24 startups join Flat6Labs’ StartMashreq Growth Track Program

Flat6Labs, the MENA region's leading seed and early-stage venture capital firm, announced 24 startups that will join its StartMashreq Growth Track program. Founded in Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq - these startups operate in diverse sectors such as fintech, healthtech, e-commerce, and agritech, and 5 of them are cofounded by female entrepreneurs.

The startups

The 24 startups collectively generate a total annual recurring revenue of $20.8 million and have raised a total of $38.5 million, along with creating around 700 direct job opportunities across the three countries. By joining the StartMashreq Growth Track program, they have the ability to access new markets, scale their operations, provide more job opportunities, and increase their impact on their respective economies.

Arab Therapy is the only startup in the batch from the healthtech space. It provides Arabs all over the world with mental health services, including psychotherapy and psychosocial support sessions.

On the record

"We are delighted to partner with Flat6Labs to support these promising startups from the Mashreq region, especially those founded by women," said Abeer Shalan, Senior Operations Officer at the International Financial Corporation (IFC). "Mashreq startups can demonstrate resilience and innovation in the face of challenging circumstances and prove their ability to create value for their stakeholders by venturing into new markets. By providing them with funding and resources, we hope to help them reach their full potential and contribute to the development of the regional startup ecosystem."

Ragia Amr, Program Director of StartMashreq at Flat6Labs, said: "We are very excited to welcome the 24 startups to our Growth Track program. We have been impressed by the quality and diversity of the applications we received and we are confident that they have what it takes to succeed in their markets. Through our program, we will offer them tailored support and guidance to help them overcome their challenges and achieve their goals. We look forward to working with them over the next six months and beyond."

About StartMashreq Growth Track

The StartMashreq Growth Track program started in June 2023 and will run until December 2024. The program is part of StartMashreq's broader vision to inspire and support entrepreneurs, empower female-led startups in the Mashreq Region, create more investment-ready businesses, and integrate the regional startup ecosystem.

It includes different activities, such as workshops and mentorship by international experts, business networking events, investor mixers, and participation in international events and roadshows. Also, as part of the program, startups get extra exposure and legal support.