Homegrown Ventures

🌟 New Partnership Announcement to Boost CPG/FMCG Startups Ecosystem 🌟 We at Homegrown Ventures are excited to announce our new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Pitch Lounge! This partnership is set to deliver exceptional support and growth opportunities for FMCG startups. Together, we will foster the CPG/FMCG ecosystem and community through: - Supporting startups in fundraising through pitch lounge events. - Specialized programs to accelerate startup growth and equip founders with essential skills and coaching. - Engaging events and networking opportunities. This partnership reinforces our mission to nurture the CPG startup ecosystem, creating a dynamic environment where innovative businesses can thrive. Join us in revolutionizing the industry! #HomegrownVentures #PitchLounge #CPG #Innovation #Partnership #Growth #Startups #Networking #homegrown #startups #UAE #GCC #KSA

Last Monday, we hosted our third Inspirational Insight session for ifada 5.0. The session, titled "Venture Perspectives: Shaping the Future of Investing in MENA", featured a panel of esteemed venture capital firms. Engaging discussions took place with industry experts, including Hussain Almarhoon from HALA Ventures, Turki Aljoaib and Ahmad N. from Rua Growth Fund, and Nader Amiri from Homegrown Ventures. These leaders shared unique insights on investment opportunities, emerging trends, and the trajectory of the MENA startup ecosystem. Our current cohort and alumni had a valuable opportunity to learn from these VCs, exploring how they influence the investment landscape and drive innovation across sectors in the region. Sharaf Saleh moderated the discussion, offering additional insights into the strategic role of these firms within Beyond Capital's investment pipeline portfolio and the broader MENA investment landscape. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our bi-weekly series, fostering collaboration with industry pioneers and championing innovation in the MENA startup ecosystem. #BeyondCapital #ifada #InspirationalInsightSeries #MENA #VC #Startups #Ecosystem #HALAVentures #RuaGrowthFund #HomegrownVentures #BeyondCapital #Investments

🌟 New Partnership Announcement to Boost FMCG Startups Ecosystem 🌟 We at Homegrown Ventures are thrilled to announce our new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Foodpreneurs Collective by Marketing Strategiser, this partnership is designed to provide unparalleled support and growth opportunities for CPG/FMCG startups. Together, we will foster the ecosystem and community through engaging networking events that create a strong and supportive community, and develop specialized programs that accelerate startup growth and equip founders with the essential skills they need. This partnership underscores our mission to nurture the CPG startup ecosystem, creating a dynamic environment where innovative businesses can thrive. Join us and be part of a thriving community set to revolutionize the industry! #HomegrownVentures #FoodpreneursCollective #CPG #Innovation #Partnership #Growth #Startups #Networking #homegrown #startups #FMCG

🌟 Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🌟 We at Homegrown Ventures are thrilled to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Tenami Capital. This collaboration aims to foster growth and innovation within the FMCG/CPG sector. This strategic partnership signifies our mutual commitment to leveraging each other's strengths and driving value for both parties involved. Together, we aim to nurture the investment space for CPG startups in the region, creating a dynamic ecosystem that supports emerging businesses and drives sustainable growth. We are excited about the possibilities this collaboration brings and look forward to a fruitful and mutually beneficial relationship. #HomegrownVentures #TenamiCapital #FMCG #CPG #Innovation #Partnership #Growth #startups #investment

