Falcon’s Beyond Appoints Saham Ali as Chief Technology Officer
Orlando, FL – January 15, 2026 – Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc., a leading company specializing in the development of leisure destinations, immersive experiences, and attractions, has announced the appointment of Saham Ali as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Based in Orlando, Florida, Falcon’s Beyond is known for its innovative approach to themed entertainment, and Ali’s elevation to CTO reflects the company’s commitment to advancing technological innovation in the industry.
Previously serving as Executive Vice President of Technology within Falcon’s, Saham Ali will now assume a company-wide role, overseeing the strategic development and implementation of Falcon’s Beyond’s technology initiatives. This newly created position underscores the importance the company places on cutting-edge technology as the foundation for immersive storytelling and interactive experiences.
Leadership in Technology Innovation
In his expanded role, Ali will focus on emerging technological domains critical to immersive entertainment, including real-time rendering, robotics, ride systems, extended reality (XR), generative artificial intelligence (AI), AI-driven personalization, and connected experiences. Falcon’s CEO Cecil D. Magpuri emphasized Ali’s instrumental role, stating:
“Technology is the heart of immersive storytelling. I have worked closely with Saham for more than a decade, during which he has been a driving force behind our XR products and real-time graphics pipelines. He has established himself as a leader in the industry by successfully deploying the latest technology platforms for the next generation of attractions. Under his leadership, complex creative workflows were optimized, integration between corporate IT, robotics, and media systems was achieved, and operational efficiencies in global production facilities were enhanced. In this new role, Saham will ensure we remain at the forefront of delivering unique experiences to our clients and continue setting new standards in themed entertainment and interactive attractions.”
Extensive Experience and Vision
Saham Ali brings approximately 25 years of leadership experience focused on production and technology, with deep expertise in visual effects, real-time rendering, high-performance computing (HPC), and immersive technologies. Before joining Falcon’s in 2016, Ali contributed to advanced workflow development for visual effects and supported notable television productions such as Hawaii Five-0, Outsourced, and Star Trek: New Voyages. He also has experience working within public technological infrastructure, contributing to his versatile professional background.
Commenting on his appointment, Ali said, “I am honored to continue taking on strategic responsibility for Falcon’s technological advancement. In this broadened role, I look forward to building upon our existing efforts, aligning technology closely with the vision articulated by our CEO for Falcon’s global strategy. I am excited to develop platforms such as ÄEONXP — our loyalty and engagement system — and to push the boundaries of what is possible in immersive entertainment.”
About Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc.
Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, Falcon’s Beyond Global, Inc. specializes in creating innovative leisure destinations and immersive attractions worldwide. The company is recognized for its integration of advanced technology with creative storytelling, driving new and engaging experiences for the entertainment industry.
This announcement was reported by EuroAmusement Professional (EAP), a leading European trade magazine dedicated to the leisure industry, providing current trend analyses and industry insights for professionals across theme park, water park, and interactive attraction sectors.
