Saudi Arabia is buzzing with young talent that’s taking the world by storm, and Forbes has noticed! From sports to technology, these inspiring individuals are not only making a name for themselves but also pushing the boundaries of innovation and success. Check out the standout Saudis who earned a spot on the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list in 2024!
1. Abdulaziz Alhumaid (With the Syrian, Abdullah Aljassim) (Ages: 27 & 29)
These two are the masterminds behind GrintaHub, the fan-to-fan ticketing platform that’s taking Saudi Arabia by storm. Launched in 2021, GrintaHub has sold over 2 million tickets and served more than a million clients, including official partnerships with events like Formula 1. Talk about a game-changer!
2. Alyah Abo Alola & Abdulrahman Osama (Ages: 28 & 28)
Alyah and Abdulrahman aren’t just about sports; they’re redefining the whole industry. Armed Academy, their brainchild, won the first Saudi women’s basketball league before expanding into tennis with The Racquet Space. They’ve raised $800,000 in funding and are on a mission to keep breaking records.
3. Talal Attieh (Age: 27)
Talal is shaping the future of industrial tech with Steel Atlas, a $10M venture capital fund. He’s already deployed $5M in five tech companies and isn’t stopping anytime soon. We’re talking about the kind of guy who’s turning big ideas into reality!
4. Yara AlNamlah (Age: 24)
From social media influencer to business mogul, Yara is dominating the luxury brand game. Founder of When Minds Meet, Yara’s companies like SoMatcha and Treat Salon are partnering with giants like Dior and Rolls-Royce. She’s taking the world by storm, one brand at a time!
5. Yara Ghouth (Age: 26)
Cofounder of Nqoodlet, Yara is helping SMEs manage expenses and has already processed over $16M in transactions. She’s also leading Startup Saudi, an initiative to support innovation and startups in the kingdom. Talk about empowering entrepreneurs!
6. Ahmed Sidam & Mohammed Alsulaiman (Ages: 27 & 26)
Founders of PhysioHome, Ahmed and Mohammed are revolutionizing home healthcare in Saudi Arabia. Their platform provides personalized care for over 10,000 patients. With $1.4M in funding, they’re making a huge impact in healthcare accessibility.
7. Bader Al-Rasheed ( With the Kuwaiti, Yousef Alhusaini) (Ages: 27 & 27)
Bader and Yousef launched Baims to bring top-notch educational content to students across MENA. With 350,000 students and 7,500 courses, they’ve secured $7M in funding and even acquired Egypt’s Orcas Tutoring. These guys are changing the future of education!
8. Hamed Albalawi (Age: 29)
Hamed is using 3D printing to restore coral reefs and advance bone tissue engineering. His research at KAUST has already made waves in both the environment and medicine. His work is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with 3D printing!
These young Saudis are proving that age is just a number when it comes to changing the world. Which one’s your favorite? Let us know!
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