Hub71 Partners with Yas Investments to Connect Startups with Private Capital
Hub71, Abu Dhabi's global tech ecosystem, has entered into a strategic partnership with Yas Investments, a multi-family investment platform and fund manager, to support greater investor participation in the UAE's venture capital sector.
The collaboration aims to link high-potential startups with private capital, offering opportunities for strategic investment and business growth.
Yas Investments, which invests through Spartech Ventures, brings extensive experience in both global and regional markets.
The firm has a track record in identifying and supporting high-growth investment opportunities, with a focus on contributing to the region's evolving economic landscape.
As family offices emerge as a key source of long-term capital for startups, providing not only funding but also strategic input and industry knowledge, this partnership will make use of Hub71's Tech Barza platform.
Tech Barza is designed to connect regional family offices with a network of more than 300 startups within Hub71's ecosystem.
Through this partnership, Yas Investments will work to broaden investor engagement, helping startups refine product-market fit, scale operations, and access new markets.
The firm will also assist in developing investor profiles for Tech Barza members, allowing for more targeted connections between startups and investors.
Ahmad Ali Alwan, CEO of Hub71, said:
'Driving investment and corporate deal opportunities is essential to fuelling startup growth. Through our Tech Barza family office network, Hub71 is creating new pathways that support Abu Dhabi's position as a leading global tech destination.'
Yagub Alserkal, CEO at Yas Investments, said:
'Through this partnership, we aim to bridge the gap between family offices and high-potential startups, facilitating strategic investments that unlock value for both investors and entrepreneurs.'
In addition to capital investment, the partnership is expected to promote closer collaboration between investors and startups, including strategic guidance and mentorship.
By enabling family offices to explore corporate deal-making alongside financial investment, the initiative seeks to create broader business opportunities and long-term value.
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