Abeer Al Akel Appointed CEO of the Royal Commission for AlUla

AlUla, The Gulf Observer: The Board of Directors of the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has appointed Abeer Al Akel as the Chief Executive Officer of the commission, following a decision issued by the board on Friday.

Al Akel, who had been serving as Acting CEO since late January last year, brings extensive leadership experience in strategic development and operational management.

Since joining RCU in 2017, she has held several senior positions, including Director of the Strategic Delivery Department and Director of the Information System Department. She has played a key role in overseeing major programs and initiatives that have contributed to AlUla’s transformation into a global destination for culture, heritage, and nature.

Prior to her tenure at RCU, Al Akel served as Director of the Productivity Department at SABB and as a Senior Manager at PwC, where she led various strategic and operational projects.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from King Saud University and has completed the leadership development program at Harvard University, equipping her with expertise in technology and executive leadership.

Her appointment reflects RCU’s commitment to furthering AlUla’s development as a leading cultural and heritage destination on the global stage.