Why founders and investors keep coming back to LEAP
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This week we’re quoting…
Ron Levin (Managing Partner at Alumni Ventures)
What Levin said:
“While last year was our first time attending LEAP, the conference had an immediate impact as it directly led to some exciting investment opportunities.”
We dug a little deeper…
What investment opportunities was Levin particularly excited about?
“Notably,” he said, “we were quite fortunate to earn the chance to invest in EduFi. From having had the opportunity to personally being one of the Rocket Fuel pitch competition judges, it was a thrill to actually invest in the winning company. We can't wait to see what opportunities are in store for next year's event!”
…because we love stories like this
LEAP is where startups launch, investors discover the next big thing, and global partnerships form on the event floor. It keeps happening, every year. Levin came to Riyadh as a Rocket Fuel judge – and left with a deal.
We could tell you over and over again, in a thousand different ways, how powerful LEAP is for founders and investors. But we know you’d rather hear it from them.
For founders, it’s a platform to stand out
“LEAP wasn’t just an event – it was a launchpad,” said Pierre Vero (Founder of KYO NOVA).
“Presenting my mobile application alongside the world’s top innovators…this was exactly where groundbreaking ideas come to life. Don’t just attend – come ready to transform your vision into global impact.”
We 100% agree. LEAP is a place to accelerate your business and make real progress towards your most ambitious goals.
Saudi Arabia is welcoming startups – and LEAP is a way in
Aleena Nadeem (Founder of EduFi; LEAP award winner) said:
“Rocket Fuel is a great way to enter Saudi! It sets you up for success.”
And Walid Sultan Midani (Founder of Bravvo) captured the journey like this:
“LEAP last year made us curious about KSA, LEAP this year made us confident and willing to make the leap into Saudi.”
Coming to LEAP positions you to connect directly with a tech ecosystem that’s scaling fast. You’ll find the partners and resources you need (and you’ll probably find some you didn’t even know you needed until you met them), and you’ll be inspired to take bold steps towards success.
This is the kind of impact we care about
“LEAP has been transformational,” said Noor Alasadi (Founder of Lisan AI; Shooting Star Award winner). “Accelerating our growth, sharpening our vision, and connecting us with opportunities we couldn’t have accessed otherwise.”
And Solomon (Founder of Retink Media) summed it up perfectly:
“LEAP is not only the biggest startup event in the Middle East, if not globally, but also the best-organised tech event I’ve ever attended.”
So…what next?
If you’re a founder or investor – get involved.
Applications are open for the Startup and Scale program at LEAP 2026.
And if you’re an investor ready to discover the startups shaping the region and beyond, join us to explore a deal flow like no other.
Make the LEAP. Build your future here.
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The LEAP Team
