About StartSmart
StartSmart Hub was launched in 2016 as a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and startups and enhancing the innovation ecosystem in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Supported by the Community Jameel Saudi Foundation, the hub provides a comprehensive platform that offers crucial programs and services, including entrepreneurial competitions, business accelerators and incubators, mentorship programs, as well as educational and enrichment events across various sectors.
Program & Service
Programs
Jameel DeepTech Initiative
Transform your scientific research into a venture
Services
Financing Services
Obtain easy loans from Abdul Latif Jameel Finance Company.
Entrepreneurship License for Foreigners
Bring your startup to Saudi Arabia.
Testimonial
Abdul-Ilah Fadel
Beneficiary of Start Smart meetups
Attending the StartSmart meeting gave me the impetus to pursue entrepreneurship. It introduced me to entrepreneurship many positive aspects and how they can benefit me. I explored the tools necessary to achieve entrepreneurial success. Thank you, Community Jameel and StartSmart.
Ahmed Bahaj
Beneficiary of StartSmart meetups
Today's StartSmart meeting was enriching, helping me broaden my horizons and learn how to integrate the entrepreneurial aspect into any scientific field.
Hassan Al-Yamani
Executive Director of Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises at Abdul Latif Jameel United Finance Company
The StartSmart meeting was very enriching and enjoyable. The attendees' interaction with the guests and each other, along with their insightful questions, reflected the eager spirit of young people seeking to learn from the experiences of others.
Dr. Thamer Al-Indijani
Founder of the IgY Shield
I am delighted to have participated in the Jameel Deep Technology Initiative, where I delivered intensive two-day training that empowers project owners to transform their ideas into products, and startup founders to scale and grow their businesses. We benefited greatly from the program and the relationships we built with the other participants.
Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Hariri
Judge for the StartSmart Competition
There is a wonderful diversity in the projects participating in the StartSmart Competition, as well as in the fields and expertise involved. There are diverse ideas that offer real value to society, and we hope to see them enter the market.
Dr. Muhannad Al-Mutairi
Founder of SARsatX, winner of the StartSmart 2023 competition
The StartSmart competition allowed us to meet many brilliant minds, entrepreneurs, and innovators, and provided us with invaluable support. We will use the prize money to further develop our website for satellite image analysis.
Abduljawad Chaudhry
Technology Expert and Chairman of the Board of Atheer Company
Many entrepreneurs need the kind of guidance, direction, and empowerment I witnessed at the AI lab; it was truly remarkable and something to be proud of.
Basmah Khalid
Beneficiary of Social Media Lab
The Social Media Lab is one of the events that has guided me to where I aspire to be. The individual consultations with experts and the distinguished meetings provided what we needed.
Latest News
Latest News
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The Jameel DeepTech Initiative 2025 Awards Winning Startups...
In its final ceremony held at The Garage in Riyadh, the Jameel DeepTech Initiative awarded...
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Launch of “Start Smart Competition 2025” to Support Saudi...
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StartSmart Hub Hosts the “Artificial Intelligence Lab” to...
As part of its ongoing efforts to support entrepreneurs and enhance their utilization of artificial...