
Mr. Laith Hazim Qumsiyeh
Mayor of Beit Sahour
Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from the Arab American University in Jenin.
Academic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from the Arab American University in Jenin.
- Master’s degree in Computer Information Systems from the Arab Academy for Banking and
Financial Sciences in Jordan.
- Holds various specialized certifications in leadership, management, and organizational development.
Professional Experience:
- Mayor of Beit Sahour (2026 – Present).
- Deputy Mayor (2024 – 2026).
- Member of the Municipal Council (2022 – 2024).
- Over twenty years of professional experience in the private sector, executive management, and business development.
- Held leadership positions and served as a partner in various companies and investments, including projects in the hospitality and tourism sectors.
- Served as a central manager at Nassar Group.
- Participated in managing and developing businesses and investments in Palestine, Jordan, and the Sultanate of Oman.
- Worked as a university lecturer and participated in numerous local, regional, and international conferences and forums, representing the city of Beit Sahour.
- Contributed to building partnerships and collaborative relationships with institutions, municipalities, and international entities.
- Contributed to building partnerships and collaborative relationships with institutions, municipalities, and international entities.
Professional Memberships:
- Chairman of the Board, Water and Wastewater Authority – Bethlehem Governorate (2026–Present)
- Board Member, Jerusalem District Electricity Company Ltd.
- Board Member, “Most Beautiful Villages of Palestine” Network
- Board Member, Association of Palestinian Local Authorities (APLA)
- Board Member, Joint Services Council for Tourism Development – Bethlehem Governorate
- Member, Intangible Cultural Cooperation Network (ICCN)
- Associate Member, United Cities and Local Governments Middle East and West Asia (UCLG-MEWA)
- Board Member, Solid Waste Council – Bethlehem Governorate