Maven Insights has successfully hosted Venture Investment Horizons 2025, driving dialogue and collaboration in Saudi Arabia’s investment landscape.
On the evening of 28 October during FII Week, Maven Insights hosted the second edition of Venture Investment Horizons at the Marriott DQ in Riyadh. Titled ‘PropTech Horizons: Investing in the Cities of Tomorrow’, the event brought together leading investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to explore how innovation, technology, and strategic investment are shaping the future of urban life and real estate investment in Saudi Arabia.
The event highlighted the pace and potential of Saudi Arabia’s evolving investment landscape, reflecting the spirit of Vision 2030 and the Kingdom’s growing role on the global stage. Attendees engaged in discussions and deliberations that bridged ideas with actionable insights, fostering connections across investors, public and private sector leaders, and startups.
Reflecting on the event, Khalid Alkhudairi, Senior Partner at Maven Insights said: “Venture Investment Horizons continues to be a platform that connects ideas with opportunities. This year’s edition reflects how innovation, investment, and collaboration are driving real transformation across Saudi Arabia’s startup and PropTech ecosystem.”
The evening’s discussions were driven by the insights of Ranime El Skaff, Co-Founder of Prop-AI, Ahmed Sewaid, Associate Professor of Finance at MBSC, Andrea Azzolari, Investor at Plug and Play, and the moderator, Berc Cubukciyan, Partner at Maven Insights. Their perspectives on PropTech, investment trends, and the future of urban development sparked thoughtful dialogue and set the tone for collaboration across sectors.
Maven Insights Venture Studio and Mashoorah
A key highlight of the event was the announcement of Maven Venture Studio and Mashoorah, two initiatives that reflect Maven Insights’ deep commitment to Saudi Arabia’s innovation and talent landscape.
Maven Venture Studio is the venture building arm of the consulting firm. The arm supports high-potential startups in scaling and commercializing products. “By combining deep market insight, proven methodologies, and regional expertise, Maven Venture Studio turns ideas into sustainable ventures, strengthening Saudi Arabia’s innovation ecosystem and entrepreneurial future,” said Alkhudairi.
Mashoorah, formerly known as Knack, is an arm that helps organizations develop talent. Rooted in Saudi values and forward-thinking design, it enables structured mentorship and coaching programs that drive measurable growth and build the next generation of leaders.
Event partners
Venture Investment Horizons 2025 was powered by Maven Insights in collaboration with its strategic partner Plug and Play, academic partner MBSC, and sponsors including Share Investment, K5 Ventures, Karwa Investment, Maven Venture Studio, Mashoorah, and the Ministry of Investment.
Looking ahead, Alkhudairi said the event’s success has motivated the firm to establish Venture Investment Horizons as a permanent fixture in Saudi Arabia’s investment calendar. “We’re aiming to create a lasting platform for emerging ideas, strategic collaborations, and the next wave of innovation in Saudi Arabia. In future editions, we will continue to raise the bar for insights, partnerships, and innovation.”