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚-𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 – 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 Leading retailers are now harnessing the power of technology to strategically enhance every aspect of business. From redefining prominent functions like marketing and fulfilment to other store (front-end) functions, tech is helping boost purchase conversions. Moreover, industry leaders are combining tech with shifting customer preferences to redefine many vital functions, including marketing. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝: ✅ The impact of tech-led innovation on marketing strategies. ✅The diverse tools in use to make it more customer-centric at all corners. ✅The idea of building stronger community relationships to create brand experiences. Panelists: Umesh Chopra, Market Intelligence Head, Sharjah Coop Sadique Ahmed Mohamed, CEO, Pathfinder Global FZCO Ahmad Shamieh, General Partner, Homegrown Ventures Hrishikesh Datar, Director, 𝐀𝐝𝐢𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨 Robin Nagar, Founder & CEO, Valley Culture India 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Tamanna Padhi, Partner, MEA Consumer and Retail, Kearney Watch the full video to explore how leading retailers are leveraging the power of tech - https://lnkd.in/dbFA4gCW #FoodBusinessForum2024 #RetailInnovation #TechInRetail #DataDriven #RetailLeadership #IndustryInsights #CustomerExperience

Join José Francisco Fernández Serna, Edward Hamod, and me today at 6:30pm for a fireside chat at In5 Tech, Dubai Internet City, where we will dive a bit deeper into challenges and opportunities in Food startup topics. FoodHack events are always great for networking with like-minded entrepreneurs, partners, investors, and friends interested in CPG / FMCG, Agri, Food, and related. So, if this is for you, pass by today. Thank you Sascha Dutta (nee Taylor) & Diane Fermin Roeder for the invite and always bringing the community together. CC Homegrown Ventures #MENA #CPG #FMCG #Foodhack

Excited to see our General Partner, Nader Amiri, speaking at the FoodHack Dubai Meetup on 24th June at in5 Dubai! 🌟 Join us to network with founders, funders and innovators in the UAE's food ecosystem. #FoodHack #FoodTech #AgTech #AgriTech #FoodAndBeverage #homegrown #startups #FMCG

Eid Mubarak! 🌙 Wishing everyone a joyous and blessed Eid Al-Adha filled with happiness, peace, and prosperity. May this special occasion bring you and your loved ones closer together and strengthen the bonds of unity and compassion. Stay safe and enjoy the festivities! عيد مبارك! 🌙 نتمنى للجميع عيد أ��حى سعيد ومبارك مليء بالسعادة والسلام والازدهار. نسأل الله أن يجعل هذه المناسبة الخاصة فرصة للتقارب وتعزيز روابط الوحدة والرحمة.

🌟 Exciting Partnership Announcement! 🌟 We at Homegrown Ventures are thrilled to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with leading mid-market focused GCC fund manager, Aliph Capital; collaborating to foster growth and innovation within the CPG sector. This strategic partnership signifies our mutual commitment to supporting early-stage companies in the UAE’s CPG sector by leveraging our strengths to drive value creation and sustainable growth – supporting economic diversification goals. We are excited about the possibilities this collaboration brings and look forward to a fruitful and mutually beneficial relationship. #HomegrownVentures #AliphCapital #FMCG #CPG #Innovation #Partnership #Growth #PrivateEquity #GCC

🌟 We are thrilled to share that our General Partner, Ahmad Shamieh, participated as a panelist at the Food Business Forum 🌟 The panel, titled #ByteSizedBreakthroughs: Embracing Diverse Tastes, explored how tech and data-driven intelligence are revolutionizing the FMCG and grocery retail landscape. Key insights included: - The strategic enhancement of marketing strategies through tech-led innovations. - Diverse tools making businesses more customer-centric. - Building stronger community connections and standout brand experiences. - Tech and data are not just buzzwords; they are the future of FMCG and grocery retail. Ahmad, along with other industry leaders (Umesh Chopra, Sadique Ahmed Mohamed, Robin Nagar, Hrishikesh Datar & Tamanna Padhi), delved deep into these themes, offering invaluable perspectives on how technology is reshaping every aspect of our business. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the organizers IMAGES RetailME , Anurima Das , Bianca Noronha . We look forward to continuing these conversations and driving innovation in the FMCG sector. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from Homegrown Ventures as we embrace the future of food and retail! #HomegrownVentures #FMCG #Innovation #TechInRetail #FoodBusinessForum #ByteSizedBreakthroughs #startups #UAE