🗓️ 3 Mar - 6 Mar, 2024
📍Doha, Qatar | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | Dubai, UAE 👔 7-10 CEOs from Southeast Asia, networking with 15-20 investors and strategic partners from the GCC
Agenda and Overview
FAQs
🌍 About the event
The second edition of the Asia Gulf Founders Summit (AGFS) will take place from March 3 – 6 2024 between Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Abu Dhabi. AGFS hosts founders, VCs, corporates, government and limited partners from across Southeast Asia in the GCC.
The summit is an exclusive invite-only event and curated by Golden Gate Ventures and the summit partners.
The relationship between Southeast Asia and the GCC is based on mutual interests and cooperation in various fields, such as trade, investment, energy, tourism, education, and culture. Both regions share common values of peace, stability, and diversity, and have established formal dialogue mechanisms to enhance their partnership.
The format will mix between networking (breakfast/lunches/dinners), Leap Conference, formal meetings at investor offices, panel talks, and a Saudi Investor Showcase.
Please check the latest deck HERE.
Companies (Founders/CxOs) attending.
- Appota - Appota Group is the pioneering company in providing technology solutions and digital entertainment content in Vietnam.
- Funding Societies - Revolutionizing cash flow management for more than 100,000 SMEs in Asia
- Hijra - The world's first Shariah-compliant neobank
- Speqtral - Merging space-based transmission with terrestrial fibre to create a quantum key distribution communication network that will ensure absolute data security for governments, corporations, and tomorrow’s most sensitive communications.
- StaffAny - StaffAny is a workforce management solution specially made for the shift work industry, enabling a connected workforce.
- Xendit - Most secure online payment gateway in the SEA, helping your business accept and send local & international payments.
- Perx - An AI customer engagement and loyalty platform for businesses
GCC Investors we're setting meetings with (either group events or 1on1s)
- QFC
- InvestQatar
- Sheikh Mansoor (MBK Holding)
- QDB (Dev Bank)
- Bloomberg Economic Forum VIP Dinner
- QSTP
- QInvest
- Narmo Capital
- DAAL Ventures
- NEOM
- Milaha Capital
- QIC
- DAI Capital
- EDB Bahrain
- Qatar Insurance Group
- Tybourne Capital
- AIIB
- And 5 more investors pending
3 Mar 2024 ( Sunday ) Doha | |
12:00PM - 12:10PM | Head out from Pullman Hotel |
12:10PM - 12:30PM | Tavel Time |
12:30PM - 2:30PM | Qatar Ecosystem Investor-Portfolio Meet & Greet 12:30PM Welcome Speech from Michael & Henk12:40PM: Informal introduction from the Portfolios 1:00PM : Lunch |
2:30PM - 3:00PM | Tavel Time |
3:00PM - 4:30PM | Optional : Islamic Museum Doha Tour |
4:30PM - 5:30PM | Travel Time |
5:30PM - 6:00PM | Fireside Chat : Mohammed Al-Emadi QDB & Vinnie Lauria Golden Gate VenturesModerator : Dr. Hana El Basha |
6:00PM - 6:30PM | Networking |
6:30PM - 9:00PM | Dinner Reception @ Heenat Salma Farm |
9:30PM - 10:00PM | Back to Hotel |
4 Mar 2024 ( Monday ) Doha →Riyadh Option 1 | |
05:30AM - 06:00AM | Option1 : Travel from Pullman Hotel to Hamad International Airport |
08:45AM - 10:25AM | Option1 : Flight to Riyadh |
10:50AM - 11:50AM | Option1 : King Khalid International Airport to Al Hamra Warick & Novotel Suites |
11:50AM - 4:00PM | Option1 : LEAP Conference |
5:00PM - 6:30PM | Option1 : 1 Company Visit - MISA (TBC) |
6:30PM - 7:00PM | Option1 : Travel to Dinner location |
7:00PM - 9:30PM | Option1 : Dinner Reception |
9:30PM - 10:00PM | Option1 : Back to Hotel |
4 Mar 2024 ( Monday ) Doha →Riyadh Option 2 | |
8:45AM - 09:10AM | Check out and Head out from Pullman Hotel |
9:15AM - 09:45AM | Travel to Hamad International Airport |
12:30PM- 2:10PM | Flight to Riyadh |
2:30PM - 4:00PM | Travel Time to Hotel for Check in |
3:45PM - 5:30PM | Vinnie's Judging Slot - Rocket Fuel Pitch Competition Semi Finals 2, Startup Stage |
5:00PM - 6:30PM | 1 Company Visit - MISA (TBC) |
6:30PM - 7:00PM | Travel to Dinner location |
7:00PM - 9:30PM | LEAP Dinner Reception |
9:30PM - 10:00PM | Back to Hotel |
