Riyadh Valley Company — the investment arm of King Saud University — was honored to be the strategic partner for King Saud University’s “Transformation Hackathon,” whose closing ceremony was held at King Saud University Arena on April 27, 2025.
The “Transformation Hackathon” is a competition aimed at discovering the best solutions to common challenges affecting the experiences of students, faculty members, administrative staff, and alumni. The hackathon included an accompanying exhibition held in the university’s main hall from February 26 to 27, 2025. The exhibition was designed to introduce the hackathon and its tracks, inspire visitors, and provide training and development opportunities. Additionally, the hackathon featured an intensive boot camp from April 24 to 27, 2025, under the slogan “Create the Transformation.” The boot camp targeted King Saud University affiliates, empowering them to develop innovative solutions that support the university’s transformation journey and strengthen its standing locally and globally. The boot camp covered three main tracks: Educational Experience, Campus Life, and University Operations. The hackathon concluded with a closing ceremony on April 27, 2025, during which the participants’ top projects were showcased, and the winners and sponsors were honored.
Riyadh Valley Company’s hackathon sponsorship stems from its commitment to fostering partnerships with the scientific community and supporting initiatives that enrich knowledge. This effort aligns with Riyadh Valley Company’s objectives of creating a conducive environment for economically viable scientific research, attracting distinguished scientists and consultants, and preparing university students for the private sector through training and qualification during their academic journey.
Riyadh Valley Company serves as King Saud University’s investment arm in fields related to the knowledge economy and the university’s strategic projects. It plays an active role in advancing the knowledge economy. It acts as a local and international strategic investor, investing in early-stage and growth-stage companies in alignment with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.