500 Global, in partnership with the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), has successfully concluded its sixth 500 Global in Egypt Seed Bootcamp, culminating in a graduation day that showcased 22 promising startups. The event provided a platform for founders to present their ventures to a room of VCs, ecosystem partners, and community members, marking a significant milestone in their entrepreneurial journey.
A Week of Intensive Growth
The intensive five-day bootcamp was designed to equip early-stage founders with the essential frameworks and strategies needed to scale their businesses. Participants engaged in deep-dive sessions covering critical topics such as achieving product-market fit, defining the ideal customer profile, mastering fundraising techniques, and implementing effective growth loops. The program also included a hackathon, pushing the founders to apply their learnings in a high-pressure, execution-focused environment. The curriculum aimed to move beyond theory, providing actionable feedback and preparing the cohort for their next phase of growth.
Connecting Founders with Capital
A key feature of the bootcamp was its emphasis on connecting startups with potential investors. The graduation day facilitated over 90 one-on-one meetings between the participating founders and a curated group of top venture capitalists from the region. This direct engagement provided invaluable networking opportunities and potential pathways to funding, underscoring the program’s commitment to fostering tangible outcomes for its participants.
Meet the Graduating Cohort
The 22 startups that completed the sixth batch represent a diverse range of sectors and innovative solutions. The graduates include ATHLON, Board pins, Carofi, Clickflow, E-stebdal, Fitclan, GMind, Ground77, Olimi AI, Laqeeny, Leona Pet Plan, Modeeri, Momken, OZ-TECH, PeacePay, Perceptr, Sendout pro, SkylineDooh, Sonar, STLR, The Copywriter Creative Edtech Platform, and Wafra – Grow Your Net Worth.
About 500 Global
500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies. The firm focuses on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can unlock long-term value and drive economic growth. Since its inception, 500 Global has backed thousands of entrepreneurs across more than 80 countries, with a significant and growing presence in the MENA region.
Source: 500 MENA