5 Mar 2024 ( Tuesday ) Riyadh , Riyadh → Abu Dhabi | |
7:30AM - 8:30AM | Breakfast at Hotel / Check out |
9:00AM - 11:30AM | Company Visit |
11:30AM - 1:30PM | Investor Lunch |
2:00PM - 6:00PM | Leap Conference |
6:00PM - 7:00PM | Return to hotel for luggage collection |
7:00PM - 730PM | Travel to King Khaled International Airport from Hotel Location |
10:45PM - 01:20AM + 1day | Flight to Abu Dhabi |
6 Mar 2024 ( Wednesday ) Abu Dhabi | |
2:00AM - 3:00AM | Check in to Marriott Hotel |
8:30AM - 10:00AM | Breakfast at Hotel & Check out |
10:30AM - 12:30PM | Hub 71 Intro & Investor - Portfolio Meet & Greet |
1:00PM - 2:30PM | Lunch |
3:00PM - 5:30PM | AIIB Office Visit |
6:00 PM | END of Programme |
6:30PM - 7:30PM | Travel to Zayed International Airport |
✈️ Travel
Click here to check on your visa requirements.
🇶🇦 VISA for Qatar
Health insurance is mandatory for everyone travelling to Doha. You can click into this link and purchase from QLM or QIC. https://www.moph.gov.qa/english/derpartments/policyaffairs/hfid/hirs/insurancecompanies/Pages/default.aspx
Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, EU, US, UK :
You don't need a visa. You can travel to your destination for a limited stay. Be sure to check other entry requirements and how long you can stay for.
Vietnam :
Option 1 : Electronic travel authorization may be available Travelers may be eligible to apply for travel authorization to visit Qatar for Business or Tourism. Travelers can obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for Qatar if they hold a valid visa or residency for United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Schengen countries, Australia, or New Zealand. Travelers can submit the eTA application online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eTA confirmation electronically. An eTA is electronically linked to a passport and valid for up to 30 days. If travelers receive a new passport, they must apply for a new eTA. A valid eTA is required to board the flight. If the eTA is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
Option 2: Electronic Haaya visa Travelers need a visa to visit Qatar for Business or Tourism. A Haaya eVisa is the fastest and easiest way to obtain a Qatar visa because travelers can submit their applications and supporting documents online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically. A valid visa is required to board the flight. If the visa is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
🇸🇦 VISA for Saudi Arabia
Singapore, Malaysia, EU, US, UK :
Option 1 : Saudi eVisa
Fees : US 192 Entries : Multiple Stay for 90 Days Validity : 1 Year
Option 2 : Visa on arrival Travelers need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia for Tourism for a maximum stay of 90 days. Travelers can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing.
Indonesia & Vietnam :
Option 1: Visa on Arrival may be available with conditions Travelers need a visa to visit Saudi Arabia for Tourism for a maximum stay of 90 days. Travelers who are permanent residents or travelers with a valid business or tourism visa issued by United Kingdom, United States, or a Schengen member state are eligible for a visa on arrival. The visa must be valid and have been used at least once, and travelers must have an entry stamp from the issuing country. Travelers can get a visa on arrival in Saudi Arabia at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing.
Option 2: Visitor Visa A visa is needed to visit Saudi Arabia for Tourism. A paper or embassy visa is available for travelers visiting Saudi Arabia. The visa is typically a stamp or sticker added to the passport. Travelers must obtain this visa from a local embassy, consulate, or visa center before traveling.
🇦🇪 VISA for UAE
Singapore, Malaysia, US, UK :
Visa on Arrival Travelers need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for Business or Tourism. Travelers can get a free-of-charge visa on arrival in United Arab Emirates at the port of entry, such as an international airport or border crossing. Travelers can obtain a visa on arrival, which allows them to extend their stay once for an additional 10 days.
