Raed Ventures is a Riyadh-based venture capital firm established in 2015, specializing in seed and early-stage investments in startups across Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. The firm focuses on various sectors, including media, retail, software, commercial services, and healthcare. Raed Ventures aims to support entrepreneurial teams that are transforming market landscapes by providing them access to the Saudi and GCC markets. The firm fosters collaboration with its sister companies to enhance startups' operational capabilities, leveraging its extensive market knowledge and network to aid in the execution of their business plans.
BloomPath is an AI-powered career and productivity coach designed to empower employees and align their growth with business success. Think of it as "the Apple Watch for work performance" due to its seamless integration into daily workflows and ability to turn achievements into actionable insights. Our product captures employee achievements from tools like GitHub, JIRA, Slack, Notion, email, and calendar apps, and translates this data into three core areas: - Planning: Helps employees set and track goals by leveraging past achievements and aligning them with company objectives. - Reflections: Provides insights on past performance, allowing employees to reflect, understand progress, and make informed decisions. - Growth: Aligns personal objectives with business goals, fostering career development while enhancing company success.
Rabbit mart
Seed Round in 2025
At Rabbit, we plan to change how the world shops. Retail has witnessed one revolution before with the introduction of E-Commerce that changed how customers order stuff and the second revolution is here! We are proud to be among the pioneers, a handful of global entrepreneurs that are leading and shaping the retail's second revolution We are funded by amazing VCs that are helping us build the next big thing You feel it is vague? that's intended as we are still building in stealth. but trust us, it is COOL!
SILQ
Funding Round in 2025
SILQ is a platform dedicated to bridging economies and empowering businesses to trade, grow, and navigate new frontiers. By enabling seamless commerce, logistics, and finance, SILQ unlocks opportunities in emerging economies, fueling ambitions and redefining global trade. The name SILQ is a modern tribute to the legendary Silk Road—reimagined for the digital age. The distinctive “Q” comes from Souq, the Arabic word for marketplace, symbolizing our commitment to fast, accessible, authentic, and reliable commerce. SILQ aspires to transform local products and manufacturers into global brands by connecting them with entrepreneurs in emerging markets across the Gulf, South Asia, and beyond.
ClearGrid
Seed Round in 2025
ClearGrid is a technology company that develops AI-powered software to modernize debt collection practices. Its platform facilitates personalized, empathetic engagement with borrowers, providing real-time analytics to help them manage repayments effectively. This approach also benefits lenders by improving recovery rates, all while collaborating with existing vendors in the industry.
ClearGrid
Pre Seed Round in 2025
ClearGrid is a technology company that develops AI-powered software to modernize debt collection practices. Its platform facilitates personalized, empathetic engagement with borrowers, providing real-time analytics to help them manage repayments effectively. This approach also benefits lenders by improving recovery rates, all while collaborating with existing vendors in the industry.
Grinta
Seed Round in 2025
Grinta is a pharmaceutical supply chain company focused on modernizing the distribution of medical products across Africa. It operates a managed marketplace that integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning to empower independent pharmacies and enhance their operational efficiency. By collaborating with various stakeholders, including manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers, Grinta aims to create a data-driven and reliable supply chain. This platform provides pharmacies with a user-friendly experience, allowing them to access a comprehensive range of traceable and trackable pharmaceutical and medical products from multiple vendors. Through its innovative approach, Grinta seeks to improve the overall effectiveness of the pharmaceutical value chain.
Aya
Seed Round in 2025
Aya is a modest fashion e-commerce platform that strives to unite the fragmented modest fashion industry into a single discovery platform.
Taager
Series B in 2025
Taager is a social e-commerce platform that supports online merchants by providing end-to-end logistics and financing solutions. The platform leverages technology, artificial intelligence, and data science to help small and medium-sized online sellers launch and grow their businesses effectively. By focusing on high-margin products, Taager empowers entrepreneurs to concentrate on their core activities while enhancing their operational efficiency. This comprehensive approach enables business owners to expand their reach and maximize their growth potential in the competitive e-commerce landscape.
Rize
Series A in 2025
Rize is a PropTech platform transforming rental payments for both residential and commercial properties. With its “Rent Now, Pay Later” service, Rize allows tenants to split their annual rent into manageable installments, which benefits both renters, who can better manage their rental budgets, and landlords, who can reach a larger consumer base and receive their yearly rental payment in advance. By enhancing affordability and flexibility, Rize inherently boosts occupancy rates across the rental market.
