Omar Alsheikh is the chief governance, risk and compliance, and legal officer at the Sports Boulevard Foundation, where he plays a key role in overseeing the organization’s strategy and operations in the sector. His leadership has been critical in establishing the GRC function at the Sports Boulevard Foundation, including the development and improvement of legal operations, and the establishment of a new governance and compliance department, risk management department, cybersecurity department, and data management office. Alsheikh has developed three-year GRC and cybersecurity strategies and operating models, and has since implemented these functions within the foundation. Before joining the Sports Boulevard Foundation, he held senior GRC roles in several organizations, including senior director of compliance at real estate developer ROSHN, and general manager of governance, risk, and compliance at Saudi Information Technology Co. In these roles, he was responsible for developing and implementing GRC policies and procedures, managing compliance risks, and providing GRC advisory services to business units. Alsheikh has more than 15 years of practical experience in GRC and legal operations. His expertise has helped organizations establish robust compliance programs and effectively manage risks. Throughout his career, Alsheikh has demonstrated a commitment to ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements, and promoting a culture of integrity and transparency within organizations. He holds a bachelor’s degree in law from King Saud University and is a certified GRC professional.