Riadiat, a Riyadh-based company dedicated to empowering female entrepreneurs, recently organized and managed a high-level panel discussion titled “Investing in the Gold and Jewelry Field: A Safe Haven for Male and Female Entrepreneurs”. Held during Cash Expo 2026, the session addressed the current state of the Saudi jewelry market and the strategic role of precious metals as a stable asset class for the Kingdom’s growing startup community.
Strategic Insights Into The Saudi Gold Market
The panel focused on the reality of the gold and jewelry market within Saudi Arabia, providing a comprehensive assessment of investment types and opportunities. Experts discussed how entrepreneurs can evaluate market entry points and manage risks effectively in a sector traditionally seen as a hedge against economic volatility. The discussion highlighted the sector’s evolution from traditional retail to a sophisticated field for business innovation and professional design.
Expert Perspectives On Industry Growth
The session brought together a diverse group of female industry leaders who are shaping the future of jewelry and mining in the Kingdom:
- Hajar Al-Ghamdi: Jewelry designer and owner of Athab Design Foundation.
- Shouq Sulaiman Al-Othaim: Board member and Change Director at the Saudi Gold Refinery Company, and a founding member of the “Women in Mining” Association.
- Sura Rashid: Holder of an honorary doctorate in jewelry design and owner of Sura Company.
- Heba Al-Humaidan: Founder of the Saudi Jewelers Initiative and a business development consultant.
Empowering Women In Specialized Sectors
This initiative aligns with Riadiat’s core mission to motivate women to enter competitive business fields and transform innovative ideas into profitable realities. By focusing on specialized sectors like gold and mining, Riadiat continues to facilitate rare learning opportunities from experts, helping the new generation of Saudi female leaders navigate complex industries. The event also emphasized the importance of networking through platforms like the Riadiat Network to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and partners.
About Riadiat
Riadiat is a Saudi company headquartered in Riyadh that aims to support, empower, and develop the entrepreneurship ecosystem, with a primary focus on women. Founded in 2019, the organization provides an integrated suite of services, including a licensed incubator by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at), the Riadiat Academy for leadership training, and specialized business consultancy. Through its network and digital marketplace, Riadiat works to enhance the role of women in society by providing them with the tools and workspaces necessary to succeed as pioneers in their respective fields.
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