Plug and Play Saudi Arabia has opened weekly slots for one-on-one meetings with startup founders. These sessions are designed to provide advisory guidance and identify high-potential startups for upcoming accelerator programs and pre-seed investment opportunities within the Kingdom’s growing ecosystem.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: 1:1 Founder Meetings / Program Scouting
- For: Pre-seed to Seed founders operating in or exploring the Saudi market.
- Key Benefits: Direct access to the Plug and Play ventures team, advisory support, and scouting for Q4 2026 programs.
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis (Weekly slots available).
- Location: Saudi Arabia / Remote.
Founder Intake Overview
The Plug and Play ventures team is looking to engage with active founders to explore potential fits for future incubator and accelerator cohorts. These 30-minute sessions serve as a gateway for founders to receive strategic mentorship, discuss early-stage investment, and gain visibility within one of the world’s most active tech centers. The intake process specifically targets those who have moved beyond the “idea-only” stage and are actively building solutions for the Saudi or GCC markets.
Key Benefits
- Direct Advisory: 30-minute 1:1 sessions with the ventures team to receive feedback and guidance.
- Accelerator Scouting: High-potential startups will be shortlisted for upcoming programs scheduled for Q4 2026.
- Investment Pipeline: Exploration of potential pre-seed and early-stage investment conversations.
- Ecosystem Access: Opportunity to be kept on file for future regional opportunities and announcements.
- Exclusive Updates: Access to a dedicated WhatsApp group for locked, official updates on Saudi/GCC innovation cycles.
Eligibility Criteria
- Founder Stage: Open to Pre-seed and Seed stage founders.
- Market Focus: Startups must be currently operating in, or seriously exploring, Saudi Arabia as a primary market.
- Readiness: Founders must be “actively building” with at least a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or active traction; idea-stage-only applications are not accepted.
- Information Requirements: Applicants must provide a pitch deck (PDF), LinkedIn profiles, and clear traction highlights.
How to Apply
Meetings are scheduled based on a review of a short intake form. Due to high demand, only founders who represent a strong fit will receive a calendar link for a call.
- Application Link: Founder Intake Form
- Status: Open and reviewing on a rolling basis.
About Plug and Play Tech Center
Plug and Play is the leading global innovation platform and one of the world’s most active venture capital firms. Headquartered in Silicon Valley, its Saudi Arabian division works closely with government entities and corporate partners to accelerate digital transformation and support the next generation of entrepreneurs in line with Vision 2030.
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