◆ From Acceleration to Expansion
A 3-month intensive program empowering seed-stage startups to scale across Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Expert mentorship, direct investment, and a direct path to the region's most dynamic markets.
VMS is a venture studio dedicated to empowering MENA entrepreneurs and international startups to thrive in the Saudi market through its resources, expertise, and strategic network.
By combining expert insights, strong networks, and structured resources, we create an environment that accelerates growth while reducing risks — giving founders the tools and connections needed to build lasting success.
Visit VMS WebsiteIntensive mentorship, curriculum, and market access to fast-track your startup.
Equip your startup with tools and knowledge to attract and secure investment.
Direct path to the Saudi and MENA markets through our strategic network.
Leadership training, business fundamentals, and fundraising mastery.
◆ From Acceleration to Expansion
Choose your track — or apply to both. VMS Accelerate runs simultaneously in Cairo and Madinah, creating a seamless bridge for talent and innovation across the MENA region.
Scale your Egyptian startup and build a direct bridge to the Saudi market. Cairo Accelerate connects Egypt's most promising founders with the capital, mentors, and market access needed to expand regionally.
Establish and grow your startup at the heart of Saudi Arabia. Madinah Accelerate provides the investment, mentorship, and ecosystem connections to build a thriving venture in one of the world's fastest-growing markets.
Program onboarding, goal setting, and milestone planning.
Core business fundamentals, market analysis, and model refinement.
Introductions to 8 program partners and startup filtration review.
Customer acquisition strategies, growth experiments, and KPI tracking.
Pitch refinement, due diligence preparation, and investor simulation.
Cross-border expansion strategy and Demo Day preparation.
Our unique program features set VMS Accelerate apart from traditional accelerators — providing hands-on, real-world experiences that prepare founders for every stage of growth.
Meet a different investor every week. Build real relationships, gain direct access to investor mindsets, and receive real-time feedback on your business strategy.
Each startup selects one real customer as an informal board member — ensuring continuous product-market fit alignment and authentic customer insights throughout the program.
A realistic simulation of an investment committee meeting. Practice your pitch under pressure, receive detailed feedback, and prepare for real due diligence processes.
Leverage VMS's extensive network and expertise to navigate the Saudi market, establish strategic partnerships, and build a strong regional presence.
Structured biweekly sessions with mentors and advisors tracking revenue growth, product development, team performance, fundraising readiness, and market traction.
A 2-day closing event: cohort graduation, investor pitching, and the Egypt–Saudi Bridge Program — your launchpad for cross-border expansion.
Narrow down to 20–30 shortlisted startups.
All ApplicantsPre-program bootcamp selects top 10 startups.
Evaluation TrackIntensive program selects top 5–7 startups.
Investment TrackPitching, investor meetings, and deal closing.
Investor TrackContinued mentorship, network access, and expansion support.
Bridge ProgramJoin VMS Accelerate as a partner and gain early access to the region's most promising scaleups, high-impact branding, and a de-risked pipeline of investment-ready startups.
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