11th Rowad Entrepreneurship Conference to Convene in Doha

Strategic Insights -

The 11th Rowad Entrepreneurship Conference, themed "Beyond Boundaries: Scaling, Sustaining, and Succeeding," is set to take place from November 17 to 19, 2025, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. Organized by the Qatar Development Bank (QDB) in collaboration with the Young Entrepreneurs Club (YEC), the three-day event aims to bring together officials, experts, entrepreneurs, and investors to exchange ideas and explore the latest developments in entrepreneurship. The conference will also feature the second edition of the Young Entrepreneurs Media Forum, offering a platform for emerging business leaders to connect and share their experiences.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Rowad Conference will host over 120 local and international companies showcasing their latest products and innovative solutions in an exhibition, with more than 30 specialized workshops and 15 panel discussions.
  • The event will feature a Pitching Arena, where companies can pitch their projects directly to investors in a competitive environment, and offer series of networking sessions and meetings to discuss growth opportunities and potential investment partnerships.
  • Distinguished partners supporting the conference include the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, QNB Group, Ooredoo, and Invest Qatar.
  • The conference aims to foster a comprehensive, future-focused entrepreneurship ecosystem based on creativity and sustainability, with a focus on empowering youth and enhancing their contributions to the national economy.

Statistics:

  • The conference will feature an exhibition of over 120 local and international companies.
  • More than 30 specialized workshops and 15 panel discussions will take place across 4 tracks, with the participation of more than 100 speakers and experts.
  • The Pitching Arena will provide a competitive environment for companies to pitch their projects directly to investors.

Sources:

  • Qatar Development Bank (QDB)
  • Young Entrepreneurs Club (YEC)
  • Qatar News Agency
  • Ministry of Communications and Information Technology
  • Ministry of Commerce and Industry
  • QNB Group
  • Ooredoo
  • Invest Qatar
  • Qatar Stock Exchange
  • Elan Media
  • Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Council (QRDI)
  • Qatar Financial Centre
  • Snoonu
  • Qatar Media Corporation