Halo AI
Seed Round in 2025
Halo AI provides autonomous influencer marketing solutions.
Wafeq
Series A in 2024
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
Simplified Financial Solutions Company
Seed Round in 2024
Simplified Financial Solutions Company offers startups and SMEs financial management solutions including the ability to issue virtual and physical corporate cards, manage spending and automate expense reporting.
Buildnow
Seed Round in 2024
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Buildnow
Debt Financing in 2024
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Zeal
Seed Round in 2024
Zeal operates a digital loyalty platform designed to enhance customer engagement for brands through a streamlined rewards program. The application consolidates traditional paper loyalty cards, allowing users to collect rewards from various independent retailers in Egypt and the UK. Customers can discover nearby merchants participating in the program and earn rewards with each qualifying purchase. The platform not only helps merchants retain customers but also facilitates cross-selling between different businesses, while providing valuable data analytics. By enabling personalized reward offerings and simplifying payment processes, Zeal supports both consumers and partner businesses in fostering loyalty and driving sales.
Slurrp Farm
Series C in 2024
Slurrp Farm is a food brand established in 2016 by Meghana Narayan and Shauravi Malik, focused on providing millet-based packaged food products for children. The founders identified a significant demand among parents for high-quality, nutritious food options after searching for healthy alternatives for their own children. Slurrp Farm aims to bridge this gap by offering a variety of products, including snacks, breakfast items, cereals, and natural sweeteners, all made from nutrient-rich ingredients such as ragi, jowar, bajra, foxtail millet, and amaranth. The brand's mission is to encourage healthier eating habits in children while ensuring that the products remain tasty and enjoyable.
Noon Academy
Series B in 2023
Noon Academy operates an online learning platform that focuses on enhancing educational experiences for students in the Middle East. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India, the platform has successfully taught 12 million students. It offers a blend of free educational content and tutoring services, allowing students to study collaboratively in groups, compete with peers, and request on-demand tutoring. The platform is designed to prepare students for various examinations, including general aptitude and achievement tests. Additionally, Noon Academy supports teachers by enabling them to build followings and earn income based on their performance and student feedback. By integrating elements of peer-to-peer learning and advanced technology, Noon Academy aims to provide equitable access to high-quality education for every student.
qlub
Seed Round in 2023
Qlub offers a fast and secure payment solution designed specifically for the restaurant industry. Its platform enables restaurant, pub, and cafe owners to display their menus and accept payments in seconds. Customers can pay their bills quickly by scanning a QR code, allowing for a seamless transaction that takes about 10 seconds, all without the need to install an app or register. This efficiency enhances the dining experience for customers while improving workflow for staff, ultimately creating a more enjoyable atmosphere for all.
palm.hr
Seed Round in 2023
palm.hr is a revolutionary customer-focused company. They maintain sane working hours while still conducting business. They believe that great software should be available and affordable to everyone, not just large corporations and enterprises. They aim to solve administration and enable HR efficiency by providing frameworks, tools, and technology.
Wafeq
Seed Round in 2023
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
Grinta
Seed Round in 2022
Grinta is a pharmaceutical supply chain company focused on modernizing the distribution of medical products across Africa. It operates a managed marketplace that integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning to empower independent pharmacies and enhance their operational efficiency. By collaborating with various stakeholders, including manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers, Grinta aims to create a data-driven and reliable supply chain. This platform provides pharmacies with a user-friendly experience, allowing them to access a comprehensive range of traceable and trackable pharmaceutical and medical products from multiple vendors. Through its innovative approach, Grinta seeks to improve the overall effectiveness of the pharmaceutical value chain.
Sylndr
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sylndr is an automotive e-commerce marketplace that focuses on enhancing the used-car market by providing a reliable and transparent platform for buying and selling vehicles. The company aims to establish trust among customers, positioning itself as the preferred choice for individuals looking to engage in transactions involving high-quality used cars. Sylndr offers a diverse selection of vehicles along with various financing options, making it easier for customers to navigate the purchasing process. Through its innovative approach, Sylndr seeks to simplify the experience of buying and selling used cars, ultimately fostering greater confidence in the market.
