Capital Across Borders: Connecting GCC Investors with U.S. Venture Capital
The Gulf is becoming an increasingly important player in global venture capital. As GCC investors look beyond their domestic markets, U.S. startups offer exposure to emerging technologies, high-growth companies, and some of the world’s most promising founders.
Meanwhile, the GCC’s rapidly expanding venture ecosystem is creating new opportunities and valuable lessons for investors on both sides.
Join Dhow and Ezzeddine Jradi, our Dubai-based Venture Fellow, for an interactive discussion on the evolving relationship between Gulf capital and American innovation.
Drawing on Majlis GCC venture data and Dhow’s experience investing in U.S. startups led by Muslim-origin and values-aligned founders, we’ll cover:
GCC vs. U.S. Venture Markets: How funding trends, valuations, investor appetite, and startup ecosystems compare.
Global Diversification & Access: How GCC investors and family offices can gain exposure to U.S. venture capital and emerging technologies.
Lessons from the Gulf: What American investors and founders can learn from the GCC’s growing venture ecosystem.
Cross-Border Investment Opportunities: The role of Gulf capital in supporting American startups and building stronger international investment partnerships.
We’ll also discuss the practical considerations of investing across borders, including access, fund structures, and the challenges investors face when entering new markets.
Who should attend?
GCC-based investors, family offices, founders, venture capital professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of Gulf capital and U.S. innovation.
The session will conclude with an open Q&A, giving attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers.
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This event is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to sell securities.