EO Jeddah

15/10/2026

At our latest Al Majlis gathering, we sat down with Fares Al Rasheed for an open conversation about the journey behind building and investing in some of the region’s most recognized startups.

Moderated by Helmi Natto, the discussion explored the experiences that shaped Fares’ career, the lessons gained along the way, and the perspective required to navigate an ever-evolving entrepreneurial landscape.

A meaningful exchange of experience, ambition, and ideas—made even more valuable by everyone who joined us.

13/10/2026

11/10/2026

A successful deal is more than a transaction.
It’s a strategic decision that can shape what comes next.

From understanding the opportunity to structuring the right deal and executing it with purpose, every step can influence the value created.

Because in M&A, the goal isn’t simply to close the deal. It’s to build what comes after it.

11/10/2026

Strategy is not just about knowing where you want to go. It’s about understanding the landscape you’re moving through. Every opportunity comes with a different level of risk, and every decision has consequences beyond the immediate outcome. The real challenge is knowing which risks are worth taking, which ones need preparation, and which opportunities may not be right for your business. Because strong strategy isn’t about avoiding risk. It’s about understanding it well enough to move with clarity.

22/09/2026

The longer you’re in business, the more you realize there isn’t a universal playbook. What looks like a smart strategy in one industry could be a terrible one in another.

This week in our EO Accelerator session with Mohammed Al Nasser was a great reminder that strategy and risk go hand in hand. Understanding your industry, your environment, and the risks unique to your business is often what shapes the decisions that matter most.

28/07/2026

🇸🇦 A proud moment for Saudi Arabia!
Congratulations to Yousef Alsayed and Danah Husam Alshawi for earning their place in the Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA) GSEA Global Semifinals as MEPA finalists. 🏆👏

They'll be competing alongside outstanding student entrepreneurs in Season 5 of Start it Up.

We're also proud to have 🔹 GSEA Saudi | EO Entrepreneurs Head, Al Harith Al Qurashi Al-Harith Al-Qurashi , present to support and cheer on our Saudi representatives as they take the global stage. 🇸🇦🌍

A special thank you to all the mentors from Saudi Arabia who supported and guided Yousef and Danah throughout this journey, and to all EO Saudi Chapters — EO Jeddah , EO Riyadh Chapter 🇸🇦 , and EO | Saudi East — for their continued support in empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. 🙏✨

Congratulations once again to Yousef and Danah on this incredible achievement. Wishing you both continued success in the global semifinals! 🚀💚

23/07/2026

Empowering entrepreneurs. Preparing leaders for the global stage.

EO Jeddah’s esteemed mentors Abdullah Kamel Abdullah Abdulaziz Kamel , Khalid Tamairek Khalid , Dr. Tariq Alrturkestani Tariq Alturkestani , and Mr. Abdulaziz Shamsuddin Abdulaziz Shamsuddin conducted an intensive presentation coaching session for Yousef Alsayed, one of Saudi Arabia’s two representatives competing at the MEPA GSEA Finals on July 27 in Cape Town, South Africa.

Hosted at the IAC Building, Rudwan Batterjee Offices Rudwan Batterjee , the session focused on strengthening Yousef’s storytelling, delivery, and overall presentation. Also in attendance were GSEA Chair Al Harith Al Qurashi Al-Harith Al-Qurashi , GSEA Manager Abdullah Bin Sumaidea, and EO Jeddah Chapter Manager Mira Hajo, whose continued support helps prepare our representatives for success on the global stage.

Best of luck to Yousef as he proudly represents Saudi Arabia at the MEPA GSEA Finals. The entire EO Jeddah community is cheering him on.

23/07/2026

18/07/2026

Kicking off this year’s EOA Global Program in Jeddah with Cash Day delivered in collaboration with Monsha’at. Led by Dr. Tariq Alturkestani Tariq Alturkestani and facilitated by amazing coach Daniel Nel, the workshop brought together ambitious entrepreneurs for a day of learning, reflection & practical tools to better understand and manage one of the most critical drivers of business success: cash.

Looking forward to many more learning sessions throughout the year to take the entrepreneurs to $1 million and more.

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