Knowledge Economic City
Marko Vucinic FRICS serves as the Chief Investment Officer at Knowledge Economic City since June 2023, focusing on establishing the city as a key business and tourism hub for the Islamic world. Previously, Marko held significant roles including Board Member for Ennismore's Lifestyle Investment Fund and Director at the Tourism Development Fund, where the emphasis was on enhancing Saudi Arabia's tourism sector through strategic investments. Marko has a proven track record in the hospitality and real estate sectors with foundational roles at the Public Investment Fund and Alrajhi Investment, as well as extensive experience at JLL and Colliers International, leading investment, development advisory, and operational review efforts. Academic qualifications include multiple degrees from prestigious institutions such as Cornell University and an Executive MBA from Cardiff Metropolitan University.
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Knowledge Economic City
Knowledge Economic City (KEC) is a publically listed company that was established for the purpose of developing and managing the delivery of the Knowledge Economic City Project. The company was formally public listed in in the Saudi Stock Market in August 2010 following a successful IPO earlier that year. KEC is strategically located in Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah (Madinah), home of the Prophet Mohammed P.B.U.H and where the Holy Qur’an was compiled. Millions of Muslims from all over the world visit Madinah during the Hajj season as well as Umrah season. KEC was first announced in June 2006 as one of 4 economic cities envisioned to support the Kingdom’s drive towards economic diversity and job creation. The common aim of all the Economic Cities is to offer those who live and work there an excellent, low-pollution environment with high-quality housing, modern amenities, excellent sports and recreational facilities and higher quality education and healthcare services. The Economic Cities will therefore offer unparalleled standards of living in the Kingdom and are designed to provide a welcome comfort zone for modern business people and their families.