What does it really take to launch a business in Saudi Arabia, especially as a newcomer to the ecosystem?

In this episode of Success Saudi, we sit down with tech entrepreneur and business consultant Ahmad Mushtaq, founder of Ibtdara, to unpack the practical side of building a company in the Kingdom.

From content creation and licensing to community building and tech tools, Ahmad shares hard-earned insights and hands-on tips for anyone looking to start strong in Saudi.

🔹 The biggest takeaway from his MBA at Prince Mohammed Bin Salman College

🔹 How creating content helped grow his brand and business

🔹 What every founder should know about the licensing process

🔹 How to “test the waters” before registering your company

🔹 The power of webinars

Whether you’re based in Saudi or just exploring the market, this episode will help you navigate the startup landscape with clarity and confidence.

Thank you to the team at the beautiful Dur Al Hada Compound for hosting us.