Endeavor Saudi Arabia is set to host Riyadh Forward, a dynamic, full-day summit on October 26, 2025, designed to showcase the Kingdom’s emergence as a thriving global hub for entrepreneurship. The event will bring together high-impact entrepreneurs, leading venture capitalists, policymakers, and global ecosystem players to explore the trends and opportunities shaping the future of innovation from the heart of Riyadh.
Event Details
- What: A full-day summit for high-impact entrepreneurs and investors.
- When: October 26, 2025.
- Where: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Focus Areas: Scaling, Venture Capital, Liquidity (IPOs & M&A), AI, and Global Expansion.
About The Event
Riyadh Forward is a platform dedicated to connecting local innovation with global ambition. Building on Saudi Arabia’s bold Vision 2030 agenda, the summit aims to amplify the Kingdom’s rise as a central force in the global entrepreneurship conversation. By spotlighting high-growth Saudi founders and forging international partnerships, the event fosters collaborative, cross-border growth and explores Riyadh’s potential to drive the region’s entrepreneurial landscape forward.
What to Expect
The summit offers a curated, full-day experience focused on growth, liquidity, and innovation:
- Curated Panels & Fireside Chats: Gain actionable insights from high-impact founders and global leaders on critical topics like scaling in emerging markets, regional investment trends, and founder resilience.
- Deep Dives on Liquidity: Join crucial conversations with industry experts on the path to IPOs, strategic Mergers & Acquisitions, and creating successful liquidity events in the MENA market.
- VC & AI Insights: Participate in forward-looking keynotes and panels focused on the latest venture capital trends, corporate innovation strategies, and the transformative impact of AI.
- Exclusive Networking: Connect with top regional and international stakeholders during a networking lunch and an exclusive, invite-only evening dinner hosted in a unique Riyadh location to foster deeper relationships.
Featured Speakers
Hear directly from a lineup of global and regional leaders who are shaping the entrepreneurial ecosystem:
- Linda Rottenberg: Co-Founder & CEO, Endeavor.
- Saud Alsabhan: Deputy Governor for Entrepreneurship, Monshaat.
- Allen Taylor: Managing Partner, Endeavor Catalyst.
- Mohamed Galal: Managing Director & CEO, eXtra (United Electronics Co.).
- Makram Faddoul: Investments Principal, Prosus Group.
- Anuj Srivastava: CEO, Livspace.
- Zeid Husban: Serial Entrepreneur.
How to Attend
Tickets are now available for this full-day summit, offering access to all sessions, the networking lunch, and the exclusive evening experience. Entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders are encouraged to secure their spot at this high-impact gathering.
About The Organizers
Riyadh Forward is organized by Endeavor Saudi Arabia. Endeavor is the leading global community of, by, and for high-impact entrepreneurs. The Saudi Arabia office supports the Kingdom’s most promising founders by providing them with access to a worldwide network of mentors, capital, markets, and talent to help them scale and multiply their impact.
Learn More: Riyadh Forward