Buildnow
Pre Seed Round in 2022
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Quant Data & Analytics
Series A in 2022
Quant Data & Analytics is a consultancy based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in data science services. Founded in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including data analytics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data quality management. Its services encompass data visualization, predictive analytics, and analytics training, aimed at helping businesses and governments leverage data effectively. Additionally, Quant develops a data analytics platform that integrates project management, data aggregation, and metadata management, enabling clients to address operational and strategic challenges. Through its offerings, Quant Data & Analytics strives to empower organizations to optimize operations and enhance decision-making capabilities.
Mozn
Series A in 2022
Mozn is a leading provider of customized artificial intelligence solutions in the region, specializing in the development of Arabic natural language processing (NLP) data products on a global scale. The company has created an enterprise AI platform that enables businesses to develop advanced AI applications aimed at enhancing decision-making processes. This platform utilizes advanced text intelligence and AI algorithms to assist financial institutions in screening and monitoring customers, thereby offering essential tools to protect against anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud risks. Through its innovative offerings, Mozn empowers enterprises to safeguard their operations while leveraging AI technology for improved efficiency and security.
qlub
Seed Round in 2022
Qlub offers a fast and secure payment solution designed specifically for the restaurant industry. Its platform enables restaurant, pub, and cafe owners to display their menus and accept payments in seconds. Customers can pay their bills quickly by scanning a QR code, allowing for a seamless transaction that takes about 10 seconds, all without the need to install an app or register. This efficiency enhances the dining experience for customers while improving workflow for staff, ultimately creating a more enjoyable atmosphere for all.
Lean Technologies
Series A in 2022
Lean Technologies Limited, founded in 2019 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a FinTech startup that specializes in providing an application programming interface (API) platform for financial data applications. The company's API suite simplifies access to consumer financial data, allowing businesses to navigate the complexities of financial infrastructure with ease. By enabling seamless access to customers' financial information and facilitating instant bank transfers, Lean Technologies aims to enhance the accessibility, transparency, and utility of financial data and payments. This approach fosters a more inclusive and interconnected financial landscape, ultimately benefiting both consumers and businesses.
DAWUL
Seed Round in 2022
Dawul is an online community-based social trading platform that facilitates the sharing of financial portfolio information among investors. It is designed to assist beginner investors by providing automated tools for executing trades and following the investment strategies of professional traders. The platform enables users to access and analyze data related to various investment funds, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions about their own portfolios. By fostering a collaborative investment environment, Dawul aims to empower users to improve their trading strategies and overall financial literacy.
Hala
Venture Round in 2022
Hala is a developer of a digital mobile payment platform designed to facilitate secure and convenient payment transactions for both individuals and businesses. The company provides a comprehensive payment infrastructure that includes point-of-sale solutions, digital wallets, and bank cards, enabling merchants to accept credit card payments seamlessly. Hala's platform equips clients with essential digital tools to manage their payment processes effectively, control cash flow, and analyze sales data, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
SimpliFi
Venture Round in 2021
SimpliFi is a company focused on democratizing payments through its Cards as a Service (CaaS) platform, primarily serving clients in the MENA region and Pakistan. The platform streamlines the entire card issuance process, including partner management with banks, payment schemes, processors, and identity verification, along with fulfillment and delivery. By providing a comprehensive technology stack, SimpliFi facilitates card operations and compliance functions, allowing clients to concentrate on their core business activities. This approach positions SimpliFi as a key player in enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the payments landscape.
Sary
Series C in 2021
Sary is a digital business-to-business marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small and medium-sized enterprises with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Founded in 2018 by Mohammed Aldossary and Khaled AlSiari, Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, allowing businesses to efficiently procure inventory. Its mobile and web application offers a range of FMCG products, including beverages, oils, and snacks, facilitating orders from small quantities to truckloads with rapid delivery options, often within 24 hours. Sary serves a diverse clientele, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, and has expanded its operations to 12 major cities, catering to over 40,000 customers and partnering with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. The platform provides users with immediate price quotations and product comparisons, enabling them to manage their expenses effectively as their businesses grow.
Opontia
Series A in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Lamaa
Seed Round in 2021
Lamaa is a financial technology company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that focuses on providing solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The company specializes in invoice financing services and offers software and online tools designed to manage banking and tax processes. By facilitating supply chain finance without the need for promissory notes, Lamaa enhances the financial inclusion of SMEs, allowing them to optimize working capital management for suppliers. This approach supports corporations in maximizing their treasury returns while streamlining their financial operations.
