500 Global

Founded in 2010, 500 Global is a global venture capital firm with over $2 billion in assets under management. It invests in early-stage technology companies across 80+ countries, focusing on markets where technology and innovation can generate long-term value. With over 190 members based in more than 25 countries, the firm provides funding, mentorship, and connections to startups worldwide.

Clayton Bryan

Partner

Tim Chae

Managing Partner

Shawn Chu

Principal

Itali Pedroni Collini

Director 500 Startups Brazil

Nicholas Davison

Director

Amal Dokhan

General Partner

Amal Enan

Partner

Atika French

Senior Associate

Vishal Harnal

Managing Partner

Laila Hassan

Venture Partner

Adrian Latortue

Investor

Krating Poonpol

Partner

Moo Natavudh Pungcharoenpong

Venture Partner

Mameaw Sapprasert

Partner

Sanjay Singhal

Partner

Pat Naranpat Thitipattakul

Investor

Christine Tsai

Founding Partner and CEO

Pedro Vieira

Partner

Tony Wang

Managing Partner

Bedy Yang

Managing Partner

Arief bin Johan Alimin

Associate

Past deals in MENA

SkinSeoul

Seed Round in 2025
SkinSeoul is a cross-border e-commerce company specializing in Korean skincare products. It uses AI-driven technology to manage inventory and marketing, offering a wide range of authentic K-beauty products to global customers. The company, led by industry experts, operates an online retail platform that caters to major markets such as the U.S., Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

Rabbit

Venture Round in 2024
Rabbit is a micro-mobility company specializing in short-distance transportation using electric vehicles. It offers standing electric scooters and electric bikes, featuring QR code unlocking, kickstands, and accelerator controls.

Mile Solutions

Seed Round in 2024
Founded in Dubai in 2016, Mile Solutions specializes in supply chain management software for small and medium businesses. Its SaaS platform offers real-time geo-aware data, IoT technologies, and comprehensive sales, deliveries, invoices, and orders management.

Socialee

Pre Seed Round in 2023
Socialee, established in 2023, is a Dubai-based video commerce platform that bridges the gap between brands, content creators, and consumers. It specializes in beauty products, offering an authentic shopping experience through honest video reviews. Users can discover and purchase products via trustworthy reviews from fellow shoppers, creators, and brands, with creators monetizing based on review authenticity.

Spare

Seed Round in 2023
Spare is a micro-savings application that offers tools for account information and payment initiation, aimed at enhancing financial product development. By leveraging open banking technology, Spare enables access to transaction data and personal account information, such as account names and balances, from various financial institutions. This functionality allows developers to create customized checkout experiences, facilitating improved financial management for users.

Qardy

Venture Round in 2023
Qardy is a financial services provider focused on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) region. The company offers a broad range of financial solutions, including factoring, leasing, and both long-term and short-term loans. By leveraging a digital platform, Qardy simplifies access to financing for SMEs that may struggle to secure traditional loans. The company's mission is to empower these businesses, promote financial inclusion, and address the loan financing gap, ensuring that SMEs have the necessary resources to thrive and grow.

Floward

Series C in 2023
Floward is an online flower and gifts eCommerce platform that offers a diverse selection of products, including flowers, cakes, balloons, and chocolate boxes, tailored for various occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings. The company provides same-day delivery services sourced from both local and international brands, ensuring timely service for its customers. Floward has experienced aggressive expansion, currently operating in 36 cities across nine countries in the MENA region and the United Kingdom. In December 2020, it marked its first venture outside the Middle East by launching its platform in London, further broadening its reach and enhancing its service offerings.

VOO

Seed Round in 2022
- VOO ( www.getvoo.com ) is an End-to-end courier management platform empowering e-commerce businesses in the MENA region - One API Integration connects businesses to a large network of national and international shipping providers from a single dashboard

Qashio

Seed Round in 2022
Qashio is a spend management platform based in Dubai, founded in 2021, that provides businesses with tools to efficiently monitor and control their expenses. The platform enables users to create both physical and virtual credit cards, manage budgets, and set usage parameters for employees, including approval workflows and spending verification. By offering real-time tracking and analysis of card usage, Qashio enhances visibility and control over cash flows, streamlining expense management processes. Its comprehensive approach aims to eliminate outdated manual methods, reduce petty cash leakage, and save significant time for organizations, ultimately empowering teams to manage spending in a more automated and transparent manner.

Bonpara

Seed Round in 2022
Bonpara is a Turkish technology company that facilitates online shopping by offering users savings opportunities and helping partners enhance sales, customer loyalty, and acquisitions. It develops its own loyalty program and provides white-label solutions for third-party companies to create their own programs based on Bonpara's products and services.

ZenHR

Venture Round in 2022
ZenHR is a cloud-based human resources management system based in Amman, Jordan, with additional locations in Dubai and Riyadh. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in providing HR software solutions tailored for the Middle East and North Africa region. ZenHR's platform includes a comprehensive suite of features such as onboarding and offboarding, employee self-service, attendance and time tracking, payroll, and performance evaluation. The software is designed to comply with local labor laws, social insurance, tax regulations, and expat requirements, making it suitable for a wide range of clients from small and medium enterprises to larger organizations. By automating processes like salary calculations and offering user-friendly interfaces, ZenHR aims to enhance the overall HR experience for both departments and employees, facilitating a seamless transition from the hiring phase to retirement.

