Upturn Ventures
Overview
Upturn Ventures is a Saudi-based venture builder specializing in technology-driven ventures within the retail and supply chain sectors. The firm focuses on transforming ideas into resilient, high-growth businesses by combining strategy, creativity, and technology. Their approach involves co-building, venture creation, and strategic investment to drive scalable innovation. The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying unmet needs and market gaps, validating compelling opportunities, and developing structured business concepts with clear value propositions. Upturn Ventures operates across various stages, including seed, early stage, and growth, with a geographical focus on Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. Upturn Ventures has a track record of supporting ventures such as Khodar, Arzaq Plus, Q-Parts, and B8ak, which operate in sectors like logistics, retail, and home services. Their investment philosophy emphasizes sustainable growth, efficient scaling, and real revenue creation, aiming to make a lasting impact on industries and communities alike.
Investment Focus
- Clear market needs
- Scalable business models
- Alignment with Upturn Ventures' long-term vision for growth and impact
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Upturn Ventures invest in?
Upturn Ventures invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Real Estate, Telecommunications and Media, and is based in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia. Upturn Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Upturn Ventures invest at?
Upturn Ventures backs companies at Seed, Early Stage and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 20M.
Which regions does Upturn Ventures invest in?
Upturn Ventures invests across United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman and Egypt.
What companies has Upturn Ventures invested in?
Upturn Ventures's portfolio includes B8ak, Khodar, Arzaq Plus and Q-Parts.
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