Rabbit mart
Pre Seed Round in 2021
At Rabbit, we plan to change how the world shops. Retail has witnessed one revolution before with the introduction of E-Commerce that changed how customers order stuff and the second revolution is here! We are proud to be among the pioneers, a handful of global entrepreneurs that are leading and shaping the retail's second revolution We are funded by amazing VCs that are helping us build the next big thing You feel it is vague? that's intended as we are still building in stealth. but trust us, it is COOL!
Untap
Seed Round in 2021
Untap is a submission management system that assists organizations in planning, launching, and managing online prize-based competitions and calls for applications. Its platform simplifies the entire submission process, facilitating the engagement of applicants and judges, evaluating entries, and generating detailed analyses. Untap's software includes features such as a landing page builder, form builder, and extensive application and evaluation workflows with semi-automated screening. This all-in-one innovation and talent discovery platform caters to companies, grant providers, universities, and accelerators, enabling them to effectively discover talent and innovative ideas through open innovation challenges, creative contests, hackathons, grants, and other initiatives.
Zarya App
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Zarya operates an online reselling platform that allows small sellers to source a diverse range of products, including apparel for women and children, electronics, and home goods. The platform provides a catalog of quality products, enabling sellers to offer these items within their networks. In addition to facilitating product access, Zarya encourages users to connect and share product recommendations, ensuring that shoppers can find a wide variety of quality products at affordable prices.
palm.hr
Seed Round in 2021
palm.hr is a revolutionary customer-focused company. They maintain sane working hours while still conducting business. They believe that great software should be available and affordable to everyone, not just large corporations and enterprises. They aim to solve administration and enable HR efficiency by providing frameworks, tools, and technology.
Tabby
Series B in 2021
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.
SimpliFi
Seed Round in 2021
SimpliFi is a company focused on democratizing payments through its Cards as a Service (CaaS) platform, primarily serving clients in the MENA region and Pakistan. The platform streamlines the entire card issuance process, including partner management with banks, payment schemes, processors, and identity verification, along with fulfillment and delivery. By providing a comprehensive technology stack, SimpliFi facilitates card operations and compliance functions, allowing clients to concentrate on their core business activities. This approach positions SimpliFi as a key player in enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the payments landscape.
Taager
Seed Round in 2021
Taager is a social e-commerce platform that supports online merchants by providing end-to-end logistics and financing solutions. The platform leverages technology, artificial intelligence, and data science to help small and medium-sized online sellers launch and grow their businesses effectively. By focusing on high-margin products, Taager empowers entrepreneurs to concentrate on their core activities while enhancing their operational efficiency. This comprehensive approach enables business owners to expand their reach and maximize their growth potential in the competitive e-commerce landscape.
Trella
Venture Round in 2021
Trella, established in 2018 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, operates an online platform facilitating shipping and transportation services. It connects shippers with carriers, offering technology-driven solutions to enhance drivers' efficiency, boost earnings, and create job opportunities. Trella aims to reduce costs for shippers by improving load utilization, introduce transparent pricing structures, and provide real-time shipment tracking along with performance insights.
Tweeq
Seed Round in 2021
Tweeq is a financial technology company that specializes in providing tailored payment and banking solutions. It operates a financial management platform aimed at personal finance, offering features such as spending tracking, instant money transfers, and enriched transaction data. This platform enables users to effectively manage their finances, gain insights into their spending habits, and work towards achieving their financial goals.
Opontia
Seed Round in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Opontia
Debt Financing in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Sary
Series B in 2021
Sary is a digital business-to-business marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small and medium-sized enterprises with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Founded in 2018 by Mohammed Aldossary and Khaled AlSiari, Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, allowing businesses to efficiently procure inventory. Its mobile and web application offers a range of FMCG products, including beverages, oils, and snacks, facilitating orders from small quantities to truckloads with rapid delivery options, often within 24 hours. Sary serves a diverse clientele, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, and has expanded its operations to 12 major cities, catering to over 40,000 customers and partnering with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. The platform provides users with immediate price quotations and product comparisons, enabling them to manage their expenses effectively as their businesses grow.
Wafeq
Seed Round in 2021
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
Tabby
Series A in 2020
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.
