • Board Member, Thiqah Business Services. • Board Member, Lumi. • Board Member, Adira Hospitality. • Board Member, Square Enix. • Board Member, The Royal Commission for AlUla. • Board Member, AlUla Development Company. • Board Member, Rua Al Madinah Holding. • Board Member, Thimarah Real Estate Investment Company. • Board Member, Dhakher Real Estate Development Company. • Board Member, Hunai Trading Company. • Board Member, Careem. • Board Member, Al Arabiya News Channel.
Academic Background
Mr. Al-Dawood holds: • Master of Business Administration (MBA) with honors from Georgetown University, USA. • Master’s Degree in Political Science and International Relations from Georgetown University. • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with First-Class Honors from King Saud University, Saudi Arabia.
Leadership Impact
With a deep commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification and global competitiveness, Abdullah Al-Dawood represents a new generation of visionary leaders driving sustainable growth and innovation across the Kingdom’s strategic sectors. Through his work at Qiddiya Investment Company and Seera Group Holding, he continues to shape the Kingdom’s entertainment, tourism, and investment ecosystem—reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s standing as a global destination for opportunity and transformation.
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