IMAN

Venture Round in 2022
IMAN is a Halal Financial Super App enabling ethical investments and funding for customers worldwide. It specializes in Banking-as-a-Service, offering portable banking solutions to integrate with banks. Currently focused on Uzbekistan, IMAN aims to expand into MENAPT regions, becoming the Halal Revolut for MENA & Asia.

El-Dokan

Pre Seed Round in 2022
El-Dokan is an enterprise eCommerce software platform designed for large and growing retail stores in the Middle East and North Africa. It provides a commerce web and mobile SDK customization platform that delivers end-to-end software and web application development for e-commerce, including APIs and developer tools to improve conversion rates for medium and large retailers. The platform enables retailers to optimize operations and focus on core business activities by integrating essential commerce capabilities and streamlining workflows for scalable storefronts.

Mod5r

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Mod5r is a Saudi-owned innovative application focused on simplifying financial management for users. The platform enables individuals to track their budgeting, spending, and earning in a user-friendly environment. By integrating various financial transactions into a single application, Mod5r offers features that facilitate essential financial tasks. It aims to instill habits of saving and budgeting, making the pursuit of financial goals more achievable. Users can set financial objectives, connect their bank accounts, and explore a range of financial products from different banks, all while monitoring their financial progress. Mod5r's mission is to make wealth management accessible, empowering users to make informed financial decisions and reduce the stress associated with personal finance.

Noon Academy

Venture Round in 2022
Noon Academy is a prominent edtech company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with additional offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India. Established in 2013, it operates an online learning platform that has served over 12 million students across the Middle East. The platform facilitates collaborative learning by allowing students to study in groups, compete with peers, and access on-demand tutoring. It offers a range of educational content, including free resources and subscription-based services for advanced materials and private tutoring. Noon Academy aims to enhance the learning experience by blending technology with peer-to-peer interactions, making education more engaging and accessible, especially for exam preparation. The company is committed to connecting students with the best teachers, regardless of location, thus expanding its impact in the region and beyond.

Rabbit

Venture Round in 2022
Rabbit is a micro-mobility company specializing in short-distance transportation using electric vehicles. It offers standing electric scooters and electric bikes, featuring QR code unlocking, kickstands, and accelerator controls.

Siolla

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Siolla develops an online platform enabling users to invest spare change automatically into diversified investment baskets, promoting regular saving habits.

Countd

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Countd is an online platform based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that specializes in creating and delivering personalized meal plans. The platform empowers users to adopt healthier eating habits, lose weight, and achieve wellness goals through its fitness application. It offers wellness and nutrition coaching, health monitoring, and the ability to filter meals by diet type, calorie counts, and macronutrient profiles. Users can select meals that align with their dietary preferences, while the application sources options from nearby healthy food restaurants. Countd provides access to meal plans designed by nutritionists, facilitating a path to healthier living.

Drahim

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Drahim is a Saudi Arabian fintech company that develops a digital platform for personalized financial planning. It analyzes users' financial habits to provide tailored investing plans, acting as a comprehensive budgeting app that tracks transactions and offers suggestions on saving and wealth growth.

AMUSED

Pre Seed Round in 2022
AMUSED Co is Saudi Arabia's first and largest community for preloved luxury fashion. It operates an online shopping platform connecting buyers and sellers of authenticated pre-owned luxury items, offering unique pieces such as handbags, shoes, accessories, and jewelry at competitive prices.

Headout

Series B in 2022
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace for last-minute tours, activities, and experiences. Its Headout app allows users to book tickets for food tours, walking tours, cruises, theaters, and various local events across the United States, with availability on iOS and Android devices.

Retailo

Series A in 2022
Retailo is an online B2B marketplace focused on digitizing the retail supply chain in the MENAP region. Founded in July 2020 by former Careem executives, the company is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Retailo has rapidly emerged as a leading startup, serving over 35,000 active retailers who can access more than 2,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs) through its app, with deliveries made within 24 hours of order placement. The company operates multiple warehouses across various cities in the MENAP region, managing a vast inventory from hundreds of brands, including direct partners. With a workforce of over 500 employees, Retailo processes tens of thousands of orders each month. Its mission is to simplify retail operations and enhance supply chain accessibility, aiming to unlock the earning potential of 10 million small and medium-sized enterprise retailers across the region and contribute to the overall economic growth.

Lucidya

Series B in 2022
Lucidya is a Saudi Arabia-based enterprise B2B SaaS company offering an AI-powered social media monitoring and analytics platform. The platform provides real-time analytics, spike detection, trend analysis, and trend reporting, with proprietary Arabic-language models for sentiment analysis, enabling brands, agencies, media, and public-sector organizations to monitor conversations, manage engagement, and benchmark performance across channels. It supports automated reporting, real-time alerts, and cross-channel benchmarking, serving industries such as telecoms, BFSI, automotive, FMCG, and retail.

Englease

Seed Round in 2021
Englease is an online educational platform focused on delivering live, accredited English language classes in the MENA region. It offers flexible one-on-one sessions designed to help users enhance their English fluency and prepare for proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. The platform enables users to track their progress and assess their learning needs, providing a structured approach to language acquisition. With its emphasis on personalized instruction, Englease aims to facilitate effective learning outcomes for students seeking to improve their English speaking skills.

