Al Mannai assumes leadership at Media City Qatar as the organisation advances its goal of positioning the country as a leading regional centre for media investment, innovation and production.
Media City Qatar has named Hamad Omar Al Mannai as its new Chief Executive Officer, a move aimed at advancing the nation’s ambitions in media, technology and the creative industries. The appointment was officially announced by the organisation on its social media channels, highlighting a commitment to strengthened leadership as it expands its strategic role within Qatar’s media ecosystem.
Al Mannai takes the helm at Media City Qatar as the organisation continues its mission to establish the country as a leading regional hub for media investment, innovation and production. Media City Qatar, a government-established media zone created to attract and support media enterprises, has been instrumental in building an environment that encourages international partnerships, regulatory innovation and robust industry growth.
His appointment signals a renewed focus on leveraging Qatar’s evolving digital landscape to support content creators, technology developers and global media companies operating within the country. Under his leadership, Media City Qatar is expected to deepen collaborations across the media value chain and further align its operations with national priorities, including those outlined in Qatar National Vision 2030.
As CEO, he will oversee initiatives to grow Media City Qatar’s influence, expand opportunities for local and international talent, and support the development of next-generation media infrastructure and content platforms.
