Catalyzing Impact

Venture Education

500 Global, in partnership with Sanabil Investments, is bringing venture education and training to the next generation of investors focused on Saudi Arabia through exclusive, invite-only programs designed for up-and-coming angel investors and VCs in the region.

  • Angel Investing Unlocked by 500 Global

  • VC Unlocked by 500 Global

  • Explore Past Cohorts

Sanabil

Angel Investing Unlocked by 500 Global

Empowering angel investors in KSA & MENA

Angel Investing Unlocked by 500 Global leverages 500’s experience as a top performing venture firm and venture education leader. In this program, successful angel investors and partners from 500 Global will be sharing their best practices with Angel Investors investing in startups in Saudi Arabia and the wider MENA region. 

 Participants will:

  • Craft their own personal angel investment strategy 
  • Practice assessing startup investment opportunities
  • Become proficient in the nuances of cap tables, term sheets and valuations 
  • Connect with other Angel Investors in MENA and worldwide
  • Receive a Certificate in Angel Investing Unlocked by 500 Global

Ideal Candidates are:

  • Up-and-coming angel investors in MENA
  • Actively investing in startups in MENA
  • At least 1 year experience in angel investing
  • Have executed 3-10 deals

Join our waitlist to stay informed about our 2024 programs!

 

Ideal Candidates

Up-and-coming angel investors in MENA, Actively investing in startups in MENA, At least 1 year experience in angel investing, Have executed 3-10 deals

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Program Dates

2024

Our Inaugural Cohort

Sanabil

May 30 – June 1, 2022

We shared an intense and inspirational week with our inaugural Angel Investing Unlocked by 500 Global cohort and we are excited to share the experience with you.

Learn More About Cohort 1

Karan Deep

Independent Ecosystem Consultant
The Angel Investing Unlocked program seamlessly packed together mini-MBA, law, finance and psychology degrees in 3 days which gave me the confidence to approach angel investing in a highly informed manner. The knowledge and delivery of all instructors and the team were impressive, as were their ability to vet and shortlist impressive participants. These elements ensured it was one of the best ones I've gone through. Thank you and hope it has a considerable ripple effect across the ecosystem.”

Renad Alorri

Accelerator Lead, Blossom Accelerator
Three days of intensive instruction taught me how to detect a potential opportunity, comprehend a value-adding element, establish a dedicated team, overcome any impending obstacles, and make the most of limited financial data to forecast a firm's future. What I've learned in this useful course has entirely satisfied me... I'm looking forward to the next phase in my investment journey! 💪🏼❤️”

Basma Bushnak

CEO, Emkan Education
The program has really helped me identify important aspects of being an angel investor in the region. It also gave me access a wider network of support and fellow angel investors.”

Abdullah Alamri

Sr. Associate, Jada Fund of Funds
Interesting program supporting the VC ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, preparing the upcoming angels. These type of programs will make the difference in the region and the impact that 500 is making through their partnership with Sanabil Investments is amazing.”

Past and Upcoming Program Instructors

Chief Operating Officer, Managing Partner, 500 Global
Courtney Powell
Partner, 500 Global
Abdulrahman AlJiffry
Managing Partner, 500 Global
Amjad Ahmad
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Venture Partner, 500 Global
Rob Neivert
General Partner, 500 Global
Amal Dokhan
Partner, 500 Global
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Partner, 500 Global
Amal Enan
Associate Counsel, 500 Global
Anais Samaha
Ex-Regional General Manager, Uber
Tino Waked
Managing Partner & Head of Asset Management, IMPACT46
Basmah Alsinaidi
Founding Partner, Shorooq Partners
Shane Shin
Founding & Managing Partner, Quona Capital
Monica Brand Engel
CEO & Managing Partner, Climate Resilience Fund
Hossam Allam
General Partner, Blitzscaling Ventures
Chris Yeh
Founder & CEO, WomenSpark
H.E. Deemah AlYahya
CEO & Board Member, SVC
H.E. Dr. Nabeel Koshak
Venture Partner, Nuwa Capital
Kholoud Almohammadi

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