Dr. Nawaf Alqahtani
Dr. Nawaf Alqahtani is a distinguished Strategic Marketing and Communications leader with over seven years of experience driving transformative campaigns across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond. Renowned for his visionary leadership and innovative approach, Dr. Alqahtani has played a central role in aligning national marketing efforts with the ambitious goals of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. His work spans high-profile initiatives such as the National Gaming & Esports Strategy, the Esports World Cup, and the Vision 2030 Annual Report campaign, which alone garnered over 2 billion impressions globally.
Currently serving as Marketing Manager at the Strategic Management Office for Vision 2030, Dr. Alqahtani oversees multi-million-dollar campaigns, manages cross-functional teams, and provides strategic oversight for events of international significance, including the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum and the upcoming Vision 2030 10-Year Anniversary campaign. His ability to integrate brand strategy, digital innovation, and data-driven insights has made him a trusted advisor to senior leadership, including direct reporting to high-level government officials.
Dr. Alqahtani’s academic background includes a Master’s degree in Digital and Social Media Marketing from the University of Dundee and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University. He has further honed his expertise through executive programs and certifications from prestigious institutions such as Harvard University, London Business School, and the University of Oxford.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Dr. Alqahtani is a published academic, contributing to journals on topics ranging from brand identity and campaign design to digital asset management and search engine marketing. His thought leadership continues to influence the evolving landscape of marketing in the Middle East.
In recognition of his exceptional contributions to the field, Pebble Hills University has conferred upon him the honorary degree of Doctor of Business Administration (Honoris Causa). This accolade reflects not only his professional excellence but also his enduring impact on the global marketing and communications industry.