Saudi Esports Federation appoints Samiah Khateeb as publisher relations senior analyst
She will manage publisher relationships and support strategic partnerships
The Saudi Esports Federation has appointed Samiah Khateeb as its new publisher relations senior analyst.
She has built a fast-growing career across data analytics, cybersecurity, and business analysis within the games and esports sector.
Moreover, Khateeb has spent the past two years at the Saudi Esports Federation, progressing from a co-op trainee to cybersecurity and data analyst roles, before being promoted to senior analyst positions.
In her new role, she will manage publisher relationships, support strategic partnerships, and act as a data-driven liaison between publishers across the federation’s esports and games initiatives.
Early foundations
Throughout her career with the Saudi Esports Federation, Khateeb has progressed steadily through analyst roles.
During her time as a co-op trainee in Riyadh, she supported software development lifecycle processes, business analysis, data analytics, project management, and cybersecurity initiatives.
In September 2024, she transitioned into a full-time cybersecurity and data analyst role, working on-site and focusing on data analytics, business analysis, and cybersecurity-related responsibilities.
She was promoted to cybersecurity and data senior analyst in June 2025, reflecting increased responsibility and seniority in the same domain.