Tamatem

Series B in 2021
Tamatem Inc. is a mobile gaming studio and publishing company based in Amman, Jordan, with an additional office in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2013, Tamatem focuses on developing and localizing mobile games specifically for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company partners with international studios and developers to adapt and culturally relevantize various game genres, including racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia. With a strong emphasis on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published over 40 games, achieving more than 50 million downloads. The company employs a team of 26 people dedicated to optimizing and managing mobile game success in the MENA market.

Plum Fintech

Series A in 2021
Plum Fintech Limited, established in 2016 and headquartered in London with additional offices in Athens and Nicosia, develops Plum, an AI-driven money management application operating on Facebook Messenger. The company's software employs algorithms to analyze users' spending habits, enabling automated tracking and management of finances. As of now, Plum has assisted over 2 million individuals across Europe, offering services such as effortless saving, empowered spending, and accessible investing, including pension and tax-wrapper products.

Retailo

Seed Round in 2021
Retailo is an online B2B marketplace focused on digitizing the retail supply chain in the MENAP region. Founded in July 2020 by former Careem executives, the company is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Retailo has rapidly emerged as a leading startup, serving over 35,000 active retailers who can access more than 2,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs) through its app, with deliveries made within 24 hours of order placement. The company operates multiple warehouses across various cities in the MENAP region, managing a vast inventory from hundreds of brands, including direct partners. With a workforce of over 500 employees, Retailo processes tens of thousands of orders each month. Its mission is to simplify retail operations and enhance supply chain accessibility, aiming to unlock the earning potential of 10 million small and medium-sized enterprise retailers across the region and contribute to the overall economic growth.

Nuqtah NFT

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Pioneering NFT's in the Saudi Arabia with Nuqtah's NFT creative marketplace, with a goal to value the creative economy at the pedestal it should be at.

Headout

Series B in 2021
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace for last-minute tours, activities, and experiences. Its Headout app allows users to book tickets for food tours, walking tours, cruises, theaters, and various local events across the United States, with availability on iOS and Android devices.

Hala

Series A in 2021
Addenda LTD, established in 2018 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializes in providing blockchain-based distributed ledger technology (DLT) services to the insurance industry. The company streamlines insurance processes, enables real-time task reporting, and securely records claim and policy data onto the blockchain for enhanced transparency and security. Additionally, Addenda offers data input validation and analysis services. In 2020, Addenda launched Hala Insurance, an insurtech startup aiming to provide affordable, quick, and online car and home insurance to the 500 million people living in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, thereby disrupting the traditional insurance industry.

Justmop

Venture Round in 2021
Justmop.com DMCC operates an online platform that enables users to book a variety of cleaning services conveniently. Founded in 2014 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Justmop offers services including maid services, deep cleaning, housekeeping, and specialized cleaning such as carpet, mattress, and sofa cleaning. The platform allows customers to book, pay for, and rate services seamlessly, connecting them with cleaning companies and ensuring high-quality service delivery. Justmop aims to facilitate efficient booking for customers while helping its partner cleaning companies maximize their business opportunities.

Elmetr inc. (500 startups portfolio company)

Venture Round in 2021
Elmetr Inc. operates an online legal platform aimed at connecting users in Egypt and the Middle East with suitable lawyers for various legal needs, including family law, commercial law, criminal law, and administrative judiciary matters. By providing a comprehensive lead-generation hub for legal professionals, Elmetr enhances transparency in legal case handling and facilitates improved client reviews. The platform features detailed lawyer profiles, enabling better specialization and sub-specialization within the legal field. Additionally, it streamlines case management, billing, and client interactions, ultimately increasing the reach of law offices and elevating the quality of legal services available to clients.

Hala

Venture Round in 2021
Addenda LTD, established in 2018 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializes in providing blockchain-based distributed ledger technology (DLT) services to the insurance industry. The company streamlines insurance processes, enables real-time task reporting, and securely records claim and policy data onto the blockchain for enhanced transparency and security. Additionally, Addenda offers data input validation and analysis services. In 2020, Addenda launched Hala Insurance, an insurtech startup aiming to provide affordable, quick, and online car and home insurance to the 500 million people living in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, thereby disrupting the traditional insurance industry.

Tenex

Venture Round in 2021
Tenex is a Dubai-based SaaS platform that serves property managers by providing tenant engagement and operational tools for commercial real estate. Founded in 2020, the company offers tech-enabled services including finance management, real estate accounting, streamlined communication channels, and facility and asset management to help property managers and landlords oversee properties and deliver quality services to tenants and clients.

Mercheese

Venture Round in 2021
Mercheese is an Amman, Jordan-based on-demand printing platform founded in 2019 that enables graphic designers and influencers to launch their own clothing brands and sell merchandise online through its printing and fulfillment services.

El-Dokan

Venture Round in 2021
El-Dokan is an enterprise eCommerce software platform designed for large and growing retail stores in the Middle East and North Africa. It provides a commerce web and mobile SDK customization platform that delivers end-to-end software and web application development for e-commerce, including APIs and developer tools to improve conversion rates for medium and large retailers. The platform enables retailers to optimize operations and focus on core business activities by integrating essential commerce capabilities and streamlining workflows for scalable storefronts.

ShipCash

Venture Round in 2021
ShipCash is a Jordan-based company that provides integrated logistics and financial solutions for e-commerce, focusing on a digital platform that enables instant payments for cash-on-delivery orders. It integrates with shipping company systems to offer cash payment and collection options for small and medium-sized vendors, supporting e-commerce operations across the region.

