Maryam Majid Al Saad

Ms. Maryam Majid Al Saad is a distinguished leader in public diplomacy, serving as the Chief Executive Officer of the Katara Public Diplomacy Center and the Secretary General of the Global Public Diplomacy Network (GPDNet). In these esteemed roles, she spearheads global initiatives to foster cross-cultural dialogue, deepen mutual understanding, and strengthen international cooperation, with a particular emphasis on advancing public diplomacy and cultivating strategic global partnerships.

Since joining the Katara Cultural Village Foundation in 2010, Ms. Al Saad has played a central role in shaping its international profile. Her career began in Katara’s International Affairs team, where her expertise and dedication led to progressively senior roles, including Director of International Affairs Department and Director of Marketing Department. Over the years, she has led a wide range of high-level cultural and diplomatic initiatives both within Qatar and on the world stage.

As the driving force behind the Katara Public Diplomacy Center, Ms. Al Saad has developed and executed innovative initiatives that showcase Qatar’s rich cultural heritage while promoting global dialogue on peace, multilateral prosperity, and sustainable development. Her diplomatic insight and project management have established her as a primary liaison between Katara and the Diplomatic Corps in Qatar.