FutureScape Global Announces First 10 Nominees for the Saudi 100
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Set to be a defining moment at FutureScape Global in Riyadh this June, the Saudi 100 will recognise the most influential professionals driving innovation, design excellence, and large-scale project delivery within Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving landscape sector.
This first wave of nominees reflects the scale, ambition, and diversity of expertise powering the Kingdom’s transformation.
Meet the First 10 NomineesThe inaugural nominees represent leading organisations behind some of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious and high-profile projects:
- Ali Al Wazzan – Landscape Architect, Memar Org
- Hani Al-Hassaneh – Senior Design Manager, Qiddiya
- Laila Alawneh Soila – Director – Regional and Urban Planning, NEOM
- Steven Velegrinis – Design Director and Head of Cities Practice APME, Gensler
- Muteb AlOsaimi – General Manager – Landscape Nursery, Red Sea Global
- Janus Rostock – Regional Managing Director, Buildings + Places, AECOM
- Hrvoje Cindrić – Global Urban Strategies Lead, Buro Happold
- Alwaleed Alkeaid – Founder, Saudi Sports Professionals Network
- Waleed Ben Manie – Executive Vice President, Sports Boulevard Foundation
- Francesco Aurelio Bongiorno – Project Director for Sports Infrastructure, Jacobs
From giga-projects like NEOM and Qiddiya to major urban strategies and infrastructure developments, these nominees are playing a pivotal role in redefining how outdoor spaces are designed, delivered, and experienced across Saudi Arabia.
The Saudi 100 is not just about recognition, it’s about highlighting the people behind the projects, the decision-makers influencing outcomes, and the leaders setting new benchmarks for the industry.
More Names to Be AnnouncedThis is just the beginning.
Additional nominees will be revealed in the lead-up to FutureScape Global, building towards a definitive list of 100 individuals who are shaping the future of landscape in the Kingdom.
Join Us in RiyadhThe Saudi 100 will be a key highlight of FutureScape Global, taking place 8–9 June 2026 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center.
Bringing together industry leaders from across the region and beyond, the event will provide a platform for collaboration, innovation, and recognition at the highest level.
Register now to be part of it
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