Founders & Funders

Where founders, investors, and builders collide to share hard-earned lessons on scaling, raising, and thriving in emerging markets. Expect bold conversations about global growth, capital, and the future of venture.

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FOUNDERS & FUNDERS

The Founders & Funders track is where MENA’s and the world’s boldest entrepreneurs and investors connect to discuss building in emerging markets, scaling globally, and raising capital in the age of AI. Expect conversations on the future of venture, new founder archetypes, regional unicorns, exits, and venture capital. This is the arena for those shaping the next decade of startup creation and funding.

WHO ATTENDS?

FOUNDERS & BUILDERS

VCs, LPs, & ANGELS

CORPORATE LEADERS & ACCELERATORS

POLICY MAKERS & ENABLERS

"We've had an epic two days at Step Conference - from being the Main Partner of the Start Track, networking and meeting new faces at our stand, to watching our startups chat with potential investors."

"I love the experience, love the interaction and the people we meet at Step. This is where I see the new generation, I engage, hear ideas, and see the ecosystem growing"

Founders & Funders

FOUNDERS & FUNDERS

WHO ATTENDS?

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"We've had an epic two days at Step Conference - from being the Main Partner of the Start Track, networking and meeting new faces at our stand, to watching our startups chat with potential investors."

"I love the experience, love the interaction and the people we meet at Step. This is where I see the new generation, I engage, hear ideas, and see the ecosystem growing"

"If you want to see a different Middle East that is buzzing with energy, then you come to Step"

"Well done Step Conference. Always rocking!"

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