Practitioners, not consultants. Since 2013
Our Story
From Venture Builder to Venture Operating Partner
Since 2013, TURN8 has operated at the intersection of corporate innovation and global startup investment. We have co-created new ventures with corporate champions, operated Corporate Venture Capital funds, designed and managed innovation programs for leading organizations, and connected hundreds of startups with enterprise customers and strategic capital.
Today, TURN8 is the venture operating partner for GCC corporates and sovereign-linked institutions. We act as practitioners, not consultants; operator of record, not advisor. Our four engines—Venture Building, Corporate Venture Capital, AI Studio, and the TURN8 Accelerator—operate as a unified system. AI Studio identifies opportunities within client assets, Venture Building develops essential solutions, CVC invests in high-potential ventures, and the Accelerator brings in innovations not yet available in the market. Each engagement enhances our collective intelligence for future projects.
Our focus remains constant: Evidence leads. Scale follows.
Our Presence
We’ve been embedded in GCC’s innovation ecosystem for over a decade. We have deep relationships with:
Government entities
National innovation programs
Corporate partners
Banking, logistics, healthcare, energy sectors
Investor networks
Family offices, CVCs, international VCs with GCC mandates
Startup ecosystem
Accelerators, incubators, co-working spaces
We understand GCC business culture, regulatory environments, and the specific needs of Vision 2030’s economic transformation.
Our Team and Network
TURN8 brings deep global and regional expertise in venture building, corporate innovation, venture capital, and operational transformation. For over a decade, our leadership team has worked with GCC champions, regional corporates, and institutional investors. Supported by a global network of partners and ecosystem builders, we are helping build the innovation infrastructure aligned with Vision 2030.
Ready To Work With Us?
Whether you are launching a venture, building a CVC program, building an AI Studio, or entering the Saudi market, TURN8 offers the operating team, methodology, and track record to support your success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TURN8 and what is its history?
TURN8 is the venture operating partner for GCC corporates and sovereign-linked institutions. Since 2013, TURN8 and its founding team have launched 120+ ventures and designed or operated 20+ venture building and CVC programs.
What core services does TURN8 offer in Saudi Arabia?
TURN8 offers comprehensive services including end-to-end venture building, Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) program design, in-house AI Studios, and startup acceleration. The focus is on enabling businesses to successfully launch and grow within Saudi Arabia and the GCC region.
Who does TURN8 partner with in KSA?
We actively partner with national corporate champions, government entities, scaling startups, and sophisticated investors (like family offices and institutional funds) looking to build new ventures, enter the Saudi market, or scale using AI-driven solutions.
What regions and ecosystems does TURN8 operate in?
We have been deeply embedded in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) innovation ecosystem for over a decade. We understand the specific regulatory environments and business cultures required to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic transformation.
Who leads the TURN8 team?
TURN8 is led by Founder & Managing Partner Kamal Hassan and Co-Founder & Managing Partner Yousif Almutawa, with Ahmed Hassan (Partner, corporate venture offerings), Wessam Hassan (AI Engineering Lead, AI Studio), and Dr. Ana Baroni (Medical Director & Partner, TURN8 Longevity).
How does TURN8 use AI?
AI is TURN8’s operating infrastructure, not its identity. We build intelligence layers – on our clients’ infrastructure and our own – that handle screening, research, and monitoring. People hold strategy, accountability, and every decision right.