Salla
Series A in 2020
Salla is a Saudi-based e-commerce platform that empowers users to establish their own online stores in Arabic, facilitating the sale of products and services directly to customers. The platform allows users to create branded stores with personalized domain names and design options. Store owners can effectively manage their inventory through Salla’s website or mobile application. Additionally, Salla offers a variety of features, including marketing tools, automated invoicing, and performance reports, which aid merchants in enhancing their sales and customer engagement. Users benefit from capabilities such as customer database management, the ability to block customers, and options for promotions and discounts, all without incurring fees or commissions.
Lean Technologies
Seed Round in 2020
Lean Technologies Limited, founded in 2019 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a FinTech startup that specializes in providing an application programming interface (API) platform for financial data applications. The company's API suite simplifies access to consumer financial data, allowing businesses to navigate the complexities of financial infrastructure with ease. By enabling seamless access to customers' financial information and facilitating instant bank transfers, Lean Technologies aims to enhance the accessibility, transparency, and utility of financial data and payments. This approach fosters a more inclusive and interconnected financial landscape, ultimately benefiting both consumers and businesses.
Tabby
Seed Round in 2020
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.
Sary
Series A in 2020
Sary is a digital business-to-business marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small and medium-sized enterprises with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Founded in 2018 by Mohammed Aldossary and Khaled AlSiari, Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, allowing businesses to efficiently procure inventory. Its mobile and web application offers a range of FMCG products, including beverages, oils, and snacks, facilitating orders from small quantities to truckloads with rapid delivery options, often within 24 hours. Sary serves a diverse clientele, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, and has expanded its operations to 12 major cities, catering to over 40,000 customers and partnering with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. The platform provides users with immediate price quotations and product comparisons, enabling them to manage their expenses effectively as their businesses grow.
Dhad
Venture Round in 2019
Dhad is a publishing company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in the production and distribution of audiobooks in standard Arabic for both adults and children. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of fiction and non-fiction titles accessible through its mobile app and website, making it convenient for users to listen to content on various devices. Dhad's platform also includes translations of books from different languages into Arabic, covering categories such as literature, poetry, science, and Islamic fiction. By providing an extensive selection of audiobooks, Dhad aims to enhance the accessibility of literature for Arabic-speaking audiences.
Noon Academy
Series A in 2019
Noon Academy operates an online learning platform that focuses on enhancing educational experiences for students in the Middle East. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India, the platform has successfully taught 12 million students. It offers a blend of free educational content and tutoring services, allowing students to study collaboratively in groups, compete with peers, and request on-demand tutoring. The platform is designed to prepare students for various examinations, including general aptitude and achievement tests. Additionally, Noon Academy supports teachers by enabling them to build followings and earn income based on their performance and student feedback. By integrating elements of peer-to-peer learning and advanced technology, Noon Academy aims to provide equitable access to high-quality education for every student.
Foodics
Series A in 2019
Foodics is a technology company based in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a cloud-based restaurant management system designed for iPads, catering to the needs of restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains across the Middle East. The platform offers comprehensive solutions including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, loyalty programs, e-commerce integration, and real-time operational oversight through a user-friendly dashboard. Foodics aims to enhance revenue generation and customer relationships for its clients by providing high-tech, easy-to-use tools that streamline restaurant operations.
MRSOOL
Series A in 2019
MRSOOL is an on-demand delivery platform based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2015. The company enables users to order products from any store within its operational cities, facilitating the transportation of goods directly to consumers' doorsteps. MRSOOL has experienced significant growth, processing over 1 billion Riyals and serving more than 10 million users by early 2019. It pioneered a unique customer-to-customer network in the region, allowing users to describe their delivery needs through a chat-based interface. This innovative model empowers couriers to bid for delivery jobs, creating a scalable and self-regulating system that enhances user experience and operational efficiency.
Golden Scent
Series B in 2019
Golden Scent is an e-commerce platform based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, specializing in branded perfumes, cosmetics, skincare, and hair products. Founded in 2014, the platform serves as an online beauty destination where customers can access a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. Notably, Golden Scent features an application that allows users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience and ensuring customer satisfaction. The company focuses on providing genuine beauty products, making it a reliable choice for consumers seeking quality in their beauty purchases.
