About Us

Shaping Tomorrow’s FinTech Landscape
Our Focus
At 1957 Ventures, we are committed to revolutionizing the financial industry of Saudi Arabia.
Powered by a fund backed by Riyad Bank, and guided by the visionary goals
of Saudi Vision 2030, we forge ahead to build, empower, and accelerate innovative FinTech ventures.
Dive into our journey of creating a future where technology and finance merge to open new realms of possibilities for businesses
and individuals alike.

Vision

Innovation
To be the most innovative and trusted partner in FinTech and digital venture innovations, driving financial inclusion and empowering Saudi Arabia’s economy.

Mission

Inclusion & Empowerment
Unleash financial innovation, champion financial inclusion, and empower businesses and individuals by building, launching, and scaling disruptive FinTech ventures.
What We Do

Empowering Fintech

In 1957 Ventures, we invest and nurture innovative ventures, providing them with the resources, mentorship, and strategic guidance needed to achieve sustainable growth. Our focus is on empowering visionary entrepreneurs to transofrm their ideas into successful, impactful businesses

Strategic Partnerships

Building lasting partnerships with industry leaders to create
synergies that drive success for FinTech ventures.

 

Expansion

Supporting ventures in identifying and entering new
markets, helping them achieve a global presence and
scalability.

 

Tech-Driven Solutions

Leveraging cutting-edge technologies to foster innovation and ensure startups remain competitive in a fast-evolving market.

 

Entrepreneurial Excellence

Through resources and expert guidance, we empower the ventrures cofounders to turn their visionary ideas into enterprises

 

Board of Directors
Nader Al-Koraya

Nader Al-Koraya

Chairman of the Board

Mazen Pharaon

Mazen Pharaon

Vice Chairman of the Board

Omar Al-Madhi

Omar Al-Madhi

Board Member

Abdullah Al-Oraini

Abdullah Al-Oraini

Board Member

Qaiser Noor

Qaiser Noor

Board Member

Our Team

Emad Kashghari

Emad Kashghari

CEO

Ghassan AlSafi

Ghassan AlSafi

Chief of Business

Alvaro Rojo Duran

Alvaro Rojo Duran

Head of Portfolio

Lukas Schlund

Lukas Schlund

Head of Investment

Motaz Hajaj

Motaz Hajaj

Head of Marketing & Communications

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