Tuesday, February 12, 2008

Private investors take flight

The Arab Business Angels Network launched last week. The network hopes to put entrepreneurs in need of finance in front of private investors with time and money to get involved. ABAN will also use a fund of its own to get into promising start-ups.

The idea is wonderful – this type of private financing is commonplace in Europe and US (where $25bn is invested each year), but doesn't exist in the Middle East. ABAN hopes to find, and nurture, small businesses with the potential to grow. Entrepreneurs create wealth, create jobs, and help diversify the economy. Just as important as the money will be the experience; it is hoped cashed-out entrepreneurs will get involved, passing on their knowledge.

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