About Mawin Venture Partners
From Pearls to Pixels – Building the GCC’s premier startup and innovation ecosystem
Bahrain Advantage
Unmatched Cost
than regional alternatives
Strategic Location
Gateway to $1.5T GCC economy
with 1-hour flight access
Socio-Economic Infrastructure
Modern amenities with rich cultural heritage
Mawin Edge
One-Stop Solution
Complete venture building from ideation to scale
20+ Years Experience
Proven track record in business building and fundraising
Global Access
Direct connections to international markets and capital
Our Vision
Transform Bahrain into the Silicon Valley of the GCC by creating a complete venture ecosystem that supports founders, attracts investors, engages corporates, and attracts global talent. We believe proper ecosystem support can increase startup success rates from less than 0.1% in MENA to over 1% globally.
Complete Venture Building
Unlike traditional accelerators that only advise, we execute alongside founders with in-house tech teams, business development support, and direct investor connections.
Strategic Partnerships
We connect startups with corporate partners, government support, and global networks to accelerate growth and market access.
Investor Alignment
We manage capital deployment strategically, maintaining 30% equity positions while supporting startup success through hands-on execution.
Why Choose Mawin
Our ecosystem ensures advisers can confidently introduce clients to
structured, transparent, and high-performing venture opportunities.
60% Cost Advantage
Proven Leadership
Government Support
Global Network
Technical Expertise
Multi-Track Support
Our Leadership
Our ecosystem ensures advisers can confidently introduce
clients to structured, transparent, and high-performing venture opportunities.
Shafaat Hashmi
Chairman & Founder
Amna Razzaq
CEO, BrandBeat Global
Ventures Built
Successfully built and advised over 200 ventures across diverse sectors and geographies.
Successful Exits
Delivered multiple successful exits generating substantial returns for investors and stakeholders.
International Offices
Operating across USA and UAE with deep market expertise and global connections.
Ready to Transform Ideas Into Impact?
Join us in building the GCC's premier startup and innovation ecosystem. Whether you're a founder, investor, corporate, or talent, Mawin has a path for you.