Indonesia & Vietnam:
Electronic visitor visa Travelers need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for Business or Tourism. A United Arab Emirates eVisa is the fastest and easiest way of obtaining a visa for United Arab Emirates because travelers can submit their application and supporting documents online. Once the application is approved, travelers receive their eVisa confirmation electronically. A valid visa is required to board the flight. If the visa is expired or doesn’t match the traveler’s passport information, travelers will not be able to board their flight.
Yes, you'll need to arrange your own flights, and transport to/from airports.
- Arrive to Doha, Qatar on Saturday or early AM sunday morning (<6am)
- Sun 3 Mar : Doha
- Mon 4 Mar : Doha -> Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Tues 5 Mar: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia → Abu Dhabi
- Wed 6 Mar: Abu Dhabi
✈️ Departure from Singapore -or- Jakarta -or- HCMC
Singapore Qatar Airway : 2 Mar 20:20 SG → 23:25 DOH (night before) [Flight number: QR 947] Qatar Airway : 3 Mar 02:00 SG → 05:00 DOH [Flight number: QR 945] Jakarta Qatar Airway : 2 Mar 18:20 CGK → 23:00 DOH (night before) [Flight number: QR 957] Qatar Airway : 3 Mar 00:20 CGK → 05:00 DOH [Flight number: QR 955] HCMC Qatar Airway : 2 Mar 19:55 SG T2 → 23:50 DOH (night before) [Flight number: QR 971]
✈️ Departure from Doha, Qatar
*Optional to arrive earlier for LEAP Qatar Airway : 4 Mar 08:45 DOH → 10:25 RUH [Flight number: QR 1170] Qatar Airway : 4 Mar 12:30 DOH → 14:10 RUH [Flight number: QR 1164]
✈️ Departure from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Etihad Airways : 5 Mar 22:45 RUH - 01:20 AUH A [Flight number: EY352]
✈️ Departure from UAE, Abu Dhabi
Singapore Etihad Airways : 6 Mar 22:15 AUH A - 09:35 +1 SG [Flight number: EY470] Jakarta Etihad Airways : 7 Mar 03:05 AUH A - 14:15 CGK [Flight number: EY474] HCMC Qatar Airway : 6 Mar 23:25 AUH A - 13:10 +1 [Flight number: QR1055 & QR 970]
Doha : Pullman Doha West Bay
- Address: Al Shatt St, Doha, Qatar
- Website : https://all.accor.com/hotel/8112/index.en.shtml?utm_campaign=seo+maps&utm_medium=seo+maps&utm_source=google+Maps
Riyadh :
- Al Hamra Palace By Warwick ( sold out )
- Address : P.O.Box 610 King Abdullah Road - 11323 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Website : https://www.warwickhotels.com/al-hamra-palace-by-warwick/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=seo
- Novotel Suites Riyadh Centre
- Address: Street Number 90, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12214, Saudi Arabia
- Website : https://all.accor.com/lien_externe.svlt?goto=fiche_hotel&code_hotel=9203&merchantid=seo-maps-SA-9203&sourceid=aw-cen&utm_medium=seo+maps&utm_source=google+Maps&utm_campaign=seo+maps&y_source=1_MTUzNjA5MzgtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Abu Dhabi : Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi
- Address: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed St - Al Manhal - Al Tibbiya - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
- Website : https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/auhcy-courtyard-world-trade-center-abu-dhabi/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0
Aside from Doha Airport to Pullman hotel, the rest of the transport will be provided if you choose the above flights and hotels.
We will arrange cars each day.
💁Other
- Flights: Borne by the individual
- Hotels: Borne by the individual
- Taxi cost from the airport to Doha Hotel
- All meals on the agenda will be sponsored by Golden Gate Ventures
- Men typically wear long pants and shirts with sleeves that cover the shoulders.
- Dressing modestly is highly recommended for women. While women are not required to cover their heads, they have to to dress conservatively and cover the shoulders and knees in public. Skirts and shorts are generally acceptable, but it’s recommended to avoid anything too high or skimpy. Wearing spaghetti straps, see-through blouses, and transparent clothes is generally not acceptable.
- Both men and women are forbidden from wearing clothing in public that contains words, images, or symbols that support racism or prejudice, or that endorse porn or drug usage
- Here’re guides on how to dress in Doha and Riyadh
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