Gathern

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2016, Gathern is a Saudi Arabian-based company operating a platform that facilitates bookings of chalets and villas for travelers. It connects guests with various vacation rentals and enables hosts to monetize their properties hassle-free.

Whole Surplus

Venture Round in 2021
Whole Surplus is a B2B food surplus management platform based in Istanbul, Turkey, founded in 2017. The company specializes in helping retailers effectively manage their unsold inventories, maximizing recovery value both financially and environmentally. Whole Surplus provides a technology-driven solution that allows retailers to donate unsold products to food banks or recycle surplus goods. As a software-as-a-service provider, the platform serves some of the largest retailers in Europe, facilitating improved bottom-line performance and informed sourcing decisions at the SKU level, while also contributing to positive environmental and social impacts.

Lendo

Series A in 2021
Lendo is an alternative lending marketplace that helps digitally finance small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia. Lendo was granted the first Crowdlending (debt financing) licensed in Saudi Arabia, and received the Excellence in Finance Leaders Award from FiNext Awards. Lendo’s products and solutions make everyday business activities easier, more secure, and more efficient for both investors and borrowers alike.

Lifemote

Venture Round in 2021
Lifemote is an AI-driven SaaS platform for Internet Service Providers (ISPs). It proactively identifies and resolves home network issues, such as misplaced repeaters or legacy devices, before customers complain. This improves ISP support efficiency by providing clear actions for first-line agents.

Elmetr inc. (500 startups portfolio company)

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Elmetr Inc. operates an online legal platform aimed at connecting users in Egypt and the Middle East with suitable lawyers for various legal needs, including family law, commercial law, criminal law, and administrative judiciary matters. By providing a comprehensive lead-generation hub for legal professionals, Elmetr enhances transparency in legal case handling and facilitates improved client reviews. The platform features detailed lawyer profiles, enabling better specialization and sub-specialization within the legal field. Additionally, it streamlines case management, billing, and client interactions, ultimately increasing the reach of law offices and elevating the quality of legal services available to clients.

XCUTE

Seed Round in 2020
XCUTE operates a freelancing platform that connects small business owners in Saudi Arabia with a network of digital media freelancers for short-term projects. The company addresses the gap in traditional freelancing platforms by utilizing a proprietary algorithm that matches clients with suitable talent based on industry expertise, regional knowledge, and specific project requirements. Recognizing the unique needs of the MENA region and the burgeoning startup ecosystem, XCUTE emphasizes the importance of local expertise among freelancers. Unlike other platforms, XCUTE implements a rigorous multi-stage vetting process to ensure that only the best freelancers, skilled in areas such as design, motion graphics, digital marketing, copywriting, and translation, are available to clients. This focus on quality and regional specialization positions XCUTE as a valuable resource for businesses seeking qualified professionals for their projects.

Progressive Generation

Venture Round in 2020
Progressive Generation is a multifaceted company focused on the creation and management of intellectual properties and creative content, particularly in the Arabic language. It operates PG Studios, an animation studio that offers services such as music production, 3D animation, and audio engineering. The company's mission is to become a leading producer and provider of entertainment and information, with a strong emphasis on delivering unique and compelling animated digital content and edutainment experiences. By leveraging its portfolio of brands and captivating stories, Progressive Generation aims to distinguish its offerings in the MENA region and beyond, striving for innovation and profitability in the content it develops.

Headout

Seed Round in 2020
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace for last-minute tours, activities, and experiences. Its Headout app allows users to book tickets for food tours, walking tours, cruises, theaters, and various local events across the United States, with availability on iOS and Android devices.

Retailo

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Retailo is an online B2B marketplace focused on digitizing the retail supply chain in the MENAP region. Founded in July 2020 by former Careem executives, the company is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Retailo has rapidly emerged as a leading startup, serving over 35,000 active retailers who can access more than 2,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs) through its app, with deliveries made within 24 hours of order placement. The company operates multiple warehouses across various cities in the MENAP region, managing a vast inventory from hundreds of brands, including direct partners. With a workforce of over 500 employees, Retailo processes tens of thousands of orders each month. Its mission is to simplify retail operations and enhance supply chain accessibility, aiming to unlock the earning potential of 10 million small and medium-sized enterprise retailers across the region and contribute to the overall economic growth.

Retailo

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Retailo is an online B2B marketplace focused on digitizing the retail supply chain in the MENAP region. Founded in July 2020 by former Careem executives, the company is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Retailo has rapidly emerged as a leading startup, serving over 35,000 active retailers who can access more than 2,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs) through its app, with deliveries made within 24 hours of order placement. The company operates multiple warehouses across various cities in the MENAP region, managing a vast inventory from hundreds of brands, including direct partners. With a workforce of over 500 employees, Retailo processes tens of thousands of orders each month. Its mission is to simplify retail operations and enhance supply chain accessibility, aiming to unlock the earning potential of 10 million small and medium-sized enterprise retailers across the region and contribute to the overall economic growth.

La Reina

Seed Round in 2020
La Reina is an online fashion rental platform based in Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt, specializing in the rental of designer wedding and evening dresses, along with accessories. Founded in 2016, the company enables women to rent their bridal gowns and evening attire from one another, providing a diverse selection of designer pieces in various sizes. By facilitating an accessible marketplace for fashion, La Reina caters to those seeking affordable options for special occasions while promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry.

