Ahmid Mandeel: Building the Future of Entertainment Through Innovation and Entrepreneurship

As Saudi Arabia’s entertainment sector continues its rapid transformation under Vision 2030, entrepreneurs are playing a vital role in shaping new experiences and business models. Ahmid Mandeel, Founder and CEO of Taqneen Innovation Company and Unknown Room Escape Game, has established himself as an innovative business leader dedicated to developing creative, scalable, and sustainable entertainment ventures.

Leading Innovation in Entertainment

As the founder of Taqneen Innovation Company, Ahmid leads a multidisciplinary team focused on designing and delivering original entertainment concepts, immersive experiences, and innovative intellectual property (IP). Through an integrated approach that spans research, development, production, and execution, the company creates market-ready solutions that combine creativity, operational excellence, and strategic planning.

His vision is to develop entertainment experiences that contribute to the Kingdom’s growing creative economy while supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

An Entrepreneurial Journey of Growth

Ahmid’s entrepreneurial journey began with the launch of Unknown Room Escape Game, where he successfully transformed the business by creating original in-house escape game concepts and expanding operations through a new Riyadh branch while introducing a successful B2B business model.

His entrepreneurial portfolio also includes founding Petcom, where he successfully facilitated the company’s acquisition by securing investment, demonstrating his ability to identify business opportunities and create long-term value.

Driving Business Transformation

Beyond entrepreneurship, Ahmid has led strategic transformation initiatives across multiple organizations. As General Manager of Asalaa Business Group, he has overseen organizational restructuring, governance implementation, operational improvements, franchise development, and financial transformation. His leadership contributed to improving business performance and supporting the company’s transition to a stronger corporate structure.

As a Business Development Consultant for Al Shallal Restaurant, he has implemented modern management practices, established new operational departments, introduced governance frameworks, and helped achieve significant revenue growth through strategic planning and organizational development.

A Passion for Sustainable Business Growth

Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems from Jubail University College, Ahmid combines technology, business strategy, and innovation to help organizations unlock new opportunities. His expertise spans business development, commercial analysis, feasibility studies, operational excellence, franchising, and strategic growth.

Recognition by CEO Network

CEO Network proudly recognizes Ahmid Mandeel for his contributions to entrepreneurship, entertainment innovation, and business transformation in Saudi Arabia. Through his leadership, he continues to build businesses that promote creativity, operational excellence, and sustainable growth while supporting the Kingdom’s evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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