1826 Partners proudly participated in LEAP 2025, one of the world’s most prestigious technology and innovation conferences, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This landmark event provided an unparalleled platform for us to explore new opportunities with fast-growing startups, and corporate innovators who are shaping the future of business and technology.

As a firm committed to bridging Europe and the MENA region, we seized this opportunity to engage with global entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and members of our expanding community, reinforcing our role as a strategic partner in venture building, private investments, and advisory services.

Engaging with Global Entrepreneurs & Industry Leaders

Saudi Arabia is rapidly emerging as a regional powerhouse for technology and investment, and LEAP 2025 offered the perfect setting to connect with high-growth startups, corporate innovators, and investors driving change across industries.

Our conversations focused on how 1826 Partners can help companies scale efficiently, optimize strategy, define their investment strategy, and access strategic capital. With Saudi Arabia’s entrepreneurial landscape evolving at an unprecedented pace, these engagements reinforced our commitment to supporting businesses with tailored advisory and investment solutions.

Strengthening the 1826 Partners Community

Beyond identifying new opportunities, LEAP 2025 was about strengthening relationships within our expanding global network. We connected with entrepreneurs we’ve supported, advisors in our ecosystem, and investors looking to collaborate on cutting-edge ventures.

By bringing together business leaders, subject-matter experts, and institutional partners, we continue to shape a cross-border ecosystem that fosters high-impact collaborations between Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and Europe.

Investment Trends & The Future of Private Markets

Saudi Arabia is witnessing a surge in venture capital, private equity, and institutional investments, fueled by Vision 2030 and the country’s ambition to become a global innovation hub.

At LEAP, we explored how 1826 Partners can play a key role in alternative investments, private market access, and strategic deal flow. We discussed emerging trends with investors eager to capitalize on high-growth opportunities across MENA and Europe, highlighting the increasing importance of data-driven investment strategies and long-term wealth creation in emerging markets.

LEAP 2025 marked an important milestone for 1826 Partners, reinforcing our role as a key enabler of cross-border business growth, investment, and advisory services. Our participation in this global event further solidified our commitment to bridging Europe and the MENA region through venture building, strategic advisory, and private market investments.