1trepreneur is teaming up with Oraseya Capital, the renowned VC fund recognized as the #1 most active investor in the UAE, for an exclusive event designed to put founders directly in front of capital. The 1Tank by 1trepreneur x Oraseya Capital session, held on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Dubai, offers pre-Seed and Seed-stage founders an unparalleled opportunity to learn the intricacies of venture capital, refine their fundraising strategy, and pitch for potential investment.
Event Details
- What: Exclusive Founders’ Pitching and VC Insights Session
- When: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (1:00 PM – 3:00 PM GMT+4)
- Where: Oraseya Capital Office, 1st floor, Dtec Technohub 1, Dubai
- Focus Areas: Fundraising Strategy, Direct VC Feedback, Investment Fast-Track
About The Event
The 1Tank event is one of 1trepreneur’s signature founder-centric activities, created to facilitate direct connections between ambitious startups and investors. This edition is powered by SANDBOX, the landmark accelerator and proprietary deal flow program of Oraseya Capital. The session is highly selective and tailored specifically for founders who are “serious about scaling,” offering an intimate setting to demystify the VC process and provide concrete steps for standing out in a crowded ecosystem.
What to Expect
This dynamic, two-hour session is structured to provide immediate, high-impact value for every ambitious founder in attendance:
- VC Deep Dive (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM): An interactive, behind-the-scenes breakdown of how Venture Capital truly works, what the SANDBOX team seeks in high-potential startups, and practical tips to sharpen your fundraising approach.
- 1:1 Pitching (2:00 PM – 3:00 PM): An invaluable opportunity for founders to pitch their startup in a focused 4-minute slot and receive immediate, actionable feedback from the Oraseya Capital / SANDBOX team.
- Exclusive Networking: Connect with fellow high-calibre founders and the entire SANDBOX team while others are pitching.
- Bonus Work Space: Founders are welcome to stay and work from the Oraseya Capital office for the rest of the day, free of charge.
The Path to $150,000 Investment
The most compelling reason to attend is the direct path to capital. The 1Tank session offers a unique opportunity to be fast-tracked into the highly sought-after SANDBOX accelerator cohort. Startups that impress the investment team during the 4-minute pitch stand a chance to bypass initial stages and move straight into the final selection process. Admittance to the five-month SANDBOX program comes with a guaranteed $150,000 investment from Oraseya Capital via a SAFE note, with a high chance of follow-on funding in future rounds.
About The Organizers
Oraseya Capital is the Venture Capital fund of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and was named the #1 most active investor in the UAE for 2024 by MAGNiTT. They invest in promising UAE-centric startups across pre-Seed to Series B stages in high-potential sectors like AI, Fintech, Proptech, and Cleantech. Their flagship program, SANDBOX, serves as a proprietary deal flow engine to accelerate early-stage tech ventures. 1trepreneur is a growing founder community focused on providing direct connections and actionable resources for ambitious entrepreneurs in the MENA region.
How to Attend
This is an exclusive, limited-seat event for serious founders only. Registration is required and subject to approval by the hosts to ensure a high-quality community of attendees. Founders are strongly encouraged to register immediately due to limited capacity and the rare opportunity to pitch directly to the region’s top investors.
Learn More: 1Tank by 1trepreneur x Oraseya Capital
