SABB TAQADAM is a mentorship-driven, hands-on multi-university startup accelerator developed and managed by the KAUST Entrepreneurship Center in collaboration with SABB. The programme helps potential university-based entrepreneurs turn projects into prototypes and ideas into businesses.

The programme will help entrepreneurs validate the product/service idea, develop a working prototype or model, engage with potential customers, and pitch to judges and investors. We accelerate startups by providing the chance to receive initial funding, access to additional capital, and an unmatched team of local and international mentors and advisors

KAUST is the deep-tech heart of Saudi Arabia’s innovation economy. We’re committed to advancing science, technology, and entrepreneurship through translating research, collaborating with industry partners, powering startups, and delivering cutting-edge accelerators and incubators. At KAUST, innovation is more than a mandate – it’s a calling that informs everything that we do. Since opening our doors in 2009, we’ve been focused on creating remarkable impact to transform Saudi Arabia and the world.

The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority "Monsha’at", was established in by the Council of Ministers Resolution No. (301) dated 11/07/1437 AH, 2016 to regulate, support, and develop the SME sector in the Kingdom. It operates independently under the Ministry of Commerce and aims to increase the productivity of SMEs and raise their contribution to the GDP from 20% to 35% by 2030.
Monsha'at is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and innovation. It develops, implements, and supports programs and projects to foster the entrepreneurial mindset, diversify financial support for businesses, stimulate venture capital initiatives, and help enterprises enhance their operations in areas such as administration, technology, finance, marketing, and human resources.

Deem Al-Manahil Fund is a private non-profit fund established upon an initiative by Al-Manahil Company aiming at helping the Saudi woman to practice free work and owning small projects in Riyadh.