Sheraa’s inaugural Deal Dock draws $670M+ investor interest

Leading venture capital firms join forces at Deal Dock

This edition of Sheraa Deal Dock welcomed the participation of six investors: Global Ventures, Continuous Ventures, Oraseya Capital, Wamda Capital, Beco Capital, and Shorooq Partners. Collectively, these firms represent a capital pool exceeding $671 million, underscoring the strength and growing reputation of Sharjah’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, as well as Sheraa’s ability to convene mission-aligned capital partners. Each investor brought distinct sector expertise and investment philosophies, contributing to the event’s goal of facilitating high-value, founder-investor connections that go beyond the pitch.

Facilitating meaningful connections between startups and investors

The event aligns with Sheraa’s wider mission to accelerate access to capital and support the growth of impactful ventures. Each of the participating startups took part in one-on-one meetings with aligned investors. These meetings were matched to ensure mutual interest and sector alignment, maximising the chances of meaningful outcomes.

Founders gain insights in “Inside the Investor’s Mind” fireside chat

The event featured a fireside chat titled Inside the Investor’s Mind, offering founders rare insight into investor expectations and decision-making dynamics. The chat featured Sonia Weymuller, Co-Founder and General Partner at VentureSouq and a Sheraa Advisory Board Member, in conversation with moderator Nader Amiri, General Partner at Homegrown Ventures and a Sheraa alum. As a leading voice in the investment space, Weymuller shared valuable perspectives drawn from her experience supporting startups across the region and beyond.

Strategic partnership with continuous venture capital to boost early-stage funding

During the event, Sheraa signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Continuous Venture Capital, marking a strategic collaboration aimed at expanding funding opportunities for Sheraa portfolio startups, specifically targeting those in the pre-seed and seed stages.

MoU reinforces Sheraa’s commitment to startup growth

The MoU was signed by HE Sara Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, CEO of Sheraa, and Colin Meagle, Founding Partner of Continuous Venture Capital. This partnership reinforces Sheraa’s commitment to accelerating startup growth by facilitating access to early-stage capital, strengthening investment readiness, and connecting founders with regional and international investors. Through this collaboration, startups will benefit from strategic support, market exposure, and tailored engagement with Continuous VC’s investment network.

Empowering purpose-driven entrepreneurs through strategic collaboration

Her Excellency Sara Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, CEO of Sheraa, said: “Sheraa Deal Dock reflects our continued commitment to building platforms that unlock meaningful opportunities for both entrepreneurs and investors...”

She added: “We recognise that early-stage founders need more than just capital; they need partners who understand the challenges of building a business and are committed to their long-term success..."

Continuous VC affirms commitment to regional innovation

Highlighting the strategic value of the collaboration, Colin Meagle, Founding Partner, Continuous Venture Capital said:

"We believe that transformative ventures often begin with a single opportunity; one that’s backed by belief, guidance, and access to the right resources..."

Sheraa’s track record and future vision for Sharjah’s startup ecosystem

Sheraa Deal Dock exemplifies Sheraa’s role in positioning Sharjah as a global hub for entrepreneurship and innovation. Since 2016, Sheraa has supported over 450 startups and helped raise nearly $300 million in funding. Events like Deal Dock represent the next chapter in this journey, where curated access, quality engagement, and measurable outcomes define success.