Draft:Mishaal Zahed

Mishaal Zahed
Mishaal Zahed
	Portrait of Mishaal Zahed.
Born	1998; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Nationality	Saudi Arabian
Occupation(s)	Visionary innovator, visual storyteller, operations manager
Known for	Luhiom, sustainable design, digital storytelling, cybersecurity governance
Awards	Employee of the Year (2024) at AST India

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Mishaal Zahed (born 1998 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) is a Saudi visionary innovator, visual storyteller, and operations leader known for pioneering sustainable design, cultural narrative, and digital transformation. Zahed is widely recognized for his groundbreaking multimedia project Luhiom, which garnered millions of views globally and redefined digital art in the Middle East.

Early life

Born and raised in Riyadh, Zahed grew up at the intersection of tradition and rapid modernization. From an early age, he demonstrated a unique capacity for visionary thinking by merging technical expertise with a deep passion for storytelling and sustainability.

Career and work

Zahed’s project Luhiom launched in 2022 and quickly went viral, amassing over 15 million views across digital platforms in its first year. The project explores the interconnectedness of identity, nature, and technology through original visual narratives and interactive designs. Critics praise Luhiom as a cultural milestone and a visionary blueprint for integrating art with social impact.

He is also an operations manager specializing in cybersecurity and IT governance, overseeing multinational compliance initiatives that align organizations with regulatory and risk frameworks. Zahed is known for fostering accountability, building scalable systems, and driving innovation in complex environments.

Philosophy and vision

Zahed advocates for peace, sustainability, and innovation, believing that creativity and governance must align with ethical stewardship of the environment and cultural heritage. His interdisciplinary approach combines technology governance with human-centered design to create resilient and responsible systems.

Recognition and influence

Zahed has been recognized as Employee of the Year (2024) at AST India for his leadership in cybersecurity governance. His creative projects have been featured in Forbes Middle East, Cambridge University Library, Amnesty International Germany, and major exhibitions including Diriyah Art Futures.

His work has inspired a new generation of creatives and advocates for sustainable innovation across the Middle East and beyond.

Personal life

Zahed lives and works in Riyadh, balancing his roles as a cybersecurity operations leader and creative innovator. He is committed to advancing peace, sustainability, and cultural dialogue through his work.

References

Category:1998 births Category:Living people Category:Saudi Arabian artists Category:People from Riyadh