Swvl
Series B in 2018
Swvl is a technology-driven mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-route bus trips, providing users with a cost-effective alternative to traditional public transportation and ride-sharing services. Founded in 2017, Swvl operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, and has its headquarters in Dubai. The company's core product is the B2C Swvl Retail offering, which allows commuters to book rides on minibuses and other vehicles running on fixed or semi-fixed routes within cities through a mobile application. This service enables users to share rides during peak commute times for a flat fare with no surge pricing, promoting environmentally responsible mass transit solutions.
Unifonic
Series A in 2018
Unifonic Inc. is a cloud-based communication solutions provider founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing an omnichannel customer engagement platform that facilitates seamless interactions between organizations and their customers. Unifonic offers a suite of services including SMS, voice, phone number verification, and real-time roaming detection, enabling businesses to optimize their communication strategies without the burden of maintaining expensive infrastructure. The company serves a diverse clientele in the MENA region, including notable names such as Haier, Aramex, Easy Taxi, Careem, Medgulf, and Arabia Insurance. By delivering an affordable and multilingual communication solution, Unifonic empowers organizations to enhance customer experiences and streamline engagements across various touchpoints.
TruKKer
Seed Round in 2018
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2016. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by integrating demand and supply for land freight services. TruKKer's platform connects shippers and carriers in real time, ensuring maximum utilization of available trucks and reducing overall transportation costs. The company's network, powered by real-time data analytics, enhances reliability and transparency while creating opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement. By offering end-to-end coverage and a comprehensive service portfolio, TruKKer facilitates cross-border transportation services for various end markets, benefiting both shippers and transporters alike.
Aqarmap
Series A in 2018
Aqarmap is a real estate marketplace based in Al Qahirah, Egypt, established in 2011. The company offers an online platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and searching of residential properties, including apartments and houses. Aqarmap provides essential services such as property valuation, price guides, and listings, which help clients make informed financial decisions regarding real estate transactions. Its user-friendly platform aims to simplify the real estate management process for both buyers and sellers.
Crowd Analyzer
Seed Round in 2018
The 1st media and digital crowd monitoring, analytics and activation by which brands and agencies can understand people's opinions on social, analyze their content, ask them questions, and incentive them to do digital actions.
Salla
Seed Round in 2018
Salla is a Saudi-based e-commerce platform that empowers users to establish their own online stores in Arabic, facilitating the sale of products and services directly to customers. The platform allows users to create branded stores with personalized domain names and design options. Store owners can effectively manage their inventory through Salla’s website or mobile application. Additionally, Salla offers a variety of features, including marketing tools, automated invoicing, and performance reports, which aid merchants in enhancing their sales and customer engagement. Users benefit from capabilities such as customer database management, the ability to block customers, and options for promotions and discounts, all without incurring fees or commissions.
Swvl
Series A in 2018
Swvl is a technology-driven mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-route bus trips, providing users with a cost-effective alternative to traditional public transportation and ride-sharing services. Founded in 2017, Swvl operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, and has its headquarters in Dubai. The company's core product is the B2C Swvl Retail offering, which allows commuters to book rides on minibuses and other vehicles running on fixed or semi-fixed routes within cities through a mobile application. This service enables users to share rides during peak commute times for a flat fare with no surge pricing, promoting environmentally responsible mass transit solutions.
Syarah
Series A in 2018
Syarah Ltd. operates an online marketplace for buying and selling both new and used cars, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the vehicle purchasing process for individuals and businesses by providing a user-friendly platform where customers can easily browse various car listings, access daily updates on prices and specifications, and directly contact sellers without intermediaries. In addition to facilitating car sales, Syarah offers financing solutions, allowing customers to purchase vehicles in installments through partnerships with banks and financing companies in the region. The company's commitment is to deliver quality services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
Tamatem
Series A in 2018
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 specializes in developing and localizing mobile games for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company collaborates with international studios to adapt games, ensuring they resonate culturally and linguistically with the Arabic audience. Tamatem's portfolio includes various genres, such as racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia games. With a focus on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published 40 games that have garnered over 50 million downloads. The company is recognized for its expertise in making games relevant to the regional market, enhancing their potential for success.
