Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – October 28, 2025 – Beta Lab proudly participated in a high-level panel discussion at the Future Investment Initiative (FII 9) on the topic “Can De-Risking the Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Drive Smarter Investment?”
The session, held yesterday under the leadership of moderator Afnan A. Ababtain, Director of the Innovation & Entrepreneurship Sector at the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA), brought together prominent industry leaders to explore strategies for reducing risk and enhancing capital efficiency in the startup landscape.
Beta Lab was represented alongside distinguished panelists:
- Dr. Ibrahim Almojel, Founding Partner, Khwarizmi Holding
- Abdulaziz Alomran, CEO, impact46
- James Rhee, CEO, Spark I Acquisition Corporation (SparkLabs Group)
- Shane Shin, Founding Partner, Shorooq Partners
The discussion highlighted the critical role of structured support systems, regulatory clarity, and investor confidence in unlocking sustainable growth for startups and SMEs.
Beta Lab extends its gratitude to MISA for the invitation and remains committed to driving innovation, supporting high-potential ventures, and strengthening the Kingdom’s entrepreneurial infrastructure.