Vibes AlUla Launches New Edition of 'Rowad AlUla' Accelerator to Empower Startup Owners

Vibes AlUla announced the launch of a new edition of the “Rowad AlUla” Business Accelerator, aimed at supporting and empowering startup business owners in AlUla Governorate. The three-month program is designed to help entrepreneurs grow and scale their ventures across a range of key development sectors.

 Building on the success of previous editions, this latest accelerator cycle will run from July 1 through November. Participants will benefit from tailored mentorship sessions, training workshops, and opportunities to pitch to investors, as well as networking with potential partners and collaborators.

 The accelerator is free of charge and requires in-person attendance at Vibes AlUla headquarters. It targets local residents who own small or micro enterprises, as well as entrepreneurs with existing revenue-generating projects. Priority sectors include retail, tourism, agriculture, food and beverages, culture, and other industries critical to AlUla’s sustainable development.

 The previous edition achieved impressive outcomes, including a 38% increase in participant sales, with total sales surpassing SAR6.88 million, the creation of over 55 job opportunities, and the formation of more than 15 strategic partnerships.