525K Global Solutions
Funding Round in 2018
525K Global Solutions Inc. is a technology company dedicated to enhancing the efficiency of product delivery for sellers and e-commerce platforms. The company develops a logistics management platform that offers real-time insights and user-friendly tools, enabling intelligent booking and inventory management across multiple locations. By integrating with retail and web engines, 525K facilitates the rapid delivery of products, with a goal of achieving delivery times as short as one minute. The company's focus encompasses various aspects of e-commerce, including warehousing, fulfillment, last mile delivery, and global supply chain management, aiming to revolutionize the speed and effectiveness of product distribution on a global scale.
Dhad
Seed Round in 2018
Dhad is a publishing company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in the production and distribution of audiobooks in standard Arabic for both adults and children. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of fiction and non-fiction titles accessible through its mobile app and website, making it convenient for users to listen to content on various devices. Dhad's platform also includes translations of books from different languages into Arabic, covering categories such as literature, poetry, science, and Islamic fiction. By providing an extensive selection of audiobooks, Dhad aims to enhance the accessibility of literature for Arabic-speaking audiences.
Golden Scent
Series A in 2017
Golden Scent is an e-commerce platform based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, specializing in branded perfumes, cosmetics, skincare, and hair products. Founded in 2014, the platform serves as an online beauty destination where customers can access a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. Notably, Golden Scent features an application that allows users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience and ensuring customer satisfaction. The company focuses on providing genuine beauty products, making it a reliable choice for consumers seeking quality in their beauty purchases.
TruKKer
Seed Round in 2017
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, founded in 2016. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by integrating demand and supply for land freight services. TruKKer's platform connects shippers and carriers in real time, ensuring maximum utilization of available trucks and reducing overall transportation costs. The company's network, powered by real-time data analytics, enhances reliability and transparency while creating opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement. By offering end-to-end coverage and a comprehensive service portfolio, TruKKer facilitates cross-border transportation services for various end markets, benefiting both shippers and transporters alike.
Malaeb
Seed Round in 2017
Malaeb Limited, founded in 2016 and based in Seef, Bahrain, has developed the Malaeb App, a community platform designed for football players. This application enables users to join and organize matches, as well as book football fields conveniently. It allows players to create teams, challenge other users, and participate in matches while maintaining real-time booking capabilities. The app also offers users the ability to manage their profiles, showcasing their activities and reviews, thereby enhancing the overall experience of finding and reserving pitches in their vicinity.
Alwans
Series A in 2017
ALWANS is a famous Saudi company with diverse interests and capabilities. They invest in startup ideas and technological ventures, with an emphasis on e-commerce, online marketing, mobile apps, and mobile gaming. The firm's successful collaborations with technological and business leaders, as well as regional private enterprises, continue.
Foodics
Series A in 2017
Foodics is a technology company based in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a cloud-based restaurant management system designed for iPads, catering to the needs of restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains across the Middle East. The platform offers comprehensive solutions including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, loyalty programs, e-commerce integration, and real-time operational oversight through a user-friendly dashboard. Foodics aims to enhance revenue generation and customer relationships for its clients by providing high-tech, easy-to-use tools that streamline restaurant operations.
SocialDice
Seed Round in 2017
SocialDice Inc. develops and operates a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) recruitment platform that simplifies the hiring process for employers. Founded in 2013 and based in Dubai with a branch in Ramallah, the company offers a solution that allows employers to advertise job openings across multiple job sites, including LinkedIn and Monster, with just a few clicks. SocialDice's software employs artificial intelligence and semantic algorithms to analyze candidates' skills and experiences, providing insights into their qualifications and career history. This comprehensive platform enables users to manage the entire recruitment process in one place, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and collaborating with hiring teams. Additionally, it helps employers create professional job descriptions, centralize communications, and track key performance indicators to enhance their hiring strategies.
Fetchr
Series B in 2017
Fetchr is a logistics and shipment service provider that aids local merchants and global brands in establishing and expanding profitable eCommerce businesses. By leveraging proprietary technology, Fetchr addresses the challenge of delivering packages in regions lacking physical addresses, particularly in emerging markets. The company employs mobile applications and GPS technology to accurately locate users, facilitating faster and more efficient deliveries. Additionally, Fetchr utilizes predictive analytics and machine learning to optimize courier operations, streamlining both domestic and international shipments. This innovative approach enables clients to easily and quickly ship goods and products worldwide.
