Startup Grind Muscat is set to close 2025 with a landmark event for the Omani entrepreneurial ecosystem, hosting a homecoming fireside chat with global tech success story Ankur Nagpal. Taking place at the Omantel HQ, this special year-end edition brings the Silicon Valley veteran back to where his journey began. The event promises an intimate look at building global scale from the ground up, designed for founders, investors, and ecosystem enablers looking for actionable insights on exits, wealth building, and the future of the creator economy.
Event Details
- What: Fireside Chat: From Oman to a $250M Exit
- When: Monday, December 22, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Where: Omantel HQ, Madinat Al Irfan, Muscat
- Focus Areas: SaaS Scaling, Founder Wealth, Venture Capital, Creator Economy
About The Event
This event represents a rare opportunity to bridge the local ecosystem with global success. Ankur Nagpal, best known as the founder of Teachable, grew up in Oman before making his mark in Silicon Valley. His journey—from early days in Muscat to building a platform that empowered over 100,000 creators to earn $1 billion+, eventually leading to a Teachable exit of approximately $250 million—serves as a powerful case study for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Beyond the nostalgia, the session is forward-looking. Now leading Carry, a platform helping business owners build durable wealth, and Vibe Capital, a $100M global venture fund, Nagpal brings a multi-faceted perspective. The event aims to move beyond standard startup advice, offering a “raw and honest” look behind the scenes of scaling, exiting, and reinventing oneself as a founder-turned-investor.
What to Expect
Attendees will gain access to high-level strategic discussions and networking opportunities with Muscat’s growing entrepreneurial community. Key activities include:
- Exclusive Fireside Chat: A deep dive into the realities of building a $60M ARR company and the mechanics of a nine-figure exit.
- Financial Strategy for Founders: Insights into “winning the game of capitalism,” covering often-overlooked topics like tax structures, financial infrastructure, and wealth strategy.
- Investor Perspectives: Lessons from running Vibe Capital, including what Nagpal looks for when backing bold founders across the US, India, and beyond.
- Networking: Connect with local founders, students, and investors at the Omantel HQ.
Featured Speakers
- Ankur Nagpal: Founder of Carry, Silly Money, and Teachable. Ankur is also the manager of Vibe Capital, having made over 80 investments across six continents.
- Walaa Hamdan: Chapter Director of Startup Grind Muscat, who will be moderating the discussion.
Key Discussion Themes
The conversation is structured to provide actionable value for 2025 and beyond. Specific themes include:
- The Pivot to Fintech: Understanding Ankur’s transition from EdTech to Carry, and his mission to professionalize founder finances.
- The 2025 Outlook: What entrepreneurs should really focus on in the coming year and the “long-term games worth playing.”
- Global vs. Local: How a journey starting in Oman can translate into global impact, and how to navigate that transition.
How to Attend
This is an in-person event expected to draw significant interest from the local tech community. Those interested in attending should RSVP promptly to secure their spot at the venue.
- RSVP Here: Startup Grind Muscat Event Page
About The Organizers
Startup Grind Muscat is the local chapter of the world’s largest startup community. Their mission is to give startups the education and opportunities they need to build, grow, and scale. The chapter is led by Directors Walaa Hamdan, Amjaad Al Hinai, Juhaina Al Aisari, and Laura Cretney, who work to connect the Omani ecosystem with global resources and mentorship.
Learn More: Startup Grind
