Experienced leader to drive growth, transformation, and operational excellence across Kingdom.
Initial Saudi Group is a leading provider of integrated facilities management and business support services across the Kingdom, delivering solutions that enhance operational efficiency, asset performance, and workplace environments for a wide range of sectors. With a legacy spanning more than four decades, the company continues to play a vital role in supporting Saudi Arabia’s evolving infrastructure and commercial landscape.
Initial has announced the appointment of Rami Abdulaziz AlMaddah as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant step in the company’s continued growth trajectory.
Over 20 years of cross-sector leadership
Rami brings more than two decades of executive leadership experience in Saudi Arabia, spanning facilities management, real estate, transportation, retail, banking, and industrial sectors. He has built a strong reputation for driving business growth, organizational transformation, governance, and operational excellence.
Throughout his career, Rami has led corporate strategy initiatives alongside digital and financial transformation programs within complex organizations. His leadership approach emphasizes performance improvement, cross-functional collaboration, and the development of strong stakeholder relationships, enabling sustainable, long-term success.
Strengthening Saudization and workforce strategy
He has also demonstrated a proven ability to navigate regulatory frameworks, ensure Saudization compliance, and secure high-value contracts. By leveraging data-driven decision-making, Rami has consistently delivered multi-million SAR revenue growth, while optimizing asset utilization and enhancing workforce efficiency through technology integration and innovation.
Driving digital and financial transformation
Recognized for strengthening financial discipline and improving asset performance, Rami has successfully led digital transformation initiatives and built scalable business models. His leadership has also contributed to advancing workforce nationalization strategies across extensive retail networks, reinforcing alignment with the Kingdom’s economic priorities.
Commenting on his appointment, Rami said: “I am pleased to join Initial at a time of strong growth and opportunity in the Kingdom. The business has built a solid foundation over more than four decades, and I look forward to working closely with the team to further strengthen our capabilities, expand our presence, and continue delivering high-quality services to our clients.”
Rami holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance from the American University in Cairo and has completed advanced leadership and management studies.
His appointment reflects Initial’s ongoing commitment to local talent, leadership excellence, and sustainable growth, as the company continues to deliver long-term value for its clients across Saudi Arabia.
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