HALA Ventures is a Saudi VC that empowers tech-startups in early stages.

At HALA Ventures, we understand that timely and comprehensive support is crucial for the success of startups. As a result, we prioritize being highly responsive to our portfolio companies’ needs, ensuring that we are always the first point of contact for any support or guidance they require. Our expert consultancy services and investment support are tailored to the unique needs of each startup we invest in, ensuring that we add value and help them reach their full potential.

HALA Ventures has a rich history that spans back to 2014 when it first started operating as a Corporate Fund under the umbrella of its affiliated company, Financial Horizon Group. In 2018, HALA Ventures was established as the well-reputed venture capital firm it is known as today.

We invest in capital efficient businesses that leverage technology to scale fast globally.

Regional Focus

GCC Region, Egypt, & Jordan

Target Startups

Technology-based Startups
Large Addressable Markets

Investment Stage

Early & Growth stages

Our Investments

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Vuz

VUZ is a social app that allows users to stream and experience immersive realism in extended reality (XR) and metaverse digital experiences.

Torod

Torod offers online merchants post-order management services and enables them to choose the shipping method for their orders.

Telfaz11

Telfaz11 is a creative media studio  with offices in Saudi Arabia and the UAE specializing in locally-relevant entertainment content from the Middle East.

Super Commerce

Super Commerce (previously El-dokan) primarily targets large retailers and chain stores seeking to expand their e-commerce market share

SubsBase

SubsBase is a cloud-based subscription, recurring revenue, and billing management platform, that empowers subscription and recurring-based businesses with the collection, operational, analytics, and billing tools to efficiently manage their clients.

Sarwa

Sarwa is a leading investing and a personal finance platform on a mission to help everyone put their money to work.
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Meet the Team

Ali

Ali Ahmed Abussaud

Founding Managing Partner

Professional Investor, Licensed Financial Consultant, Serial Entrepreneur, and Ex- Corporate Banker.
 After 18 years in managing the family investments, and 10 years in the Corporate & Institutional banking sector, between ABC Bank, SAMBA, NCB, & Saudi Hollandi Bank, where Ali Abussaud was managing a portfolio in excess of USD 1.5 Billion, Ali founded Financial Horizon Group in 2014 that provides financial & management consulting, recruitment and executive search services. During the same period, Ali & his business partner started their Corporate Investment Fund which invested in various Asset-Classes including Venture Capital.

In 2018, Ali co-founded HALA Ventures, one of the well valued active venture capital firms in Saudi and MENA region.

Ali holds a B.S. degree in Finance & Economics from KFUPM.

Hussain

Hussain Almarhoon

Founding Managing Partner

Professional Investor, Social Entrepreneur, and Ex- Corporate Banker.

After several years as a corporate banker at National Commercial Bank “NCB”, where he used to manage a diversified portfolio of more than USD 150 million, Hussain AlMarhoon joined his family business as a Deputy General Manager, where he managed the Finance & Investment Division. Later on, he joined Financial Horizon Group to co-manage the SME Consultation department.
In 2014, Hussain & his business partner started their Corporate Investment Fund which invested in various Asset-Classes including Venture Capital.

In 2018, Hussain co-founded HALA Ventures, one of the well valued active venture capital firms in Saudi and MENA region.

Hussain holds a B.S. degree in Management Information System from KFUPM.

Qussay K. Abussaud

Compliance & Operations Manager

Account Manager, Compliance Specialist and Operation Internal Auditor..

With over 15 years and through different financial services industries, between SABB bank, American Express Saudi Arabia, Q-Invest and Financial Horizon Group, where he has held different positions focusing on the compliance and operation internal audit, including Compliance & AML Manager at American Express and AVP - Compliance & AML at QInvest.
Qussay holds a B.S degree in Finance from New York Institute of Technology.
Ayat

Ayat AlSabbagh

Senior Investment Associate

Ayat has over +4 years of experience in venture capital, investment & portfolio management, startups and entrepreneurship. Since 2019, Ayat has been working in the VC ecosystem where she developed her skills in analyzing and determining the feasibility of different startups' financial and Business models, and by that capturing the best investment opportunities in MENA.
Ayat holds a B.S Degree with honors in Finance and Banking from IAU.

Nada Helmy

Value Creation Manager

Nada graduated from the American University in Cairo (AUC) with a major in IMC and minor in Business. She was the Incubation/Acceleration Program Manager at EdVentures. Earlier, she worked at TIEC Incubator under the Egyptian MCIT. She also worked as Project Manager at Vflock where she supported the launch of Athar Accelerator and was a co-founder of an educational startup, Journey of Entrepreneurship, which has succeeded in growing internationally. Nada hosts a podcast that explores the personal side of entrepreneurship and creates content on social media about entrepreneurship. She has served as a mentor/trainer for startups in diverse industries.

Zahra Al Huraiz

Investment Operation Associate

Zahra is insightful business analyst with advanced skills in deploying machine learning and artificial intelligence tools to address business needs. Having nine years of experience as an administrative Professional helped in sharpening her skills as a team player in communication and critical thinking.
Zahra has graduated with Master in Business Analytics from KFUPM and hold a Bachelor degree in Business Administration from AOU.

Afaf Alghunaim

Investment Associate

Afaf has more than 5 years experience in Investments & Finance with extensive focus on Assets Management, Investment Analysis, & Market Research.
Afaf holds a bachelor's degree in Finance with honors from the College of Business Administration at King Saud University and Holds CME-1 (The General Securities Qualification Examination) & CME-4 (The International Certificate in Wealth & Investment Management) from the Capital Market Authority.

Sarah Al Khalifah

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Sarah is a dedicated Human Resource personnel skilled in Human Resources Management, Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, and Recruitment.
Sarah has graduated from King Faisal University with honors and holds a B.S. degree in Human Resources Management.

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Strategic Partners

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Investment Criteria

We specialize in investing in cutting-edge, tech-driven startups that have the power to quickly expand their global reach while remaining incredibly efficient with their capital. We’re not just investing in businesses – we’re investing in the future of disruption.

We back exceptional and dedicated talents (Full-timers)

Operates Across GCC, Egypt & Jordan

Creating unique, innovative producs

With post-revenue metrics

that stand out in massive, untapped markets

Outstanding MOM Growth

Our Numbers

30

Investments

30M

Investment Value

+1B

Portfolio valuation

Contact us

Info@hala.vc
+966 13 898 0254

Join the Team

careers@hala.vc
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Riyadh – Saudi Arabia

190 Elgin Avenue, George Town, Grand Cayman KY1-9008, Cayman Islands

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