Tamara is a prominent shopping and payments platform based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and serves the GCC region. Founded in September 2020 by Abdulmajeed Alsukhan and his partners, the company aims to revolutionize shopping, payment, and banking experiences. With a workforce of over 350 employees, Tamara operates additional offices in the UAE, Egypt, Germany, and Vietnam. The platform empowers merchants by providing flexible payment solutions, including installment options, through its application programming interfaces and plugins. This functionality enhances customer experiences and boosts sales for merchants. Tamara has established a robust customer base of 6 million and collaborates with over 15,000 partner merchants, which include both leading global brands and local small and medium enterprises. The company has successfully raised significant funding, highlighting its strong market presence and growth potential.
Kingdom Holding Company
Post in 2022
Kingdom Holding Company, founded in 1979 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a prominent international investment firm led by HRH Prince Alwaleed bin Talal. The company has established a diverse portfolio, investing in sectors such as aviation, banking, financial services, digital services, e-commerce, education, healthcare, hotel management, and petrochemicals. Kingdom Holding Company is recognized for its strategic focus on high-performance companies and leading brands, including notable entities like Apple, Citigroup, and Walt Disney. The firm adopts a long-term investment approach, aiming to extract value from undervalued or underperforming assets while leveraging Prince Alwaleed’s extensive experience and international network.
ACWA Power
Corporate Round in 2020
ACWA Power International is a company specializing in the development, investment, co-ownership, and operation of power generation and desalinated water production facilities. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, it manages a diverse portfolio that includes thermal, solar photovoltaic, solar concentrated solar power, and wind energy projects. Additionally, ACWA Power provides operations and maintenance services specifically for the power generation and water desalination sectors. The company has a significant regional presence, with operations in various countries, including Saudi Arabia, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Morocco, South Africa, Turkey, Vietnam, Mozambique, and Egypt. As a subsidiary of ACWA Holding Company, ACWA Power plays a crucial role in addressing energy and water needs across its operational territories.