Spring Venture Services, with support from the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), has announced the launch of the ninth batch of Raise: The Art of Fundraising, a two-week intensive training program. The initiative prepares Bahrain-based startups for the popular StartUp Bahrain Pitch competition by equipping founders with the skills needed to attract investment and scale their businesses.
Program Overview and Mission
Raise is a bootcamp designed to give founders a solid foundation in entrepreneurship and prepare them for fundraising. The program focuses on developing practical skills, from creating compelling pitch decks to building robust business models. This initiative is a key part of Tamkeen’s 2025 strategy to enhance the competitiveness of Bahraini talent and support the growth and sustainability of local enterprises. The ninth cohort features ten promising local startups: Unlabelled, Lamma, Thoubify App, Wajba, Jaras, Sirati, Benyany, FHD Technology, Esbitar, and WeFit.
What Participants Will Receive
The bootcamp provides a comprehensive learning experience to get startups investor-ready, including:
- Hands-on workshops covering the global investment ecosystem, valuation, and exit strategies.
- Specialized training on the art of pitching to investors and preparing key investment documents.
- One-on-one office hours and advisory sessions with industry experts.
- Access to a wide network of potential investors from across the MENA region.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is for ambitious Bahrain-based startups that meet the following criteria:
- Have a minimum viable product (MVP) ready to showcase.
- Possess a high potential for scalability with an innovative concept.
- Offer a product or service relevant to the local or regional market.
- Are Bahrain-based with an existing Commercial Registration (CR) and at least one Bahraini founder.
How to Apply for Future Cohorts
Application Deadline: While the ninth cohort has just launched, applications for future StartUp Bahrain Pitch competitions are accepted on a rolling basis.
How to Apply: Eligible founders can apply here.
About the Organizers
The StartUp Bahrain Pitch initiative is a national platform supported by Tamkeen, the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), the Ministry of Industry & Commerce (MoIC), and Bahrain Development Bank (BDB). The Raise training bootcamp is conducted by Spring Venture Services, which empowers MENA founders with capital and expert guidance.
Source: StartUp Bahrain
