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These brothers built Saudi Arabia’s top beauty e-commerce platform—and just took it public, making it the first unicorn company in the tech sector to debut on the main Saudi Exchange. Here’s their story: 🛍️ In 2017, brothers Abdulrahman Alolayan, M.A and Omar Alolayan launched NICE ONE | نايس ون with a clear mission: deliver high-quality beauty products with fast delivery. 🥾 Bootstrapping the business without venture funding, they scaled it from the ground up. 🤝 In 2019, they became Endeavor Entrepreneurs, accessing global mentorship and strategic advice to accelerate their growth. 💸 In 2021, a pivotal investment from Namara Investments propelled Nice One’s next phase of expansion. 🚀 By 2023, they launched their private label, solidifying Nice One as Saudi Arabia’s go-to platform for beauty e-commerce. 📈 And last week, they made history—taking Nice One public on the Saudi Exchange. What started as a small e-commerce platform for cosmetics has become the largest player in Saudi Arabia’s beauty market, reshaping retail in the region. The Al Olayan brothers are now focused on expanding across the GCC, mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs, and inspiring others to build and scale global businesses. Congratulations to Abdulrahman and Omar on this milestone and here’s to the next chapter of Nice One! #Entrepreneurship #IPO #SaudiExchange #MultiplierEffect Endeavor Saudi Arabia

There’s a new way to measure entrepreneurial success, and it’s more than just numbers. At the Endeavor Summit in Miami, entrepreneurs engaged in a day full of discussions centered around impact, personal growth, and resilience—redefining what it means to succeed. Here are a few standout lessons: 🔑 “It’s not an easy journey. You have to do things you’ve never done before.” Dave A. Salvant of SQUIRE reflected on the personal growth required to scale successfully. 👣 “Failures are stepping stones on our path to success.” Author, speaker, and entrepreneur Cherie Kloss emphasized the importance of learning and growing through challenges. 💡 “Don’t surround yourself with ‘yes men.’” Firat Isbecer of Commencis advocated for diversity of thought and bold voices that challenge the status quo. ⏩ “Scale yourself with the business.” Rodrigo Bernardinelli of Digibee reminded us that leaders must evolve alongside their companies as they grow. Thank you to all the speakers, panelists, and participants who made this event so impactful. And congratulations to Endeavor Miami for hosting an unforgettable gathering that left us inspired to redefine success through the #MultiplierEffect: the ripple of impact entrepreneurs create when they lead with purpose and pay it forward. #EndeavorSummit #Entrepreneurship #Innovation #HighImpactEntrepreneurs

We are so excited to welcome Hooi Ling Tan as a new Global Board Member! As the co-founder and former COO of Grab, Southeast Asia’s leading superapp, Ling played a pivotal role in transforming the region’s mobility, delivery, and digital financial landscape, empowering millions of users and businesses across Southeast Asia. Before stepping down from her operational and board roles in 2024, Ling drove Grab’s growth, leading the Technology, Strategy, and Ads divisions, and previously oversaw People Operations, Customer Experience, and Business Operations. Now, she brings her deep expertise in scaling innovative tech businesses to Endeavor, helping us accelerate the growth of high-impact entrepreneurs worldwide. As Linda Rottenberg, our co-founder and CEO, shared: “We’re thrilled to be bringing to the Endeavor Global Board Ling’s expertise in founding and scaling Grab—one of Southeast Asia’s most iconic Decacorns. Singapore, and greater Southeast Asia, are critical to Endeavor’s future and we’re excited to add Ling’s unique perspective as a seasoned operator from the region. Also, Ling will serve as a peer role model for the Endeavor Entrepreneurs contemplating “what’s next?” after scaling and exiting a business.” We’re excited to build the next chapter of Endeavor’s global impact with you, Ling! #Entrepreneurship #HighImpactEntrepreneurs #MoreThanScaleMultiply

We’ve noticed a trend in fintech innovation unfolding in waves. 🌊 These waves are reshaping how the world moves, manages, and accesses money: 🌊 Wave 1: Digitization Early fintech companies in emerging markets like dLocal, Nium, and EBANX simplify cross-border payments, bring more users online, and enable commerce across geographies. 🌊 Wave 2: Disruption Digital banks like Nubank and Tyme drive financial inclusion in fast-growing markets, bringing millions of people into the financial ecosystem for the first time. 🌊 Wave 3: Deployment Companies like Mercado Libre are embedding financial tools directly into their ecosystems, enabling seamless integration of fintech solutions. One thing is clear: Fintech companies in emerging markets are taking center stage—addressing systemic problems, creating local impact, and scaling globally. According to Kriti Sapra, Senior Manager of Entrepreneur Experience-Growth, in our own portfolio, fintech is our second largest and fastest-growing vertical. In 2024, nearly half of Endeavor Catalyst’s investments went to fintech companies, including QI Tech and Moniepoint Group, both of which reached unicorn status. 🦄 We’re proud to support these companies as they lead the way, driving fintech innovation on a global scale. #Fintech #VentureCapital #MultiplierEffect #Entrepreneurship

