Visionary Leadership in Human Resources
Shamsa Al-Fahad is an Executive Director of People & Culture recognized for her strategic expertise in human capital development and organizational transformation. With a distinguished career spanning the public and private sectors in Qatar, Shamsa drives change management initiatives with exceptional efficiency, fostering high-performance, innovation-driven work cultures that align with corporate vision and national values.
Strategic Integration of Technical and Managerial Expertise
Shamsa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, achieving the highest GPA among her peers, and a Higher National Diploma in Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering. Her unique blend of technical and managerial skills enables her to design integrated HR strategies and manage shared services for operational excellence, ensuring an outstanding employee experience and organizational impact.
Proven Track Record in HR Leadership
As Director of Talent & Culture at Raffles and Fairmont Doha, Shamsa leads initiatives that cultivate a dynamic, inclusive workplace, driving talent development and cultural transformation. Her previous roles include Country Head of Human Resources at HSBC Qatar, where she championed Qatarization and national workforce development, and senior HR positions at Gulf Bridge International, Alrayyan for Media & Marketing, and Qatar Shell Service Company, consistently delivering sustainable positive outcomes.

Commitment to Institutional Values and Excellence
Shamsa is a specialist in applying global best practices in HR under the highest standards of governance and compliance. Her expertise in leadership development, strategic partnerships, and change management has been instrumental in aligning HR goals with corporate objectives, supporting organizational growth and talent development. She is certified as a trainer and holds credentials in artificial intelligence for strategic leadership, project management, and VIP etiquette and protocol management, further enhancing her impact.
Recognized Leadership by The Arab Leaders
The Arab Leaders proudly recognize Shamsa Al-Fahad for her transformative contributions to human resources, organizational performance, and national culture in Qatar. Her visionary leadership continues to advance excellence and innovation in HR across the region.
Shamsa Al-Fahad is more than an HR leader; she is a catalyst for organizational transformation, empowering talent and driving sustainable success through strategic vision and unwavering commitment to excellence.






