Big news! We’re excited to share that Oraseya Capital is the lead investor in Podeo's $5.4M Series-A funding round, with participation from Ibtikar Fund, Cedar Mundi Ventures, Samarium, iSME, and returning investor Razor Capital. Podeo | بوديو is the world’s largest podcast distribution platform and is tackling one of the biggest challenges in the industry: discoverability. This investment underlines our belief in the Podeo platform which is already empowering over 100,000 creators globally. It is now set to expand its presence across emerging markets with its exclusive distribution arsenal and advanced AI-driven tools for creators and advertisers to reach new audiences and maximize revenue. Learn more about the investment here: https://tcrn.ch/4eI4RzM #OraseyaCapital #Podeo #Podcasting #FundingAnnouncement #EmergingMarkets #Innovation #VC #Dubai
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Our Senior Partner had the privilege of joining H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei, UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, alongside 20 directors and CEOs of leading venture capital funds in a roundtable discussing the challenges and opportunities in the VC ecosystem. The focus was on exploring how to enhance the national entrepreneurship ecosystem and the importance to the economy of financing growth in SMEs. Supporting the UAE's economic vision, we remain committed to nurturing innovation and driving the growth of promising new ventures. Check out the full article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dFZh3x8k #Oraseya #VC #Entrepreneurship #SMEGrowth #Innovation
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Meet Omar Khan, Oraseya Capital’s new Investment Principal. What does being a Principal entail, we hear you ask? Omar’s job is to handle our deal flow end-to-end, from introductory calls and early meetings with founders all the way to investment decisions with our committee. Taking a founder-first approach throughout this process, he helps identify mission-driven teams that are the right fit to solve major challenges. Check out his interview in full for more insights and valuable tips for startups seeking investment. #MeetTheTeam #VentureCapital #VC #Dubai #StartUp #Principal #MEVCA #OresayaCapital
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We've just commenced the fifth cohort of the SANDBOX Accelerator program! With a founder-first approach, we emphasize investor-readiness, offering valuable exposure to regional VCs, a suite of world-class mentors, and insights from seasoned entrepreneurs. Get ready for pitchdeck reviews, investor introductions, and much more! Are you a pre-Seed to Seed-stage tech founder looking to take your startup to the next level? 🌟 Find out more at www.sandboxaccelerator.com now! #Startup #Tech #Investor #Accelerator #VC #SANDBOX #UAE
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We are delighted to announce not one, not two, but SEVEN investments into early-stage technology startups! From GenAI to HR-tech, and FinTech to Food-Tech, these 7 startups are each receiving a $150,000 investment from Oraseya Capital having graduated from the fourth cohort of our landmark SANDBOX Accelerator program. • Qureos, a recruitment tech startup matching talent with jobs 10x faster • HeroGo, the sustainable food tech subscription platform for fruit, vegetables and dry goods • Lisan, a deeptech generative AI startup specialising in Arabic linguistics • STHRIVE, a B2B SaaS platform for retailers designed to boost sales and employee performance • Zoya, a fintech startup that makes Shariah-compliant investing easy and accessible for Muslims worldwide • JobEscape, a productivity startup upskilling freelancers and employees alike, with AI tools • Opteam, leveraging AI-driven optimisations to project management in the construction sector Having received 1,500+ applications to the fourth cohort of the SANDBOX Accelerator program, it continues to support pre-Seed and Seed-stage technology founders not just with financial capital, but also knowledge capital, network capital, and human capital. The fifth cohort of SANDBOX commences in September 2024, so watch this space for even more investment announcements! Read the full Press Release from the Dubai Media Office at https://lnkd.in/d-XcNufC For more information on the 7 startup profiles, Visit: https://lnkd.in/du6K6u-q #SANDBOX #TechStartups #OraseyaCapital #Innovation #Investment #Mentorship #Dubai
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We are thrilled to announce that Omar Khan has joined Oraseya Capital as our new Investment Principal. In this pivotal role, Omar will spearhead our deal flow and oversee the end-to-end execution of our investments. His expertise and dedication will undoubtedly be a driving force in our continued success. Join us in welcoming Omar to the Oraseya Capital family! #OraseyaCapital #InvestmentPrincipal #TeamOraseya #Investments #Leadership
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We are thrilled to announce that Oraseya Capital has led the latest expansion round for Ogram's entry into the KSA market! This marks our second investment in Ogram, reaffirming our belief in their innovative approach to flexible staffing and impressive growth in the UAE and Greece. With this funding, Ogram is set to transform the KSA market, projecting over 150% YoY growth in man hours for 2024. We are proud to support Ogram in their mission to create a new global workforce and look forward to their continued success. #OraseyaCapital #Ogram #FlexibleStaffing #KSAExpansion #VentureCapital #Innovation #Growth #Retail #Hospitality
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Wishing everyone a joyous Eid al-Adha filled with peace, prosperity, and happiness. 🌙 ✨ #EidMubarak #OraseyaCapital #EidAlAdhaMubarak #Investments
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🚨 News Alert! Oraseya Capital is excited to announce our latest investment in Growdash, co-leading this funding round with Hambro Perks' Oryx Fund! GrowDash empowers restaurant marketing and operational teams with advanced data analytics to maximize ROI. “We are excited to join Sean, Enver and the Growdash team on their journey. We have particularly been impressed with their deep understanding of the F&B industry's challenges, as ex-operators, and their ability to build a scalable, robust tech infrastructure,” said Julien Plouzeau, Senior Partner at Oraseya Capital. #OraseyaCapital #GrowDash #Investment #Innovation #FandB #BusinessAnalytics #ROI #MENA #DigitalGrowth
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Exciting news! 🌟 Oraseya Capital is thrilled to announce our participation at Viva Technology 2024 in Paris, from 22-25 May. Join us at the Dubai stand in Hall 1, where we’ll showcase Dubai’s dynamic innovation ecosystem alongside other key players. Meet Julien Plouzeau, our Senior Partner, and discover how Oraseya Capital, the venture capital fund of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority, is committed to fostering innovation and supporting early-stage startups. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect and explore new possibilities! Business Dubai #VivaTech #Innovation #Startups #OraseyaCapital #DubaiInnovation #VivaTech2024