Melltoo
Seed Round in 2017
Melltoo is a mobile marketplace designed for the buying and selling of secondhand goods, available on both iPhones and Android devices as well as through a mobile-responsive web app. The platform facilitates transactions for a wide range of items, including electronics, fashion, home appliances, and children's products. By connecting local buyers with sellers, Melltoo promotes the trading of used items while offering a money-back guarantee on every transaction, ensuring a secure and reliable experience for users.
Crowd Analyzer
Seed Round in 2016
The 1st media and digital crowd monitoring, analytics and activation by which brands and agencies can understand people's opinions on social, analyze their content, ask them questions, and incentive them to do digital actions.
Bayzat
Series A in 2016
Bayzat LLC operates an online platform in the United Arab Emirates that allows users to compare and purchase health insurance policies. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dubai, the company also provides a suite of services including Bayzat Benefits, which enables users to track their insurance policies, view benefits and exclusions, and access information about covered networks and nearby hospitals. In addition to health insurance, Bayzat offers car insurance services and human resource software solutions that help businesses manage employee records, track time off, and administer health benefits. By streamlining the insurance and payroll processes, Bayzat aims to enhance the overall employee experience for over 80,000 individuals, particularly focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises.
Foodics
Seed Round in 2016
Foodics is a technology company based in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2014. It specializes in developing a cloud-based restaurant management system designed for iPads, catering to the needs of restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains across the Middle East. The platform offers comprehensive solutions including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, loyalty programs, e-commerce integration, and real-time operational oversight through a user-friendly dashboard. Foodics aims to enhance revenue generation and customer relationships for its clients by providing high-tech, easy-to-use tools that streamline restaurant operations.
Syarah
Seed Round in 2016
Syarah Ltd. operates an online marketplace for buying and selling both new and used cars, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the vehicle purchasing process for individuals and businesses by providing a user-friendly platform where customers can easily browse various car listings, access daily updates on prices and specifications, and directly contact sellers without intermediaries. In addition to facilitating car sales, Syarah offers financing solutions, allowing customers to purchase vehicles in installments through partnerships with banks and financing companies in the region. The company's commitment is to deliver quality services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
Eventtus
Venture Round in 2016
Eventtus is an event engagement platform that simplifies the event management process for organizers and enhances the experience for attendees. Organizers can quickly input event details, create dedicated web pages, sell tickets, and develop customized mobile apps that feature event agendas, speaker bios, and live announcements. The platform fosters attendee interaction by allowing users to engage with sessions, participate in real-time polls, and network with other participants. Through its comprehensive tools, Eventtus enables organizers to monitor audience engagement, facilitate Q&As, and gather feedback via quick surveys, thereby improving event planning and outcomes. For attendees, the app serves as a central hub for all event-related information, enhancing connectivity and interaction throughout the event.
Morni
Seed Round in 2016
Morni is a Saudi Arabian company based in Riyadh that specializes in providing roadside assistance services through an interactive smartphone application. Founded in 2014, Morni offers a range of services including towing, battery repair or replacement, emergency vehicle unlocking, tire fixes, and fuel delivery. These services are available to both individuals and corporations across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Countries, ensuring users can address various roadside issues promptly and conveniently.
SocialDice
Seed Round in 2015
SocialDice Inc. develops and operates a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) recruitment platform that simplifies the hiring process for employers. Founded in 2013 and based in Dubai with a branch in Ramallah, the company offers a solution that allows employers to advertise job openings across multiple job sites, including LinkedIn and Monster, with just a few clicks. SocialDice's software employs artificial intelligence and semantic algorithms to analyze candidates' skills and experiences, providing insights into their qualifications and career history. This comprehensive platform enables users to manage the entire recruitment process in one place, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and collaborating with hiring teams. Additionally, it helps employers create professional job descriptions, centralize communications, and track key performance indicators to enhance their hiring strategies.
Sylndr
Sylndr is an automotive e-commerce marketplace that focuses on enhancing the used-car market by providing a reliable and transparent platform for buying and selling vehicles. The company aims to establish trust among customers, positioning itself as the preferred choice for individuals looking to engage in transactions involving high-quality used cars. Sylndr offers a diverse selection of vehicles along with various financing options, making it easier for customers to navigate the purchasing process. Through its innovative approach, Sylndr seeks to simplify the experience of buying and selling used cars, ultimately fostering greater confidence in the market.
Stitch
Stitch allows businesses to build and operate financial products.
Stitch
Stitch provides a technology stack with modular building blocks for fintechs, corporates, and banks.
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