Richard Attias is the founder of the FII Institute and served as its Chief Executive Officer until June 2026, when the Board of Trustees appointed Princess Dr. Maha bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz Al Saud as CEO and Attias transitioned to chairman of the institute's executive committee.
A veteran convener of global forums, Attias built the FII Institute into one of the world's most visible platforms for investment and innovation dialogue, anchored by its flagship annual gathering in Riyadh. He is also the founder of Richard Attias and Associates, the global communications and events firm.
Career History
- Chairman, Executive Committee, FII Institute (June 2026 to present)
- Founder and Chief Executive Officer, FII Institute (until June 2026)
- Founder, Richard Attias and Associates (prior and ongoing)
What Richard Attias brings to the executive committee chairmanship at the FII Institute: founder continuity and a global convening network, supporting the new chief executive while institutional leadership passes to Saudi stewardship.
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