Created by Aramco in 2011 to ignite the spirit of entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia, Wa’ed is an essential enabler of business transformation and economic diversification in the Kingdom, providing loan financing, venture capital investment and incubation services to game-changing start-ups.
We Provide
Venture Capital
Wa’ed Ventures invests up to 75 million SAR in disruptive, early-stage Saudi start-ups that advance digitalization, sustainability and the social welfare of the Kingdom. More
Loan Financing
Wa’ed is one of the Kingdom’s few no-collateral lenders (up to 5 million SAR) to Saudi entrepreneurs and a major driver of the Kingdom’s smart industrial revolution. More
Incubation
Wa’ed is a leading mentor and trainer of Saudi’s entrepreneurs, providing incubation, workspace and go-to-market services to turn brilliant ideas into compelling businesses. More
Meet the Team
Partners for Success
Wa'ed Heroes
Red Sea Farms
“We are proud to have designed, developed and delivered one of the world’s most sustainable agricultural systems from our base in Saudi Arabia.” Ryan Lefers, CEO and co-founder of Red Sea Farms.
Sedra Medical Bio-Media
“Now Saudi women are encouraged to pursue their dreams. My message is: Never give up and one day your dream will come true.” Sara Aljishi, CEO and founder of Sedra Medical Bio-Media.
Rewaa
"Wa’ed was a huge help. I was able to refine the concept and make it simpler, and put together a credible business model, and got an opportunity to pitch to investors." Mohammed Alqasir, left, CEO and co-founder, Rewaa.