Innovation in Small and Medium Enterprises (iSME)

An equity co-investments in an enterprise alongside another institutional investor as VC funds, holding companies, formal business angel groups and investment banks. To qualify for the equity investment, the entrepreneur needs a commitment from an institutional investor to invest in the firm. It develops innovative ideas and proof of concept and attracts external investment by addressing key risks. 

Speed Accelerator

A tech accelerator based out of the Beirut Digital District that empowers software startups to succeed and scale globally through a 3-month mentorship-driven program, $30,000 in funding, and a lifelong network of mentors and partners.  

Catalyst

A technology startup accelerator focused on sustainability and clean technology. It aims to accelerate the development of viable technology businesses through funding, training and mentorship. It also supports innovative seed ideas with startup value that are focused on using technology to make our world more sustainable.

Oasis 500

Seeks to provide entrepreneurship training, mentorship guidance, business incubation, seed investment, acceleration, and additional follow-up investment.

Turn8

Vision to build the foundations for a young, dynamic, and high growth ecosystem that would enable tech startups to thrive which resulted in seismic shifts for the global trade economy.

Sawari Ventures

An international venture capital firm, that invests in people turning visionary ideas into market-leading companies in the MENA region. It invests in technology-driven companies seeking to build new markets with significant growth potential.  

BECO Capital

A private equity and venture capital investments in the technology sector aiming to reinvent the Middle East through innovation and technology entrepreneurship. It offers also strategy tactics, partnerships, talent acquisition, and geographic expansion. 

Cairo Angels

An angel investment network investing in and supporting early-stage startups in Egypt and across the MENA region. It facilitates due diligence for opportunities that receive interest from investors, negotiates terms and finalizes deal closing. Post-investment, it can also provide portfolio management services for its investors.