The Perfect Pitch Podcast (Series)
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Welcome to "The Perfect Pitch" by Lucidity Insights, hosted by Erika Welch. This masterclass series features in-depth conversations with some of the most prominent venture capitalists in the region. Our goal is to provide entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge needed to begin their fundraising journey.
In each episode, we explore the personalities and motivations of various investors, helping entrepreneurs understand what it truly means to secure venture capital funding. We discuss what investors are looking for in a perfect pitch and offer practical advice on building a solid fundraising strategy.
"The Perfect Pitch" aims to be a valuable resource for entrepreneurs at any stage, offering insights and guidance to navigate the complexities of venture capital. Join us to learn from industry experts and enhance your approach to securing investment for your business.
In this Series
- Distinguishing Characteristics of These VCs
- What Makes a Perfect Pitch
- Achieving Product-Market Fit
- Scaling Businesses and Exiting Ventures
- Local and Regional Ecosystem Growth
- How to Approach Building Out Your Cap Table
Sharif El-Badawi
CEO of Dubai Future District Fund
Noor Sweid
Founding Partner of Global Ventures
Khaled Talhouni
Managing Partner of Nuwa Capital
Basil Moftah
General Partner at Nclude
Sonia Weymuller
Co-Founder and General Partner of VentureSouq
Nader Albastaki
Managing Director at Dubai Future District Fund
Tarek Assaad
Managing Partner at Algebra Ventures
Rabih Khoury
Managing Partner & Chief Exit Officer at Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP)
P1 Ventures
P1 Ventures specializes in early-stage industrial technology firms in Africa.
Global Ventures
Global Ventures is a UAE-based international venture capital firm investing in founders and ideas across emerging markets.
Nuwa Capital
Nuwa Capital is a transformative investment platform that redefines the founder-capital relationship, focusing on serving founders while prioritizing transparency and engagement.
Nclude
Nclude is a pioneering investment platform driving fintech innovation in Egypt and beyond. With a founder-centric approach, it empowers early and growth-stage entrepreneurs focused on financial inclusion.
VentureSouq
VentureSouq (VSQ) is a venture capital fund manager based in the MENA region that operates with a global portfolio and is presently concentrating on FinTech and ClimateTech.
Middle East Venture Partners (MEVP)
MEVP, a prominent Middle East-focused venture capital firm, directs its investments towards innovative companies led by talented entrepreneurs across the Middle East, particularly focusing on the GCC and Levant countries.
Dubai Future District Fund
DFDF is a venture capital and fund of funds that invests in new economy companies that will drive Dubai's future growth.
Algebra Ventures
Algebra Ventures is a venture capital fund that invests in early-stage technology companies.
Antler
Antler backs driven founders from day one to greatness, believing innovation builds a better future. Partnering with people across six continents, we help launch and scale high-potential startups that tackle meaningful challenges. With offices in 30 cities, including Austin, New York, London, and Tokyo, we support founders from diverse backgrounds with co-founder matching, business validation, capital, and follow-on funding. Antler has invested in over 1,100 startups and aims to back 6,000 by 2030.
In this Series
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