Ooredoo Hosts Ooredoo Business Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Forum, Championing SME Growth across the Sultanate

Al Bawaba

30-04-2025

Under the auspices of HE Qais Al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, Ooredoo successfully held its Business Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Forum, bringing together SME customers, government stakeholders, industry leaders, and partners for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. A key highlight of the event was the live grand prize raffle draw, which concluded the company's flagship B2B Raffle Campaign with the handover of a brand-new Jetour T2 SUV to one lucky winner.The forum was a celebration of entrepreneurship, with guests taking the chance to connect, share ideas, and explore new opportunities. During the event, the importance of supporting SMEs beyond providing services was highlighted, alongside the significance of building real partnerships, offering platforms for growth, and helping businesses develop the skills they need to succeed, all in line with Oman's wider ambitions for a dynamic, future-ready economy.Launched to elevate SME engagement and reward loyalty in meaningful ways, the campaign captured the attention of entrepreneurs and small business owners across the Sultanate. Participants won a range of exciting prizes, including state-of-the-art smartphones, the latest tech gadgets, business support packages, and the coveted SUV grand prize. Each reward, thoughtfully selected, to enhance business performance and support day-to-day operations, reinforcing Ooredoo's role as a partner in growth.Saoud Al Riyami, Acting CEO of Ooredoo, said, 'This forum was about reaffirming our commitment to the SME sector. At Ooredoo, we see small businesses as key strategic partners in shaping a dynamic, future-ready economy. Our focus is firmly on empowering SMEs with real opportunities, practical support, and the digital tools they need to grow.'Beyond the raffle, the campaign also served as a strategic channel enablement exercise, strengthening relationships with partners like Tamimah and boosting the capabilities of Ooredoo's wider commercial ecosystem. Saied Al-Lawati, Acting Chief Business and Wholesale Officer at Ooredoo, added: 'The B2B Raffle Campaign wasn't just about prizes, it was about engagement, trust, and building a stronger ecosystem. From onboarding to activation, every step was carefully designed to add real value to our customers and partners.'
As Oman accelerates its digital economy vision, Ooredoo is doubling down on its role as a catalyst for progress. Through agile platforms, targeted campaigns, and sector-specific innovation, the company continues to reshape how SMEs connect, compete, and grow in a fast-changing market.