Emkan Capital
Venture capitalRiyadh · Pre-Seed–Series A
Investment thesis
Emkan Capital backs entrepreneurs from startup through scaleup, unicorn, and exit stages. It differentiates itself through a mentorship program connecting founders with top-tier international experts, and through its GPs' deep relationships with a Tier-1 international VC network (including co-investors such as Lightspeed, Battery, and 8VC), growth capital players (KKR, Apollo), and Fortune 500 corporates that can open M&A and customer opportunities. Its Majlis program runs virtual and in-person salon-style events and lectures for the region's entrepreneurs and ecosystem members.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Investments · 4 tracked
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Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Emkan Capital invest at?
- Emkan Capital invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What is Emkan Capital's typical check size?
- Emkan Capital typically writes checks of $1.2M – $20M.
- What sectors does Emkan Capital focus on?
- Emkan Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise Software, Fintech, Healthtech, Mobility & Transportation.
- Where is Emkan Capital located?
- Emkan Capital is headquartered in Riyadh, SA.
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