About the KDSC Investor Programme
The KDSC Investor Programme aims to grow and strengthen Kuwait’s investment community. Through the programme, the KDSC supports existing and prospective investors in Kuwait, by developing their skills, knowledge, and networks.
The programme will be delivered virtually to fit around participants’ existing commitments. However, the virtual portion of the Investor Programme will be supplemented by regular in-person events that will connect programme participants to the KDSC startup community and wider innovation ecosystem across the GCC.
The KDSC Investor Programme provides Kuwaiti investors with structured and targeted support to become confident and effective backers of startups in the country and wider region. The programme does this with:
Practical Training
Workshops and short courses focused on the fundamentals of startup investing — from understanding startup business models to evaluating risk and spotting high-potential founders.
Expert-Led Sessions
Access to experienced investors and fund managers who will share real-world insights and lessons through talks, panels, and Q&A sessions.
Investor Events & Networks
In partnership with GITEX (and subject to GITEX approval), KDSC Investor Programme participants will receive tickets to the 2025 edition of the world’s largest tech, AI and startup show hosted in the UAE. Investor Programme participants will also have many other opportunities to connect with other startup investors, both locally and internationally, to network, co-invest, and learn from each other.
Real-World Engagement
Sessions linked to active startup programmes, giving investors hands-on experience in assessing pitch decks, asking the right questions, and joining demo days or live pitch events.
Why join the programme?
Tailored curriculum created for investors, by investors
Connect with like-minded investors for co-investment and peer-to-peer learning opportunities
Access and help guide the development of Kuwaiti entrepreneurs building global startups
Tickets to the 2025 edition of GITEX, the world’s largest startup show
Access a network of like-minded investors and entrepreneurs from Kuwait and the wider GCC
Who is the programme for?
The KDSC Investor Programme is for anyone looking to invest in high-growth-potential, tech-enabled businesses in Kuwait. For aspiring investors and those looking to improve their skills and understanding, the programme will include practical training and resources. For more experienced investors the programme’s focus will be building a thriving community of Kuwait-based investors (as well as like-minded individuals from across the GCC), enabling participants to connect with potential co-investors and gain access to the portfolio of startups who have graduated from KDSC programmes.
If you’re interested in learning more about the programme, please contact the programme team for more information.