Taskty.com

Seed Round in 2020
Taskty.com is an online marketplace based in Egypt that connects users with individuals and service agencies to fulfill various short-term tasks for both home and business. Founded in 2012, the platform offers a diverse range of services, including translation, copywriting, graphic design, event photography, house maintenance, and private nursing. Additionally, Taskty provides access to a variety of household services, such as housekeeping, pest control, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical work, allowing customers to select providers based on their specific needs and budget.

Chefaa

Series A in 2020
Founded in 2017, Chefaa is a Cairo-based company that develops a smart medicine system application. It connects users with local pharmacies for online medication orders and provides medication reminders.

MWJ

Seed Round in 2020
MWJ is an online marketplace based in Abu Dhabi that specializes in buying and selling new and pre-owned luxury watches. The platform serves customers in Saudi Arabia, offering a secure environment for transactions, which includes guaranteed safe payment options. MWJ enhances the customer experience by providing a one-year free maintenance service for all types of watches and personal assistance to help clients select the right timepiece. By focusing on authenticity and customer support, MWJ aims to cater to watch enthusiasts seeking reliable and high-quality options in the luxury watch market.

Invygo

Seed Round in 2020
Invygo is MENA's leading car subscription service, offering consumers accessible mobility options via an all-inclusive monthly subscription through its mobile app. It provides dealers with a new revenue-generating business model that reduces depreciation and operational costs.

Tammwel

Seed Round in 2020
Tammwel is a digital financing broker the helps clients find financial offers. It was founded in Riyadh, Ar Riyad.

Telgani

Seed Round in 2020
Telgani is a car rental company founded in 2018 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It offers an online portal and mobile application that allows customers to easily and quickly rent their preferred vehicles at competitive prices. The platform enables users to select their desired car and travel location while providing options to compare and book from nearby rental providers. This streamlined approach facilitates a convenient car rental experience for users.

Pravica

Seed Round in 2020
Pravica is a blockchain infrastructure company focused on privacy and financial technology. It develops platforms and tools that enable secure, private communication and decentralized data control, including encrypted messaging and private file attachment capabilities, as well as payment infrastructure for cryptocurrency transactions. The company aims to bridge traditional finance with decentralized systems by supporting tokenized money through platforms such as S3.Money and Walletify, enabling stablecoin issuance, management, and real-world transactions for issuers, distributors, and end users. It also provides consulting services to facilitate secure, efficient, and innovative blockchain-based transactions for enterprises, emphasizing speed, reliability, and confidentiality in both internal and external communications.

Yovza

Seed Round in 2020
Yovza is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) company that provides a project management platform specifically designed for construction contractors in the MENA region. The platform facilitates the digitization of approval workflows, allowing all stakeholders to collaborate efficiently under a unified system. By leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning, Yovza's solution can forecast the prices of essential building materials such as steel and cement. This capability aids construction contractors and project managers in streamlining their processes, ultimately resulting in significant time and cost savings.

Tasaira

Seed Round in 2020
Tasaira is a mobile app that helps Saudi drivers get tailored quotes from trusted repair shops.

Wee

Seed Round in 2020
Wee is an electric scooter sharing platform in Saudi Arabia.

HiGuests

Seed Round in 2020
HiGuests is a property management company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializing in the short-term rental market across various locations, including Barcelona, Mumbai, the Dominican Republic, and Australia. Founded in 2016, the company simplifies the rental process by managing properties listed on platforms such as Airbnb, HomeAway, and Booking.com. HiGuests has developed advanced software that streamlines operations for property owners and enhances the guest experience. This technology enables hosts to monitor their properties effectively while providing guests with a seamless stay. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including check-in/out, cleaning, laundry, and 24/7 guest support, ensuring high satisfaction and positive reviews. With a focus on maximizing revenue potential for property owners, HiGuests combines in-depth market knowledge with personalized service, making it a reliable choice for short-term rental management.

VUZ

Series A in 2020
VUZ is a developer of an immersive video platform and social app for XR and Metaverse experiences. It streams 360-degree video, live events, and interactive entertainment across VR, AR, and other devices, enabling users to access immersive content from anywhere. It offers a large library of content (over 20,000 hours) spanning entertainment, creators, and sports, and features such as gyroscope-based navigation and social sharing to enhance realism and interactivity. It aims to connect people by removing travel, time, and access constraints. Founded in 2017, the company operates with offices in Los Angeles, Dubai, and Riyadh.

Greenish

Seed Round in 2020
Greenish is a retail platform based in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, specializing in the delivery of organic food products. The company focuses on providing a wide variety of healthy and organic choices, allowing customers to conveniently order these products online. By offering competitive prices and multiple payment solutions, Greenish aims to make organic food more accessible to consumers, supporting their efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Mamo

Seed Round in 2020
Mamo is a Fintech startup based in Dubai, UAE, focused on providing innovative payment and financial solutions tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The company operates under a Cat 3C Providing Money Services license from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, making it the first licensed Fintech startup in this category in the region. Mamo's flagship offering, Mamo Business, serves as an alternative to traditional banking for SMEs, combining payments, spend management, and analytics into a user-friendly platform. This platform enables businesses to accept payments globally in multiple currencies, manage expenses, and issue virtual cards, thereby streamlining financial operations and enhancing payment success rates. Mamo's diverse customer base includes a variety of sectors, such as B2B services, healthcare, tourism, and retail, making it a crucial partner for businesses looking to optimize their financial processes.

