Problem Statement: Aspiring entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia need mentorship, resources, and a platform to pitch their tech startup ideas in order to nurture innovation and contribute to the Kingdom's growing tech sector.

Target Group: Aspiring entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds with a focus on technology-based startup ideas.

Proposed Solution: The Techpreneurship Sprint, a collaborative event organized by MBSC and the Jeddah Global Shapers Community, serves as a platform for budding entrepreneurs. It offers participants the opportunity to pitch tech startup ideas, receive valuable mentorship, and further develop their concepts. With resources and guidance for the top ideas, the initiative empowers young entrepreneurs and promotes a culture of innovation and teamwork.

Hub Activities: Collaborating with MBSC to host the Techpreneurship Sprint event. Inviting tech and entrepreneurship experts to mentor participants. Organizing a competition for participants to pitch their tech startup ideas. Selecting eight teams for further idea development. Awarding the top three teams with resources and guidance to actualize their startup ideas.

Short & Long-Term Goals/Results:

• Short-Term: Successfully conduct the Techpreneurship Sprint, ensuring active participation, mentorship, and idea development for eight chosen teams.


• Long-Term: Establish a consistent and influential platform for tech entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia, thereby contributing to the Kingdom's tech sector and fostering a culture of innovation and enterprise.

Available Metrics: The Techpreneurship Sprint culminated in the selection of eight teams for further development of their ideas, with the top three receiving resources and mentorship to transform their concepts into startups. The event's success has paved the way for future iterations, underlining the commitment to nurturing entrepreneurship in the region.