As Saudi Arabia undergoes one of the most ambitious economic transformations in its history, these visionary leaders are helping shape its future. Guided by the strategic framework of Vision 2030, the kingdom is accelerating diversification, channelling massive resources — and commitment — across technology, tourism, renewables, logistics, healthcare, real estate, and financial services at breakneck speed. This isn’t gradual reform, it’s economic revolution.
At the heart of this transformation are the industry leaders — innovators, policymakers, executives, and entrepreneurs — who are executing bold ideas and delivering real impact.
The 30 Leaders Driving Saudi Arabia’s Economy highlights the influential figures steering this dynamic shift. From giga-project executives to disruptive entrepreneurs and reform-minded ministers, these titans aren’t just transforming industries — they’re positioning the kingdom as a global economic powerhouse.
These leaders are overseeing multi-billion-dollar investments, building smart cities such as NEOM, unlocking the potential of the private sector, and fostering innovation through AI, fintech, and clean energy.
Many are also executing a wide range of initiatives that will boost Saudi Arabia’s aspirations for a knowledge-based economy through world-class infrastructure projects, tech advances and innovations as well as public-private partnerships. In parallel, social reforms have opened new avenues for inclusion, especially for women in leadership and the workforce.
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), now one of the largest and most influential sovereign wealth funds globally, has become a central force in this transformation. Leaders within and around PIF are playing a critical role in scaling strategic industries, launching new enterprises, and investing in high-impact global assets, all while creating employment opportunities for future generations.
This list does not simply celebrate titles and positions; it examines the tangible contributions these leaders are making to Saudi Arabia’s economic growth and resilience. It showcases how leadership, vision, and execution are converging to rewrite the kingdom’s development narrative.
As Saudi Arabia continues to attract global attention for its rapid reforms and ambitious projects, the people behind the headlines deserve recognition. These 30 leaders embody a new era of economic thinking — bold, innovative, and purpose-driven.
Together, they represent the spirit of a nation on the verge of modernization, building not just a stronger Saudi economy but helping to reshape the regional and global economic landscape.
HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Minister of Energy, Saudi Arabia
Abdulrahman Al-Fageeh, CEO and executive member of the board of directors, Sabic
Abeer M. AlAkel, CEO, the Royal Commission for AlUla
Ahmed Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, Saudi Arabia
Aiman Al-Mudaifer, CEO, managing director and member of the board, NEOM
HRH Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal Al Saud, chairman, Kingdom Holding Company
Amin Nasser, President, CEO, and member of the board of directors, aramco
Bob Wilt بوب ويلت, CEO, Maaden
Fahad Al-Saif, non-executive chairman, King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC)
Faisal Alibrahim, Minister of Economy and Planning, Saudi Arabia
Ibrahim AlOmar, director general, Saudia Group
Jerry Inzerillo, group CEO, Diriyah Company, and Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA)
John Pagano, group CEO, Red Sea Global (RSG)
Jomana R. Alrashid, CEO and board member, Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG)
Khalid Alhussan, group CEO, Saudi Tadawul Group
Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Saudi Minister of Investment, Saudi Arabia
Khalid Johar, acting group CEO, ROSHN l روشن Group
Majed Al Hogail, Minister of Municipalities and Housing, Saudi Arabia
Majid bin Abdullah Al Kassabi, Minister of Commerce, Saudi Arabia
Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Minister of Finance, Saudi Arabia
HRH Prince Mohammed Bin Khaled Bin Abdullah Al-Faisal, chairman, Al-Faisaliah Group (JSC)
Nadir Al-Koraya, president and CEO, Riyad Bank
HH Prince Naif Bin Sultan bin Mohammed Bin Saud Al Kabeer, chairman of the board of directors, Almarai
Olayan Alwetaid, group CEO, stc
Saad Abdulaziz Alkroud, chairman of the board of directors, KAFD | كافد
Saeed Mohammed Alghamdi, chairman of the board of directors, The Saudi National Bank – SNB
Turki Alalshikh, chairman, General Entertainment Authority (GEA)
Waleed Abdullah Al Mogbel, CEO, managing director and member of the board of directors, alrajhi bank
Waleed Ibrahim Al Ibrahim, chairman, MBC GROUP
Yasir Othman Al-Rumayyan, governor, Public Investment Fund (PIF)
