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About Rowad

About Rowad

Empowering Saudi Arabia's Entrepreneurial Future

Under the umbrella of SEDCO Capital, Rowad has been at the forefront of entrepreneurship development in the Kingdom since 2015 — free, open, and built for every founder.

2,400 +

Entrepreneurs Supported

SAR 50 M+

Funding Connected

120 +

Expert Mentors

11 Years

Serving Saudi Arabia

Our Story

Built for every founder, at every stage.

About SEDCO Holding: Vision, Values & Impact

SEDCO Holding, a prominent Saudi investment company established in 1976 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, has evolved from its origins as a modest trading and contracting enterprise into one of the Kingdom's largest family-owned businesses. Renowned for its commitment to exemplary corporate governance, SEDCO Holding has earned recognition as a global leader in investment management. It strategically fosters positive and sustainable societal impact, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.

SEDCO Holding oversees a diverse investment portfolio spanning over several strategic sectors such as hospitality, healthcare, education, asset management, and real estate. Emphasizing strategic growth areas that bolster Saudi Arabia's economic diversification goals, the group actively contributes to national development initiatives, advancing both economic progress and societal welfare.

For more details about SEDCO Holding, please visit www.sedco.com

Information about Rowad

Rowad is a training program aimed at enhancing financial awareness among entrepreneurs through courses that shed light on how to manage financial operations in startup companies, thereby increasing their chances of sustainability. This is achieved by educating entrepreneurs on how to prepare feasibility studies, structure pricing models, identify and manage financing opportunities, understand Islamic banking and the options it provides, and interpret financial indicators and reports.

Rowad was born from a simple belief: that every Saudi entrepreneur deserves access to quality education, practical tools, and a supportive community — regardless of their background or financial situation.

From aspiring founders with just an idea to established businesses ready to scale internationally, Rowad provides a complete ecosystem of support across every stage of the entrepreneurial journey.

  • Free access to 200+ tools and templates
  • Expert mentor network of 120+ advisors
  • Structured learning paths for every stage

Core Values

What we stand for.

Excellence

World-class entrepreneurial resources tailored for the Saudi ecosystem.

Accessibility

Free, open access to every Saudi entrepreneur regardless of background.

Innovation

Continuously evolving to meet the changing needs of modern founders.

Community

Building a deeply supportive ecosystem where entrepreneurs thrive together.

Our Journey

A decade of impact.

  1. 2016

    Rowad Platform Launched

    SEDCO Holding launches Rowad to empower Saudi entrepreneurs.

  2. 2017

    10,000 Entrepreneurs

    Platform reaches a milestone of 10,000 registered entrepreneurs.

  3. 2018

    Digital Transformation

    Full digital pivot with online courses, webinars, and tools.

  4. 2019

    50+ Partnerships

    Ecosystem expanded with major national and international partners.

  5. 2026

    Excellence Award

    Recognized for outstanding contribution to entrepreneurship education.

Ecosystem Partners

Backed by the best in the Kingdom.

Rowad works alongside Saudi Arabia's leading organizations to create real opportunities for entrepreneurs.

  • Monsha'at
  • National eLearning Center
  • Ministry of communication and information technologie
  • Kafalah
  • FintechSaudi
  • Social Development Bank

Success Stories

Heard from our community.

Great events, and great resources to learn from!

The Rowad Nomou program is rich in information and serves as a foundational stage for everything entrepreneurs might encounter when entering the world of entrepreneurship through their innovative ventures.