The AAST Entrepreneurship Center, in collaboration with Value Makers Studio (VMS), has announced the launch of the Ripple Forum in Saudi Arabia. This new initiative, formed in a strategic partnership with SKSEED (the Saleh Kamel Organization for Sustainable Entrepreneurship), is a high-level platform designed to strengthen the foundations of the Kingdom’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem.
Key Highlights
The Ripple Forum is uniquely positioned to enhance the support systems for startups:
- Strategic Partnership: A key collaboration between the AAST Entrepreneurship Center, VMS, and SKSEED.
- Target Audience: The forum specifically targets “enablers”—the incubators, accelerators, investors, and support organizations that are crucial for startup success.
- Core Pillars: The initiative is built on knowledge exchange, fostering collaboration, and building the capacity of the ecosystem’s key players.
- National Goal: To create a lasting, sustainable impact on the Saudi entrepreneurship landscape in line with Vision 2030.
A New Platform to Empower the Enablers
Unlike traditional startup events that focus on the entrepreneurs themselves, the Ripple Forum is dedicated to empowering the enablers. The mission is to bring together thought leaders, experts, and the leadership of Entrepreneurship Support Organizations (ESOs) to share knowledge and best practices. By strengthening these foundational organizations, the forum aims to create a more resilient and effective environment for startups to launch and scale.
Fostering Collaboration and Strategic Partnerships
A primary objective of the Ripple Forum is to act as a catalyst for collaboration across the ecosystem. The platform will facilitate strategic discussions and networking opportunities between different entities, including accelerators, corporate innovation arms, venture capital funds, and government agencies. This focus on building partnerships is intended to create a more cohesive and interconnected support network for Saudi entrepreneurs.
About the Organizers
This initiative is led by a powerful consortium of ecosystem builders. The AAST Entrepreneurship Center is a leading academic body fostering innovation. Value Makers Studio (VMS) is an organization focused on creating and supporting valuable ventures. They are joined by strategic partner SKSEED, a prominent foundation dedicated to sustainable entrepreneurship and enterprise development in the Kingdom.
Source: FollowICT
