Saudi Startup «Jaree» Launches to Transform Early-Stage Venture Capital Access in the Kingdom
Riyadh 25 April 2025:
A new player has entered the Saudi startup ecosystem. Jaree Platform, a venture capital matchmaking platform, officially launched this month with a bold mission: to make early-stage investing more accessible and efficient for both startups and accredited investors in Saudi Arabia.
Founded in 2025 by venture capital professionals Faisal AlNaji and Noura AlNahedh, the platform was built in response to a growing market gap: startups often struggle to reach the right investors, while investors lack access to high-quality, early-stage deal flow.
“We’ve seen good deals confined within VC firms. Individuals with high investment appetite struggle to source quality opportunities. That’s why we built Jaree — to make venture capital accessible for everyone,” said Faisal AlNaji, CEO and co-founder.
Bridging the Gap in the Saudi VC Market
Jaree offers a private and curated investment platform that matches startups with accredited investors, syndicates, and family offices. The platform enables investors to explore vetted opportunities, co-invest alongside reputable names, and receive structured deal insights.
For startups, Jaree provides exposure to investor networks, advisory on pitch readiness, and post-match fundraising support.
Unlike open-access funding directories, Jaree focuses on depth rather than breadth — prioritizing deal quality, founder readiness, and regulatory compliance.
Built for the Local Market — But Globally Competitive
Saudi Arabia has witnessed record-breaking venture capital activity in recent years. In 2024 alone, startups raised over $750 million. Jaree sees this as an opportunity to introduce technology and trust into an industry historically built on private relationships.
The platform’s slogan, “Venture Capital for Everyone”, reflects its ambition to democratize investment access in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Business Model & Startup Criteria
Jaree operates a commission-based business model, charging a fee on successfully matched investment rounds. In the near future, it plans to roll out SaaS-based tools and premium features to support both sides of the market.
To qualify for the platform, startups must:
Be Saudi-based or focused on the Saudi market
Show clear traction or strong investor interest
Have a committed and complementary founding team
Demonstrate scalability and operate in high-growth markets
Early Traction and Testimonials
Having recently graduated from the Tech Champions 4 Fintech program — organized by CODE and MCIT — Jaree has been quietly gaining traction before its official launch. The platform is already working with over 150 accredited investors, and several startups have successfully closed funding rounds through Jaree’s investor network.
“I had the pleasure of experiencing Jaree in a Saudi market bursting with ambition.
Their team streamlined the entire journey; from analysis to execution.
we missed a couple of fast-moving opportunities, but they made up for it with an alternative deal that we closed in just 3 days.
“I had With Jaree, I witnessed:
80% reduction in research and analysis effort
20% focus shift toward making the right venture decisions
Speed of execution that protects opportunities from slipping away
In closing:
“To rise to the skies, and on Tuwaik, greatness is built.”
With trust in God, every venture through Jaree is a step toward success.” said Rakan Bin Khalid Alkhalaf, an early-stage investor on the platform.
Now Live & Accepting Applications
Jaree is now live and accepting applications from Saudi-based startups seeking funding, as well as investors looking for curated early-stage opportunities. Upcoming plans include educational content, VC workshops, and co-investment syndicate
tools.
👉 Learn more or apply to join: www.jaree.sa
