Hessa Alzimami: Turning Saudi Hospitality into a Global Design Language
Meet Hessa Alzimami, the Saudi hospitality and experience designer creating contemporary experiences grounded in culture, authenticity, and lasting impact.
Latest
Abdulmalik Alsaeed & Sawt: Building Dialect-Smart Arabic Voice AI
Discover how Abdulmalik Alsaeed, CEO of Sawt, is building Arabic-native voice AI to transform CX and support Saudi Vision 2030.
Ersello: A Simple Tool Built to Solve One of Everyday Life’s Most Overlooked Communication Problems
In a world dominated by complex platforms and feature-heavy applications, Ersello stands out by doing the opposite: it solves one very specific communication problem — clearly, simply, and intentionally. Founded by Ameer Albahouth, a communication advisor and the founder of Arbaaa Marketing, Ersello was not born out of a technology trend,
Ahmed Salama: Building Saudi’s Arabia's Subscription Rails with Techrar
A deep dive into Ahmed Salama’s journey from enterprise IT to founding Techrar and shaping Saudi Arabia’s subscription economy.
Yousef Al-Rasheedi: From Haraj to Aqar, Building Saudi Arabia’s Everyday Marketplaces
The story of Haraj and Aqar: how founder Yousef Al Rasheedi turned forum behavior into Saudi Arabia’s go-to platforms for classifieds and property listings.
Fahad Alhagbani: The Visionary Behind Fitness Time, Optimo, and B_FIT
From Fitness Time to Optimo and B_FIT, Fahad Alhagbani is building Saudi’s smart fitness empire. Two IPOs, bold moves, and a Vision 2030 mindset.
How Dr. Essam Bukhary Turned Manga Productions into a Cross-Border Success Story
From Riyadh to Tokyo, Dr. Essam Bukhary transformed Manga Productions into a global creative powerhouse, inspiring the next generation of storytellers.
Sumaia Showail: The Woman Who Brought Bread to Life in Saudi Arabia
Sumaia Showail is reshaping Saudi Arabia’s food culture through Aysh Academy, where every loaf tells a story of craft, connection, and conscious living.
Mounira Jamjoom & Aanaab: Scaling Teacher Development in MENA
Discover how Mounira Jamjoom built Aanaab into MENA’s go-to platform for Arabic teacher training, transforming educator growth across the region.
How Nadeem Bakhsh Is Connecting Saudi Arabia Through Webook
Meet Nadeem Bakhsh, founder of Webook, a platform connecting Saudi Arabia to sports, culture, travel, and entertainment experiences.
Rawan Almogbil: Leading VR & AI Solutions for Training at InnovationX
Explore how Saudi entrepreneur Rawan Almogbil, founder of IXMeta and Lenks.ai, is using VR and AI to transform training and collaboration.
Latifah Altamimi & Gathern, Saudi’s Leading Vacation Rental Startup
Latifah Altamimi built Gathern into Saudi Arabia’s leading vacation rental platform, transforming local stays into a nationwide network.
E-commerce
Nawaf Hariri: The Founder Scaling Salla to $7B in Merchant Sales
Inside the story of Nawaf Hariri, the founder who turned merchant struggles into Salla, a $7B platform driving Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation.
Entrepreneurship
Inside the Rise of Noon Academy with Mohammed Aldhalaan & Aziz AlSaeed
Meet Saudi founders Mohammed Aldhalaan & Dr. Abdulaziz AlSaeed, who built Noon Academy from test prep site to global edtech powering Vision 2030.
Fashion
Shahad Geoffrey: Founder of TAFFI, the Gulf’s Personal AI for Fashion
Shahad Geoffrey turned a shopping struggle into TAFFI, an AI stylist reshaping how the Gulf shops with smart tech and cultural insight.
Women Entrepreneurs
Saria Alderhali: The Vision Behind Bondai’s Rise in Travel Tech
Discover how Saria Alderhali, founder of Bondai, is building the digital backbone of Saudi Arabia’s travel industry, scaling B2B infrastructure, winning global recognition, and aligning with Vision 2030.
Founder Stories
Abdulrahman Alshabanat: The Chefz Founder Reshaping Premium Delivery in Saudi Arabia
Discover how Abdulrahman Alshabanat built The Chefz from a home-cooked meal concept into one of Saudi Arabia’s most disciplined premium delivery platforms, and why it’s now evolving into national infrastructure with The Chefz as a Service.
Saudi Founders
Rawan Alsahsah’s Rise: From Saudi Interiors to F1 Tracks with RIS Group
Rawan Alsahsah, founder of RIS Group, has built one of Saudi Arabia’s leading interior design brands. Now making global waves from interiors to a 2025 F1 Academy collaboration with American Express.
Entrepreneurship
Nora Okail’s The Happiness Factory: A Business Built on Joy
Discover how Nora Okail, founder of The Happiness Factory, is redefining Saudi Arabia’s entertainment and cultural landscape, building a joy-led business model aligned with Vision 2030.
Female Founders
Saja AlHosainy & The Gathering: Leading Saudi Arabia’s Most Iconic Cultural Experiences
Discover how Saja AlHosainy, co-founder of The Gathering KSA, is shaping Saudi Arabia’s creative economy through culture-driven events, national campaigns, and heritage experiences aligned with Vision 2030.
Fintech
How Abdulaziz Al-Jouf Turned PayTabs into a Fintech Success Story Across the Middle East
Discover how Abdulaziz Al-Jouf turned a real-world problem into PayTabs, one of the Middle East’s most powerful fintech platforms transforming digital payments.
Entrepreneurship
Sara Al-Rashed: Founder of Asteri, the Gulf’s Desert-Proof Beauty Brand
How Sara Al-Rashed, an architect-turned-founder, built Asteri Beauty, a Saudi brand solving unmet needs with desert-proof, halal, vegan products. A model of modern brand building for consultants & founders.
Saudi Founders
Tala Al-Sahsah: A Strategic Force in Health Innovation Across Saudi Arabia and Beyond
Tala Al Sahsah, founder of DOOS and TAN Gulf, is transforming Saudi Arabia’s health and delivery sectors. By blending tradition with innovation, she is pioneering new solutions that redefine convenience and wellness in the Kingdom.
Watches
Yasmeen Alshathry: The Saudi Visionary Redefining Luxury with CLÉ
Discover the inspiring story of Yasmeen Alshathry, the founder of CLÉ, and how she’s reshaping luxury experiences in Saudi Arabia through a bold fusion of heritage, innovation, and horological passion.