The Mashroo3i Program, a pivotal initiative for supporting Bahraini entrepreneurship, has successfully completed the Advisory Bootcamp phase for its first Arabic cohort of 2025. This intensive nine-week program is a collaborative effort between the Bahrain Labour Fund, Tamkeen (https://www.tamkeen.bh/en/), and global venture accelerator Brinc (http://brinc.io/), demonstrating a continued commitment to empowering local talent and strengthening Bahrain’s startup ecosystem.
Intensive Support for Early-Stage Ventures
During the Advisory Bootcamp, participating founders worked closely with a dedicated network of mentors and industry experts. The program is designed to transform viable business ideas into market-ready ventures, focusing on practical and foundational steps essential for long-term success.
Key milestones achieved by the founders included:
- MVP Development: Successfully transforming initial concepts into tangible Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).
- Commercial Registration: Receiving guidance on navigating the necessary legal frameworks and completing company formation steps.
- Traction Building: Implementing strategies to validate market fit and acquire crucial early customers.
- Regulatory Guidance: Ensuring compliance and providing essential advice across different industries.
The organizing bodies commended the cohort for their resilience, rapid willingness to iterate, and exceptional dedication, which established a strong foundation for their upcoming growth phase.
Tamkeen’s Commitment to Bahraini Entrepreneurs
The success of the Mashroo3i Program, particularly the completion of this Arabic cohort, highlights Tamkeen’s strategic priority to make the private sector the key driver of economic growth in Bahrain. By partnering with international experts like Brinc, Tamkeen ensures that local entrepreneurs receive world-class mentorship and resources tailored to the regional market. This partnership is vital for equipping Bahraini talent with the necessary skills and exposure to build scalable and competitive businesses. The program aims to create job opportunities for local talent and significantly contribute to the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals.
The next steps for this cohort include the announcement of the winners and preparation for an upcoming Demo Day, where founders will have the opportunity to showcase their developed business models to potential investors and stakeholders.
About Brinc and Tamkeen
Brinc is a leading global venture accelerator and venture capital firm headquartered in Hong Kong. It focuses on accelerating the next generation of businesses by connecting capital, corporates, and founders through tailored programs and investment structures, with a mission to build a more sustainable, inclusive, and equitable world.
Tamkeen is the Bahrain Labour Fund, an autonomous government agency established in 2006 to support the development of Bahrain’s private sector and to reinforce its role as a key player in the national economy. Tamkeen provides various support programs, financing, grants, and advisory services to both individuals and enterprises to boost their productivity and growth, aligning with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030.
Source: Brinc
