Where Ideas Meet Opportunity.

Startup Sync is an integrated entrepreneurship ecosystem connecting entrepreneurs, experts, investors, and opportunities across MENA.

Learn. Connect. Grow.

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About Startup Sync

Built for the Entrepreneurial Journey.

Startup Sync connects knowledge, people, and opportunities in one ecosystem, helping entrepreneurs move from ideas to real growth.

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Our Purpose

A bigger vision. A stronger mission. Shared values.

We exist to empower a new generation of entrepreneurs and build a more innovative, inclusive and prosperous region.

Our Vision

To become a leading entrepreneurship ecosystem across MENA.

Our Mission

To empower entrepreneurs through knowledge, connections, opportunities, and practical support.

Our Values

Innovation. Credibility. Transparency. Collaboration.

Why Startup Sync?

Because building a business takes more than a great idea.

Startup Sync brings together the knowledge, connections, opportunities, and support entrepreneurs need to move forward and grow.

The Ecosystem Behind Startup Sync

Startup Sync App

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Your entrepreneurial network.

Startup Sync Podcast

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Ideas, stories & insights.

Startup Sync Event

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Where the ecosystem comes together.

Startup Sync Hybrid Venture

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From idea to execution.

Startup Sync Awards

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Celebrating the people turning challenges into opportunities.

One ecosystem. Endless opportunities.

Startup Sync Awards · 2026

Meet the Minds
Behind the Recognition.

Get to know the featured jury members bringing together decades of leadership, investment expertise and innovative thinking to the Startup Sync Awards.

Portrait of Eng. Yahya Balharith 01 / 06   JURY
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Eng. Yahya Balharith

Executive Leader & Expert in Energy and Engineering Sectors

Chief Commercial Officer at Al Tamimi Energy Group

Over 25 Years of Experience in Engineering, Energy & Executive Leadership
Portrait of Dr. Siham Al-Harthi 02 / 06   JURY
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Dr. Siham Al-Harthi

Investment, Institutional Development & Entrepreneurship Leader

Chairwoman of Afouq Investment and Development

30 Years of Experience in Leadership, Economic Development & Investment
Portrait of Dr. Balaji Vasudevan 03 / 06   JURY
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Dr. Balaji Vasudevan

Expert in Venture Building, Technology Commercialization & Innovation

Strategic Advisor & Venture Capital Investor

Over 20 Years of Experience in AgriFood Innovation & Venture Capital
Portrait of H.E. Eng. Atef Helmy 04 / 06   JURY
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H.E. Eng. Atef Helmy

Leader in Technology, Digital Transformation & Corporate Strategy

Chairman of Prime Business Consulting & Former Minister of Communications and Information Technology of Egypt

Over 40 Years of Experience in Business, Communications & Information Technology
Portrait of Mr. Hussein Al Marhoon 05 / 06   JURY
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Mr. Hussein Al Marhoon

Investor, Entrepreneur & Former Banker

Founder & Chief Financial Officer at Hala Capital

Over 20 Years of Experience in Banking & Investment
Portrait of Eng. Ahmed Hamada 06 / 06   JURY
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Eng. Ahmed Hamada

Investment & Corporate Transformation Leader

CEO of an Investment Group in Abu Dhabi

Over 25 Years of Leadership Experience
Insight. Leadership. Real Impact.
Startup Sync JESR - Saudi Edition

Where Solutions Turn into Opportunities.

It all started with a challenge, leading us to innovative solutions and meaningful relationships that created real opportunities. Today, it is time to build a new bridge. For the first time, Startup Sync is coming from Egypt to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, specifically to the Eastern Province, bringing its experience and ecosystem to a new market and a new chapter.

A new bridge connecting challenges with solutions, corporates with startups, and opportunities with growth.

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