Rasmal Ventures, Qatar’s first home-grown venture capital firm, is continuing its “Open Door VC” initiative into 2026. In collaboration with Startup Grind Doha, this monthly program offers a private, trusted space for Qatari founders to gain candid perspectives and practical insights from seasoned investment experts.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Private Mentorship & Exchange Session
- For: Up to 10 startup founders based in Qatar
- Key Benefits: Direct access to VC expertise, peer exchange, and legal/fundraising guidance
- Application Deadline: Registration is open for the session on March 12, 2026
- Location: Doha, Qatar (Address provided upon registration approval)
Program Overview
Open Door VC is an invitation-based founder exchange designed to give back to the local startup community. These are not pitch sessions or traditional workshops; they are private, closed-door discussions focused on specific hurdles founders face while scaling in Qatar. The upcoming March session will specifically focus on the complexities of “Structuring a Seed Round”.
Key Benefits
- Expert Guidance: Learn directly from the experts at Rasmal Ventures about SAFE notes, seed rounds, and legal aspects of fundraising.
- Intimate Setting: Limited to a maximum of 10 founders per month to ensure meaningful, high-impact conversations.
- Practical Insights: Gain real-world experience and clarity on how to navigate the regional investment landscape.
- Networking: Connect with a curated group of fellow entrepreneurs facing similar growth challenges.
Eligibility Criteria
- Role: You must be a startup founder.
- Location: Your startup must be based in Qatar.
- Stage: Particularly relevant for entrepreneurs currently raising or preparing for their Seed Round.
Key Dates and Schedule
- Session Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM GMT+3
- Format: Monthly occurrence with specific topics announced for each session.
How to Apply
Registration for this event requires host approval to maintain a high-quality exchange. Interested founders should request to join via the official event link.
- Next Session: March 12, 2026
- Apply Now: Luma Registration Link
About Rasmal Ventures
Rasmal Ventures LLC is the first independent Qatari venture capital company, established under the jurisdiction of the Qatar Financial Center. Led by seasoned experts, the firm aims to raise $100 million to invest in high-growth technology sectors including fintech, AI, B2B SaaS, and climate tech. They are dedicated to strengthening the MENA innovation ecosystem by supporting startups from Pre-Series A through Series B.
Learn More: Rasmal Ventures Official Website