ElCoach

Seed Round in 2020
ElCoach is a Middle Eastern fitness application that creates personalized workout and nutrition plans based on users' current stats, fitness levels, and goals. It offers tailored programs adaptable to various environments - home, gym, or on-the-go - with progress tracking features. The app aims to help users achieve their ideal body shape sustainably.

Argineering

Seed Round in 2020
Argineering is a design-tech company based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2016. It specializes in manufacturing electronic equipment that transforms static displays and designs into interactive environments through its flagship product, RGKit. This design tool facilitates customer interaction in cultural venues such as museums, showrooms, stores, and events by enabling the creation of customized physical designs. The company also provides RGKit modules and accessories, including a rotator, light display, and control unit, which enhance the movement and versatility of the displays. Additionally, Argineering has developed the RGKit app, allowing users to control the modules and accessories conveniently. Its innovative solutions have been utilized by prominent brands and retailers to craft engaging and interactive experiences.

Speero

Seed Round in 2020
Speero operates an online marketplace for buying new and used automotive spare parts. Founded in 2017, it offers specialized support for queries, quotations, and information.

Awfar Market

Seed Round in 2020
Awfar Market is the first online platform specifically designed for supermarkets and grocery stores in the MENA region. It allows users to select their preferred supermarket chain, shop for groceries, and compare products, including nutritional information. Customers can also choose their delivery time and payment method. The delivery service is designed to be safe and hygienic, utilizing a Cloud Sourcing Delivery Application that enables delivery representatives to efficiently pick up and deliver orders directly to customers' locations while maintaining the quality and freshness of the groceries. Awfar Market aims to lead the e-commerce sector in the Middle East by creating a shopping experience that aligns with the cultural values of Arab customers and addresses their needs. The company's mission is to virtualize businesses across the Arab world.

Hala

Seed Round in 2020
Addenda LTD, established in 2018 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializes in providing blockchain-based distributed ledger technology (DLT) services to the insurance industry. The company streamlines insurance processes, enables real-time task reporting, and securely records claim and policy data onto the blockchain for enhanced transparency and security. Additionally, Addenda offers data input validation and analysis services. In 2020, Addenda launched Hala Insurance, an insurtech startup aiming to provide affordable, quick, and online car and home insurance to the 500 million people living in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, thereby disrupting the traditional insurance industry.

Garaji

Seed Round in 2020
Garaji is an online auto marketplace founded in 2018 in Dubai that connects car owners with workshops for routine maintenance and repairs. The platform allows users to select the necessary service or repair, choose a quality garage, and specify the location, date, and time for vehicle pickup. A Garaji valet or tow truck collects the car, transports it to the workshop, and returns it to the owner once the work is completed. The company offers independent service advice and provides a $1 million insurance policy while the vehicle is in its possession, along with a six-month warranty on services performed by its partner workshops. Garaji's platform also enables users to access information about garages, check ratings and availability, and compare real-time prices to choose suitable service centers for their vehicles.

SmartCrowd

Seed Round in 2020
SmartCrowd is a real estate investment platform based in the UAE that simplifies access to the local real estate market through a user-friendly online portal. The company allows investors to purchase fractional shares in properties, enabling them to build diversified portfolios with lower minimum investments and reduced risks compared to traditional property ownership. This approach eliminates the need for extensive research and management of vacant properties, saving time and costs. SmartCrowd is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).

Homzmart

Seed Round in 2020
Homzmart Ltd. is an e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in selling home furniture, décor, lighting, and various home supplies. Founded in 2019, the company facilitates connections between homeowners and home professionals, allowing users to browse an extensive selection of products while accessing reviews, expert advice, and articles on home improvement. Homzmart aims to create a community-driven environment that enhances the shopping experience for home-related needs, offering a diverse range of quality products at competitive prices. Through its platform, the company seeks to simplify the process of home furnishing and improvement for its customers.

VOO

Seed Round in 2020
- VOO ( www.getvoo.com ) is an End-to-end courier management platform empowering e-commerce businesses in the MENA region - One API Integration connects businesses to a large network of national and international shipping providers from a single dashboard

liwwa

Series A in 2019
liwwa, Inc. is a peer lending platform based in Amman, Jordan, established in 2013. The company connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking capital with individual and institutional investors looking to diversify their investment portfolios. Through its platform, liwwa enables borrowers to apply for small business loans, facilitating access to necessary funds while allowing investors to earn regular monthly returns. The company conducts in-house evaluations of borrowers' creditworthiness and employs a lease-to-own model that provides interest-free returns for investors. By focusing on the MENA region, liwwa aims to enhance capital access for small businesses and create investment opportunities for individuals and institutions.

Telgani

Seed Round in 2019
Telgani is a car rental company founded in 2018 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It offers an online portal and mobile application that allows customers to easily and quickly rent their preferred vehicles at competitive prices. The platform enables users to select their desired car and travel location while providing options to compare and book from nearby rental providers. This streamlined approach facilitates a convenient car rental experience for users.

