Venture Capital World Summit Riyadh 2025

The Riyadh Venture Capital World Summit 2025 is a specialized conference aimed at connecting entrepreneurs with investors and leaders within the ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. Participants can anticipate targeted pitch sessions, insights from investors, and organized networking opportunities designed to enhance funding, partnerships, and market growth. This summit is part of the Venture Capital World Summit “World Series” of investment conferences.

Event Information

• Format: In-person conference featuring talks, panels, pitching sessions, and networking
• Target Audience: Startup founders, venture and angel investors, corporate venture teams, ecosystem facilitators, and advisors
• Topics Covered: Readiness for fundraising, trends in venture capital, entry and scaling in the Saudi market, and strategic partnerships

Reasons to Participate

• Engage with active investors: Opportunities to connect with VCs, CVCs, angels, and ecosystem partners.
• Pitch opportunities: Scheduled slots for pitching and elevator pitches for entrepreneurs.
• Valuable insights: Information on VC trends, deal structures, and dynamics of the Saudi market.
• Structured networking: Organized meetups to facilitate meaningful conversations.
• Increased visibility: Company profiles featured and ongoing community engagement after the event.

Schedule (27 October 2025)

• 13:00 – 13:15 Registration & Networking
• 13:15 – 13:20 Opening Remarks
• 13:25 – 13:50 Keynote Speaker
• 14:00 – 14:30 Panel Discussion: VC Investing Trends
• 14:35 – 15:00 Pitch Presentations
• 15:00 – 15:10 Break & Networking
• 15:15 – 15:30 Elevator Pitching
• 15:30 – 15:55 Guest Speakers
• 16:00 – 16:25 Audience Q&A
• 16:30 – 16:55 Investor Presentations
• 16:55 – 17:00 Closing Remarks & Acknowledgments
• 17:00 – 17:40 Open Networking

Ticket Information (Summary)

Entrepreneur Ticket

• Access to all sessions, pitch opportunities, and elevator pitching
• Membership in a global investor network with monthly visibility events
• No fees on introductions or deals (the organizer may seek equity in significant transactions)
• Provision for employee or team participation
• Company profile highlighted on organizer's media channels

(Contact the organizer for passes for investors, corporates, or partners, as well as any package options.)

Who Should Participate

• Founders & startup teams looking for funding or strategic alliances
• VCs, CVCs, and angels seeking investment opportunities in KSA and MENA
• Corporate development & innovation executives interested in partnerships and investments
• Advisors, incubators, and ecosystem developers aiding venture growth

Context of the Ecosystem (Saudi Arabia)

The evolving venture capital landscape in Saudi Arabia—backed by initiatives like PIF, Monsha’at, and SVC—is increasingly facilitating capital access for startups. Regulatory changes and investment-friendly policies are enhancing Riyadh’s status as a regional center for venture activities.

Location

Executives Hotel – KAFD, King Fahd Branch Road, Riyadh 13511, Saudi Arabia

(Note: Some materials may mention Art View Hotel. Please use Executives Hotel – KAFD as the confirmed venue and verify the final location with the organizer.)