BECO Capital

BECO Capital is a leading venture capital firm established in 2012, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, with a primary focus on early-stage technology companies across the Gulf and the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The firm is dedicated to identifying and empowering original thinkers and founders who are building category-defining businesses, providing them with capital, strategic guidance, and hands-on operational support from inception to growth. BECO Capital emphasizes a conviction-driven approach, balancing ambition with disciplined execution to foster innovation and contribute to the region's digital transformation.

With over $820 million in assets under management across five funds, BECO Capital has positioned itself as a significant player in the MENA venture capital landscape. The firm operates with a thesis-driven, sector-agnostic investment strategy, while also having core investment pillars in areas such as PropTech, FinTech, AI, Construction-Tech, Retail Tech, and Application Software. They support companies through various stages, from Pre-Seed to Pre-IPO, with typical investment sizes ranging from $150,000 to $10 million for early stages and an average of $20 million for growth-stage investments.

BECO Capital boasts a strong track record of successful investments and exits, including notable companies like Careem, which was acquired by Uber for $3.1 billion, and Property Finder, which achieved a $1 billion exit. Other prominent portfolio companies include Kitopi, Fresha, and Abwaab. The firm's team comprises experienced professionals with deep expertise in investment, operations, and leadership, enabling them to provide comprehensive support to their portfolio companies in areas such as capital raising, business development, and strategic thought partnership.

The firm's mission extends beyond just capital provision; they aim to drive true innovation and progress in the MENA region by partnering with talented founders. BECO Capital actively supports portfolio companies in their expansion efforts within and beyond the MENA region, leveraging its network of international co-investors and limited partners, and adhering to global best practices in venture capital.