DentaCarts

Seed Round in 2019
DentaCarts is an online dental marketplace founded in 2017 and based in Nasr City, Egypt. The company connects dentists with a wide range of vendors across Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Germany, offering over 30,000 products in categories such as restorative, endodontics, prosthetics, implant, orthodontics, and dental lab services. DentaCarts aims to modernize the dental supply chain through its digital platform, which facilitates the ordering process and automates inventory management using cloud and IoT technologies. With a network of over 150 agents and product suppliers, the company has served more than 3,000 dental businesses in its first four years. DentaCarts seeks to lead the dental supply commerce in the Middle East and Africa by leveraging innovative e-commerce solutions to improve efficiency and accessibility for dental professionals.

Lean Technologies

Seed Round in 2019
Lean Technologies Limited is a FinTech startup founded in 2019 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The company specializes in developing an application programming interface (API) platform that facilitates access to consumer financial data. Its API suite addresses the complexities of fragmented financial infrastructure, allowing businesses to easily access their customers' financial information and execute instant bank transfers. Lean Technologies aims to improve the accessibility, transparency, and functionality of financial data and payment systems, contributing to a more inclusive and interconnected financial ecosystem for both consumers and businesses.

Homzmart

Seed Round in 2019
Homzmart Ltd. is an e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, that specializes in selling home furniture, décor, lighting, and various home supplies. Founded in 2019, the company facilitates connections between homeowners and home professionals, allowing users to browse an extensive selection of products while accessing reviews, expert advice, and articles on home improvement. Homzmart aims to create a community-driven environment that enhances the shopping experience for home-related needs, offering a diverse range of quality products at competitive prices. Through its platform, the company seeks to simplify the process of home furnishing and improvement for its customers.

Workhint

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, Workhint is a SaaS platform that connects businesses with independent consultants on demand. It offers features such as video calls, time tracking, invoicing tools, and messaging for efficient collaboration between organizations and experts.

Ordera

Seed Round in 2019
Ordera is a mobile application based in Cairo, Egypt, that enhances the takeaway experience in the food and beverage industry. Founded in 2017, the app allows users to order and pay for their coffee and breakfast in advance, enabling quick pick-up either from the store or directly from their cars, similar to a virtual drive-thru. This streamlined process significantly reduces waiting times, allowing customers to complete their transactions in under 30 seconds. Additionally, Ordera features a built-in loyalty program, rewarding users with free items from their preferred venues as they engage with the app. The platform also benefits venue owners by increasing sales, providing insights into customer behavior, and fostering customer loyalty.

El-Mawkaa

Seed Round in 2019
El-Mawkaa LLC is a Giza, Egypt-based company that operates a mobile application designed to streamline the procurement process for construction companies by connecting them with suppliers of building materials. The platform offers a wide range of products, including ready-mix concrete, cement, steel, and bricks, allowing users to obtain competitive quotations from various suppliers. Additionally, El-Mawkaa provides features such as online bidding, delivery services, and real-time updates on material prices, facilitating convenient access to essential resources for stakeholders in the construction industry. Through its intelligent marketplace, El-Mawkaa aims to enhance efficiency and transparency in the procurement of construction materials.

Trteeb

Seed Round in 2019
Trteeb is an online platform based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that specializes in customized tailor clothing for traditional Arab thobes. Founded in 2017, the company serves as a marketplace connecting users with skilled tailors, allowing customers to make appointments and choose their preferred tailors for garment stitching. By facilitating these connections, Trteeb enhances market performance and provides a streamlined experience for both users and tailors, ensuring that traditional clothing needs are met with quality and convenience.

Shiftling

Seed Round in 2019
Shiftling Holding, established in 2018 with headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, operates as a staffing and recruiting company. It offers customizable staffing solutions through its proprietary software platform, connecting clients with vetted freelancers on demand. This enables businesses to efficiently manage fluctuating staff requirements, reducing full-time hiring costs and streamlining the interview process digitally.

Sabbar

Seed Round in 2019
Sabbar Ltd., headquartered in Saudi Arabia, operates an on-demand staffing platform focused on blue-collar jobs within the retail, hospitality, and entertainment sectors across MENA. The company's core business is connecting businesses with highly qualified, vetted professionals for casual staff hiring during peak hours or high seasons. Sabbar streamlines the recruitment process by handling interviews, training, placement, shift scheduling, worker payments, and other administrative tasks, thereby reducing associated costs for its clients.

Vetwork

Seed Round in 2019
Vetwork is an online marketplace focused on providing high-quality and convenient pet care services at home, primarily targeting pet owners in the MENA region. The platform streamlines access to a variety of pet care services, including grooming, deworming, vaccinations, and medical treatments, by connecting users with vetted service providers. Vetwork aims to enhance the accessibility and timeliness of pet care, allowing pet owners to easily book reliable and affordable services through its application. By filtering and selecting the best providers and products, Vetwork ensures a smooth and efficient experience for pet owners seeking comprehensive care for their pets.

StyleNow

Seed Round in 2019
StyleNow is an Egyptian-based beauty services company established in 2018. It operates a mobile application that facilitates on-demand reservations for various beauty treatments such as hair care, nail art, makeup, and waxing. The platform connects clients with professional beauticians, offering personalized services directly to users' locations.

TechieMatter

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, TechieMatter is a recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects employers with vetted tech talents through its proprietary system and network of verifiers.

Nawah Scientific

Grant in 2019
Founded in 2015, Nawah Scientific is a Cairo-based company that provides advanced scientific research services and equipment to universities and corporations worldwide. Through its online platform, it offers analytical services such as chromatographic analysis, bioassays, spectrophotometric analysis, and more. Additionally, it provides access to scientific equipment like dissolution testers and laboratories for booking. The company also offers training courses in areas like HPLC and nano drug delivery systems.

