Emon Shakoor is a Saudi neuroscience researcher turned venture capitalist and entrepreneur, renowned for her groundbreaking contributions to the intersection of technology, inclusion and venture capital. As the founder and CEO of Blossom Accelerator, Saudi Arabia's first tech-inclusion accelerator, she is reshaping the landscape for startups by championing inclusive innovation and strategic investments. Emon serves as a Venture Partner at Oryx Fund and is an influential angel investor, advisor as well as on the opportunity committee at Oqal, the largest angel investment group across the GCC. Her impactful work has earned her recognition as one of nine transformative Saudi women in entrepreneurship and a key driver of change, acknowledged by NEOM.
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