In 2012, we asked: Could we invest in an Endeavor company that would grow into a billion-dollar business? The answer wasn't just yes—it was 59 times yes. In over a decade, Endeavor Catalyst has invested in 300+ companies across 37 markets, supporting 59 unicorns and seeing 24 successful exits. 15 of them—including Tamara in Saudi Arabia, CARSOME in Malaysia, and Kavak.com in Mexico—were the very first tech unicorns in their markets. 🦄 And this year, Endeavor Catalyst ranked #1 on the Kauffman Fund Returners Index, proving that high returns aren’t limited to traditional VC hubs. But it’s more than numbers. These companies fuel local growth, create jobs, and inspire others to dream big—what we call the Multiplier Effect. 🔄 🎙️ Listen as Allen Taylor shares the story of Endeavor Catalyst and the power of VC in emerging markets with Olga Maslikhova on The J Curve Podcast: https://lnkd.in/eM5h2aht #MoreThanScaleMultiply #MultiplierEffect #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital

In every corner of the globe, connection fuels our mission. In 2024, our community came together—from the Endeavor Catalyst Investor Meeting in San Francisco to Fintech Forward in Riyadh to the launch of our global hub in London—to inspire, collaborate, and grow together. ✨ Each connection strengthens the heart of what we do: building a global #NetworkOfTrust. 🤝 We’re grateful for the shared moments that defined this year. Here’s to continuing our journey of impact, together, in 2025! 🚀 #OneEndeavor #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #MultiplierEffect

Using satellite technology to predict a volcanic eruption and evacuate people in time? 🌋 This is just one of the groundbreaking innovations shared at the Endeavor Catalyst Gathering in NYC earlier this month. 150+ members of the Catalyst community came together to explore the future of global venture capital—and here’s what stood out: 🚀 The market is picking back up. Matt Harris of Bain Capital Ventures made his first investment in four years, signaling optimism for a more dynamic, multipolar world. 🌱 Local and regional GPs are key to ecosystem growth. Dilek DAYINLARLI of ScaleX Ventures and Rafa de Haro of COMETA spoke about the opportunities in emerging markets and the resilient entrepreneurs leading the way. 🪐 Space innovation is now global. Companies like ICEYE from Poland are using satellite data to address crises, while D-Orbit from Italy is leading sustainability in space. One thing is clear after these conversations: innovation is happening everywhere. Thank you to the speakers and attendees who made this gathering unforgettable. Curious to see Endeavor Catalyst’s Top 10 VC predictions for 2025? Read them here: https://lnkd.in/dMh4NMHw #Entrepreneurship #VC #VentureCapital #MoreThanScaleMultiply

For 27+ years, we’ve held International Selection Panels (ISPs) around the world to select entrepreneurs who are not just building the next unicorns but transforming entire ecosystems. 🔍 🚀 In 2024, we held 12 ISPs: 4 in-person—including our milestone 100th ISP in Dublin 🎉—and 8 virtual, welcoming 152 new Endeavor Entrepreneurs leading 89 companies. A huge thank you to our global mentors who contributed their time, expertise, and passion to selecting these #Multipliers of tomorrow. 🤝 And a special thank you to Endeavor Vietnam, Endeavor Kenya, Endeavor Ireland, and Endeavor Miami for hosting this year’s in-person ISPs. 🇻🇳🇰🇪🇮🇪🇺🇸 Take a look at some unforgettable moments from the year! 📸 ➡️ #EndeavorISP #MoreThanScaleMultiply #EndeavorEntrepreneurs #Entrepreneurship

At Endeavor, we know that no connection is random. Every introduction unlocks new opportunities—turning casual meetings into mentorships, acquaintances into allies, and conversations into game-changing partnerships. ✨🤝 And it all comes down to trust. When founders connect in a trusted space, ideas flow freely, barriers disappear, and opportunities emerge in the most unexpected ways. As 2024 comes to a close, we're celebrating the connections that have driven incredible milestones across our global network. 🌎 From a ride to the airport that led to an acquisition to a lunch that reconnected two fintech founders, take a look at the thread below to see just a few of the powerful connections made this year. ➡️ #NetworkOfTrust #MoreThanScaleMultiply #MultiplierEffect #Entrepreneurship Linda Rottenberg Allen Taylor Veronica Allende Serra Brandon Timinsky Ahmed F. Karslı Jason Green Elaine C. Martin Escobari Hande Cilingir Amr Shady Stefan Moller Tjaart van der Walt Coenraad (Coen) Jonker David Vélez

The magic of Endeavor lies in its people. ✨ As we reflect on 2024, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible milestones achieved this year—whether it was launching our newest office in Ukraine, opening our global hub in London, or welcoming 152 new high-impact entrepreneurs. These accomplishments are a testament to the dedication of our global team. Thank you to each and every one of you for going above and beyond to amplify the impact of our entrepreneurs and help transform economies worldwide. Happy Holidays, #OneEndeavor!