Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi

Mohammed Saeed Al Shehhi is the Vice Chairman of the UAE National Media Authority and a leading media figure who views content as a strategic economic asset. He was appointed to the role by federal decree issued by President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in January 2026. Al Shehhi is an Emirati media executive, entrepreneur, and thoroughbred horse racing official.

Al Shehhi holds a Master of Science in School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from American University of Sharjah. He has been recognized for his strategic leadership across the media sector, earning a place on Forbes Middle East's Top 100 CEOs for 2024.

Beyond media, Al Shehhi has developed expertise in design and innovation. He previously served as CEO of Dubai Design District (d3) and left that post in January 2019. He also holds roles as the Director General and Board Member of the Emirates Racing Authority, as well as the CEO of ARM Holding Company. Al Shehhi has also distinguished himself in equestrian sports: in March 2024, he was elected Vice President of the Asian Racing Federation, the first Emirati and Arab to hold the position.

Career History

• Vice Chairman, National Media Authority (2026–present)
• Secretary General, UAE Media Council (2023–2026)
• CEO, A.R.M. Holding and Dubai Real Estate Center (2012–present)
• CEO, Dubai Design District (2017–2019)
• Senior Director of Broadcast and Media Services, du Telecom (2010–2012)
• Deputy CEO, Dubai Media Incorporated (2008–2010)

What Al Shehhi could bring to the Vice Chairman role at National Media Authority: Al Shehhi's appointment combines strategic media sector expertise from his tenure as UAE Media Council Secretary General with extensive experience modernizing digital infrastructure and launching HD channels at Dubai Media. His successful stewardship of Dubai Design District as a thriving creative ecosystem of 8,000 creatives and 500+ partners demonstrates his ability to cultivate innovation-driven communities. As CEO of A.R.M. Holding, he has managed large-scale corporate restructuring and investment strategy. His international standing as Vice President of the Asian Racing Federation and his recognition on Forbes Middle East's Top 100 CEOs list position him to advance the National Media Authority's strategic vision on both regional and global platforms.