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Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as MENA's next startup hub, with local startups raising $860 million across 114 VC deals in the first half of 2025 alone. Key sectors like fintech, e‑commerce, AI, and logistics are leading this surge, fueled by Vision 2030 initiatives and mega-projects such as NEOM, Red Sea, and Qiddiya. This momentum highlights the Kingdom as a founder-friendly, high-growth market with opportunities for entrepreneurs looking to scale regionally and globally. At this session, Omar Munawar from SEEDRA Ventures will share how the firm backs founders with strategic capital, operational insight, and access to regional markets.

SEEDRA Ventures has made over 38 investments across the region, with typical funding checks ranging from $1–5 million, and their portfolio includes high-impact companies like Tamara, Lendo, Zid, Lucidya, and Noon Academy. Omar will discuss recent investment patterns, sector opportunities, and growth strategies for founders interested in tapping into the Saudi market.

This is your chance to cut through myths and see Saudi’s startup landscape as it really is: a thriving, globally connected ecosystem where bold founders can build market-leading businesses. Whether you are exploring expansion, fundraising, or launching a new venture, this session provides actionable insights and a roadmap to capitalize on Saudi Arabia’s booming startup ecosystem — with guidance from one of the region’s most influential investors, Omar Munawar of SEEDRA Ventures.

❯ Agenda:
- Welcome and Introduction
- Speaker Introduction
- Panel Discussion on Key Topics
- Audience Q&A

❯ Featured Speaker:

  • Omar Munawar - A seasoned venture capitalist at SEEDRA Ventures, a Riyadh-based early-stage investment firm focused on backing bold founders across the Middle East. With a strong track record of over 38 investments in high-impact startups, Omar has helped companies like Tamara, Lendo, Zid, Lucidya, and Noon Academy scale from local innovators to market leaders.

❯ Moderator:

❯ 📌 Who Should Attend?

  • Early-stage founders looking to scale their startups in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.
  • Entrepreneurs exploring new markets and global expansion opportunities.
  • Investors and venture builders seeking insights into Saudi’s booming startup ecosystem.
  • Startup enthusiasts and ecosystem stakeholders who want to understand funding trends, sector opportunities, and growth strategies.
  • Anyone curious about MENA’s next startup hub and how to tap into high-growth opportunities with strategic guidance from SEEDRA Ventures.

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/386233/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

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