Ebtisam AlWehaibi, A cultural Heritage Advisor, is General Manager of Intangible Cultural Heritage at the Heritage Commission, Saudi Ministry of Culture. She serves on the boards of ICOMOS and ICOM Saudi Arabia, and is a member of the UNESCO Network of Cultural Heritage Experts and the 2030 Leaders. She holds leadership certifications from IMD, ESADE, and HEC Paris.
In her advisory and professional roles, Ebtisam leads national efforts to safeguard Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage. She oversees strategies for research, documentation, safeguarding, and planning. She also mentors and empowers the next generation of heritage leaders, supporting initiatives that foster innovation and leadership in the field. Her work reflects a lasting commitment to safeguarding cultural identity and promoting cultural diversity, both locally and internationally.