Nadhmi Al Nasr

NEOM CEO

Nadhmi Al-Nasr is leading efforts to shape a new future based on innovation, enterprise and sustainability at NEOM. Under his stewardship, NEOM is set to become an economic engine for Saudi Arabia and a byword for progression in harmony with nature. He previously worked at Saudi Aramco and KAUST.

Dr Andreas Cangellaris

Founding President, NEOM University

An expert in computational science and electronic design automation, Professor Andreas Cangellaris has spent the last 25 years at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, where he occupied top leadership roles - most recently as Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost.

Denis Hickey

Chief Development Officer, THE LINE

With more than 25 years of experience across real estate development, investment and construction industries, Denis Hickey has a strong track record creating and delivering complex projects – from concept to completion. As CDO for THE LINE, he will ensure total delivery of NEOM’s flagship project.

Jordi Naval

Sector Head, Biotech

Jordi has co-founded six successful biotech ventures, raising more than $200 million in funding, with three multimillion exits. He was also instrumental in elevating Barcelona into a global biotechnology hub, helping attract more than $1 billion in international investments.

Dr Juan Carlos Motamayor

CEO of Topian

With 20 years’ experience across the food industry worldwide, Juan Carlos leads NEOM’s food sector. He previously worked at global food leaders in agriculture, aquaculture and sustainable-business-development roles; and worked as a scientific advisor for governments and organizations.

Dr Manar Al Moneef

Chief Investment Officer, NIO

Dr Manar Al Moneef is responsible for developing and implementing the NEOM investment strategy by creating growth initiatives and building partnerships. Previously President & CEO of GE Renewable Energy, she held leadership roles in oil & gas and healthcare. Manar has an executive MBA from Harvard Business School and PhD from Leicester University.

Michael Lynch

Executive Director - Entertainment and Culture

Michael Lynch AO CBE is a world-renowned arts and culture executive. He has held the positions of CEO of Sydney Opera House, Chief Executive of London’s South Bank Centre and CEO of the Hong Kong West Kowloon Cultural District Authority.

Michael Young

Chancellor Education, Research, Innovation

A Harvard Law School graduate, Professor Young has experience across legal, public service and diplomatic arenas. He served as a law clerk to Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist of the U.S. Supreme Court, and held various government positions during the administration of President George H.W. Bush.

Niall Gibbons

Managing Director, Tourism

Niall Gibbons has more than 20 years of experience in the industry, including 14 years as Tourism Ireland chief executive, promoting Ireland as a destination for international visitors. He is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants and a business graduate of Trinity College Dublin.

Dr Paul Marshall

Head of Nature Reserve

For more than 25 years, Dr Paul Marshall has worked with leading conservation organizations, advising governments and international agencies on biodiversity, conservation planning, applied research and protected area management. These include the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and UNESCO.

Peter Terium

CEO, ENOWA

With 18 years of experience in the energy industry, Peter Terium has been CEO of three different companies. He also founded Innogy – which became Germany’s most valuable energy company. Now he is building NEOM’s 100% renewable-energy system and managing its green-hydrogen expansion.

Tarek Qaddumi

Executive Director, THE LINE Design Group

Leading Urban Planning and THE LINE, Tarek received his Master of Architecture degree from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Tarek practiced in several leading international firms, most recently as Regional Director of the award-winning practice Morphosis Architects.

Wyatt Roy

Head of Innovation

As Head of Innovation, Roy aims to establish NEOM as a hub for creativity, fostering its startup ecosystem. Roy's deep understanding of enabling innovation at government level and how it operates in the private sector uniquely positions him to drive NEOM’s ambition to accelerate human progress.