Venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe will converge in Dubai on October 17-18, 2024, for VC Weekend 2024, an exclusive event organized by Gingo Partners, an official community partner of  GITEX. This highly anticipated event will be held at 25Hrs Hotel, providing a dynamic platform for investors, business leaders, and tech founders to connect and explore the latest developments shaping the venture capital landscape.

Unpacking Key Trends and Opportunities

VC Weekend 2024 is set to be a critical hub for discussions on emerging trends in venture capital, including investment opportunities in gaming, new media, e-commerce, and other fast-growing sectors. The conference will center around the theme of unlocking key trends in venture capital investment. Attendees can expect keynote speeches, panel discussions, and fireside chats featuring some of the brightest minds in the industry, including:

• Swati Trivedi, representing Magnitt, who will present insights from the 2024 MENA VC Report, highlighting the region’s evolving investment dynamics.
• Jamil Shinawi from Actual VC, 25Six9, and Ivan Drobychev, CEO of Grechka Media, will come together for a fireside chat titled, “How to Avoid FOMO in VC Investing.” They will discuss strategies for navigating the emotional pitfalls of investment decisions and offer practical advice on avoiding the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO) in venture capital. This session aims to equip investors with tools to stay focused on long-term value and make informed, rational decisions.

The conference will explore the next wave of innovation and how investors can position themselves to capitalize on the changing landscape of technology and finance. Panels like “Gaming and New Media: What Investment Opportunities Will the New Generation Bring?” will shed light on where future growth lies, driven by the increasing influence of younger consumers and tech advancements.

A Premier Networking Opportunity

Designed for high-level networking, VC Weekend 2024 offers participants an intimate setting to engage with like-minded professionals, expand their networks, and foster collaborations. The event kicks off with an exclusive investor dinner on October 17, followed by the main conference on October 18. Attendees will have the chance to meet leading venture capital firms, family offices, and startups that are shaping the future of various industries.

Supported by Industry-Leading Partners

This year VC Weekend proudly joins forces with GITEX North Star as an official community partner, elevating the event’s significance within the global tech and venture capital landscape. Supported by Magnitt, which returns with its exclusive MENA VC report for the third year, and Shorooq Partners, a key player in early-stage investments, the event will bring together some of the region’s most active venture investors, including Oraseya Capital, OQAL, Forward Angel, and many more. This partnership underscores the event’s commitment to delivering top-tier insights and fostering connections across the global venture ecosystem.

“I am very excited to see how VC Weekend has managed to become a meeting point for the UAE’s venture capital industry professionals.  As any other industry we need a platform  where market players can exchange knowledge and experience. In the ever-changing venture capital space this exchange is crucial.” – says Maria Ivanova,  founder of VC Weekend and Gingo Partners.