Board of Advisors

Abeer Al-Khalifa began her academic career at Qatar University’s English Language Teaching Unit, then entered the teaching profession in local schools in 2000 as an English instructor. In 2004, she started serving as a coordinator, where she managed the teaching department. In 2005, her achievements led to her being appointed as principal and later as director.

She joined Pre-University Education, Qatar Foundation, in 2011 as a project manager and established Qatar Academy Sidra as her first project. In her subsequent years at QF, she established the National Programs department and improved Qatar Foundation Schools' curriculum development processes to empower student learning. As Executive Director of Academic Affairs, she led the Educational Development Institute, which offered professional development workshops and consultation services to the education community. Later, she transitioned to the role of Executive Director of QF Schools, overseeing both educational and operational aspects of all Qatar Foundation schools. Since 2021, she has been the President of Pre-University Education, leading the K-12 portfolio of Qatar Foundation holistically.

Abeer Al-Khalifa holds an Executive MBA from HEC Paris and a Bachelor's in English Literature from Qatar University. She also completed an Educational Leadership Program from the Ministry of Education and High Education and a Management Leadership Program from Oxford University.

As the Chief Executive Officer of Msheireb Properties, Eng. Ali Al Kuwari leads the management teams at Msheireb Properties’ main entities and other subsidiaries, including but not limited to Msheireb Downtown Doha and Zulal Wellness Resort.

Eng Al Kuwari played a crucial role in the development of Msheireb Downtown Doha. In the beginning, he served as the Chief Officer for the Design and Delivery Directorate of the Msheireb Downtown Project. Due to his effective leadership and direction during the construction stages, Eng. Al Kuwari was appointed as the Acting CEO to oversee the transition from construction to operation of the city. He was recognized for his outstanding leadership skills and was subsequently appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Msheireb Properties in January 2023.

Eng Al Kuwari was instrumental in leading and overseeing the launch and operations of major assets at Msheireb Downtown Doha, including the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Al Wadi Hotel M Gallery, Park Hyatt, and the Zulal Wellness Resort, developed by Msheireb Properties. During the esteemed FIFA World Cup 2022 held in Qatar, Eng Al Kuwari deftly directed the activation and seamless operation of various events in the Msheireb Downtown Doha, including the hosting of the official FIFA media center.

Prior to his involvement with Qatar Foundation and Msheireb Properties, Eng. Al Kuwari held senior management positions at Technip in Paris and Qatar Petroleum. During his tenure at Qatar Petroleum, he excelled and became the Acting Lead Cost/Planning Engineer. His proficiency in this role enabled him to successfully oversee various major construction projects across Qatar.

Eng Al Kuwari holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the prestigious University of Miami and has earned an Executive MBA from HEC Paris in Qatar.

Eng. Ali currently holds board memberships in the following organizations:

• Chairman of the Board of Advisors, Qatar Academy Msheireb
• Chairman of the Board, Premier Inn Doha Hotels
• Chairman of the Board, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Doha
• Chairman of the Board, Alwadi Hotel MGallery Doha
• Chairman of the Board, Park Hyatt Doha
• Chairman of the Board, TiME Qatar for Project Management
• Member of the Board, Amlak Holding

 

• Executive Masters in sports organization management, University of Poitiers 2009.
• “Bachelor's degree in Physical Education and Sports Science” at Qatar University on 15, June 2002
• “Certificate of Excellence in Sport, Cultural and Social Activities” from the Faculty of Education at Qatar University 2001
• Executive Leaders program- Qatar Leadership Centre QLC 2016/2017

Professional Experiences:

• Qatar Women’s Sports Committee President since 2016
• GCC Women Sports Committee Board member since 2016
• The Advisory Committee for Development of Female Sport Participation in Qatar Community Board Member. 2012/2016
• School Olympic Association Board member 2016 until now 
• Qatar Olympic committee delegation (1st women delegation in history) to the Olympics, London 2012
• Athletes committee board member 2012/ until now
• Worked in the Arab Games Organizing Committee Doha 2011 & Asian Games Organizing Committee - Doha 2005-2007
• And many more sports events & conferences all over the world.

Humanitarian work:

• Participated with Qatar Charity for Assisting Syrian refugees in Turkey 24-27 May 2016.
• Participated with Qatar Charity & Layan for Assisting Syrian refugees in Lebanon 23-26 February 2017.

A seasoned, customer focused and results oriented professional with more than 25 years’ experience in managing & leading enabling functions with deep expertise in Human Resources, Procurement & Supply Chain, Building & Support Services and Operational Excellence.

Currently Mr. Kuwari is working in Ooredoo Qatar as the Chief Corporate Services Officer since 2011 & is responsible for ensuring Ooredoo’s business units are enabled in the most appropriate manner by meticulous management of Human Capital, Sourcing & Procurement and Facility & Support Services. Prior to this role, Mr. Kuwari was managing the Human Capital for Ooredoo Qatar and has held multiple leadership positions in the HR function.

Prior to joining Ooredoo, Mr. Kuwari worked in RasGas for more than 10 years. He has a BSc of Business Administration from the American University, Washington DC and has numerous leadership development certifications. Mr. Kuwari serves in multiple Boards including Ooredoo Oman.

Amna bint Abdulaziz Al Thani is the Acting Deputy CEO of Museums, Collections and Heritage Protection, as well as the Director of the National Museum of Qatar. Amna leads the museums from macro-level project planning to in-depth operational and strategic planning. She headed the steering committee and the community workshops that culminated in the development of the National Museum of Qatar. Amna has over nine years of experience in museum development. Amna earned an MSc in Sociology from the London School of Economics and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and English from Carnegie Mellon University.

• Director of Human Resources in Al Jazeera Media Network worked in several organizations such as the Supreme Council for Planning & Development.
• He holds a master's degree in public administration and has attended various courses, workshops, and conferences.
• He has many achievements and projects throughout his career.