Invygo

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Invygo is MENA's leading car subscription service, offering consumers accessible mobility options via an all-inclusive monthly subscription through its mobile app. It provides dealers with a new revenue-generating business model that reduces depreciation and operational costs.

Tripdizer

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2017, Tripdizer is an online travel services provider based in Cairo, Egypt. Its platform enables users to plan and book customized trips, including flights, accommodations, and activities, tailored to their budget and preferences.

Headout

Series A in 2019
Headout Inc. operates a mobile marketplace for last-minute tours, activities, and experiences. Its Headout app allows users to book tickets for food tours, walking tours, cruises, theaters, and various local events across the United States, with availability on iOS and Android devices.

Gathern

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2016, Gathern is a Saudi Arabian-based company operating a platform that facilitates bookings of chalets and villas for travelers. It connects guests with various vacation rentals and enables hosts to monetize their properties hassle-free.

Lendo

Seed Round in 2019
Lendo is an alternative lending marketplace that helps digitally finance small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Saudi Arabia. Lendo was granted the first Crowdlending (debt financing) licensed in Saudi Arabia, and received the Excellence in Finance Leaders Award from FiNext Awards. Lendo’s products and solutions make everyday business activities easier, more secure, and more efficient for both investors and borrowers alike.

Floward

Seed Round in 2019
Floward is an online flower and gifts eCommerce platform that offers a diverse selection of products, including flowers, cakes, balloons, and chocolate boxes, tailored for various occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and weddings. The company provides same-day delivery services sourced from both local and international brands, ensuring timely service for its customers. Floward has experienced aggressive expansion, currently operating in 36 cities across nine countries in the MENA region and the United Kingdom. In December 2020, it marked its first venture outside the Middle East by launching its platform in London, further broadening its reach and enhancing its service offerings.

Greenish

Seed Round in 2019
Greenish is a retail platform based in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, specializing in the delivery of organic food products. The company focuses on providing a wide variety of healthy and organic choices, allowing customers to conveniently order these products online. By offering competitive prices and multiple payment solutions, Greenish aims to make organic food more accessible to consumers, supporting their efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

TechieMatter

Pre Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, TechieMatter is a recruitment platform based in Cairo, Egypt. It connects employers with vetted tech talents through its proprietary system and network of verifiers.

BulkWhiz

Series A in 2019
Bulkwhiz is the first hassle-free online bulk grocery shopping in the UAE, powered by the next generation artificial intelligence. It is the first local startup in its sector to develop its own proprietary AI-enabled technology that offers a personalized, simple online shopping experience for households and small businesses. Through its homegrown tech solution, Bulkwhiz delivers value and is designed to save time, money and effort for the busy working moms and dads, city dwellers and small businesses. Its one-click order offers door-to-door delivery service of branded bulk, shelf stable, household staples and office products. Carefully curating leading regional and international brands, Bulkwhiz allows shoppers to create a one-time smart and flexible shopping list that makes the arduous shopping of bulk products simple and easy.

Moodfit

Seed Round in 2019
Moodfit is an online interior design platform based in the MENA region that specializes in providing convenient home furnishing and decoration services. The company connects customers with professional interior designers to create tailored design solutions that align with individual styles and budgets. Moodfit offers a comprehensive service that includes a turnkey design, a curated list of furniture options with pricing, and the ability to purchase and have items delivered directly to the customer's home. This approach simplifies the interior design process, making it accessible and budget-friendly for users seeking to enhance their living spaces.

MaxAB

Seed Round in 2019
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.

Dabchy

Seed Round in 2019
Dabchy SARL, established in 2016 by Ameni Mansouri, Ghazi Ketata, and Osama Mahjoub, operates an online peer-to-peer fashion marketplace based in Tunis, Tunisia. The platform facilitates the buying, selling, exchanging, and reviewing of new and used clothing items, shoes, jewelry, accessories, bags, and beauty products. It combines elements of a social network and forum, allowing users to interact through likes, comments, and fashion tips.

Souqalmal

Seed Round in 2019
Souqalmal.com LLC FZ operates a leading financial comparison website in the Middle East, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with the tools to search and compare various financial products. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Dubai, the platform offers detailed information on credit cards, personal loans, car loans, bank accounts, mortgages, and various insurance options, including car, home, travel, and SME insurance. Users can obtain real-time quotes for insurance in under 60 seconds and have their policies issued within an hour. Souqalmal.com has also expanded its services to include mobile phone and broadband plans, as well as educational options like schools and nurseries. The company has received multiple awards for its innovative approach and has grown its insurance business significantly. With backing from notable investors and a proven track record, Souqalmal.com continues to empower consumers to make informed financial decisions.

NowPay

Pre Seed Round in 2019
NowPay is a fintech company that develops and operates a platform to improve the financial wellness of corporate employees. The platform enables salary access and early wage payments, allowing employees to receive a portion of their earned wages at any time during the month, with repayment over multiple months via a mobile app. It also includes personal finance management tools for budgeting, saving, spending and borrowing, and provides salary balances and the maximum eligible loan amount. The company partners with employers to deliver these services, aiming to enhance employee happiness, productivity and loyalty. NowPay is based in Cairo, Egypt.
Spot something off? Help us improve by flagging any incorrect or outdated information. Just email us at support@teaserclub.com. Your feedback is most welcome.