The Board of Trustees of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute has appointed Maha bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz Al Saud as the Institute’s new Chief Executive Officer.
The announcement was made on June 10, with the Institute highlighting Dr. Maha’s extensive leadership experience across healthcare, higher education, research, institutional development, and international engagement.
Dr. Maha most recently served as Vice President of External Relations and Advancement at Alfaisal University, where she played a key role in strengthening the university’s global partnerships and advancing its position as one of Saudi Arabia’s leading educational institutions.
In her new role, she will lead the next phase of growth for the FII Institute and help advance its mission of bringing together leaders, investors, innovators, and policymakers to address global challenges through investment and collaboration.
Commenting on the appointment, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the FII Institute, said: “HRH Dr. Maha Al Saud brings a rare combination of leadership, vision, and global perspective that will be instrumental in advancing the FII Institute’s mission. Her distinguished career reflects a deep commitment to education, innovation, and societal progress. As the Institute enters its next chapter of growth and global impact, I am confident that under her leadership, and working closely with Richard Attias as Chairman of the Executive Committee, FII Institute will continue to strengthen its role as a catalyst for investment, ideas, and solutions that serve humanity.”
Responding to her appointment, Dr. Maha said: “It is a privilege to join the FII Institute at such an important moment in its journey. The Institute has become a globally recognized platform for dialogue, innovation, and investment. I look forward to working with the Board of Trustees, the Executive Committee, our partners, and our talented team to further advance our mission and create meaningful impact for future generations.”
The FII Institute is a global non-profit foundation focused on promoting innovation, investment, and data-driven solutions. Through its THINK, XCHANGE, and ACT pillars, the organization works to bring together global leaders to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
