Oct 5, 10:00 – 10:30 AM (UTC)
JW Marriott Hotel Muscat, OCEC, مسقط, 113
Join Startup Grind Muscat for a Career Chat at the Oman Career Summit with Motaz Abuonq, Founder & CEO of Value Makers Studio. Gain insights on standing out to investors, building scalable startups, and avoiding common entrepreneurial pitfalls. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders eager to learn from an experienced investor. Session in Arabic.
What makes a young founder stand out to investors? And what does it really take to turn an idea into a scalable business?
Join us for a special Career Chat, hosted by Startup Grind Muscat as part of the Oman Career Summit, featuring Motaz Abuonq, Founder & CEO of Value Makers Studio (VMS), in conversation with Walaa Hamdan, Co-Director of Startup Grind Muscat.
Drawing on his experience as an entrepreneur, investor, and venture builder, Motaz will share his perspective on what investors look for in early-stage founders, how startups can demonstrate their potential, and what it takes to build a business that is ready for growth.
During this interactive conversation, we'll explore:
What investors look for in founders beyond a great idea or pitch deck.
The qualities that make founding teams stand out.
How startups can demonstrate traction and growth potential.
Common mistakes young entrepreneurs make when approaching investors.
Practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs taking their first steps.
Whether you're exploring entrepreneurship as a career path, developing your first business idea, or already building a startup, this session offers an opportunity to hear directly from an investor who works closely with founders across the region.
Session language: Arabic
Monday, October 5, 2026
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM (UTC)
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