“Valuation” Panel, at Rally Accelerate Mentorship Bootcamp: “From local to Gloabl”

“The key is to determine a valuation that is grounded in market realities, yet also aligns with the startup's unique growth potential and inherent risks.”

A panel discussion by the esteemed panelists:

- Maged Harby, General Manager at EdVentures

- Ahmed Gomaa, Managing partner Negm ventures

- Nada Helmy, Value Creation Manager,Hala ventures

Moderated by: 

- Islam Mohamed, Chief Investment Officer at Arwegah, KSA. 

Here’s breakdown of some of the key points: 

The discussion began with the critical influence of economic conditions on startup valuation, highlighting investor preference for resilient businesses during downturns. Patent-holding companies were mentioned as a favored option due to their easily valued intellectual property. This broader market reach, as panelists agreed, is key to attracting investors seeking long-term value creation.