Motaz Abu Onq, the CEO of Saudi-based Value Makers Studio (VMS), shared his delight at meeting participants in the Aseer region during a workshop titled 'Introduction to Angel Investment,' organized by the Aseer Development Authority. In a LinkedIn post, Motaz Abu Onq added, 'I'm sharing a key insight related to the workshop's topic for any investor or entrepreneur: true venture capital buys time, not just equity.' He explained that a successful angel investor helps entrepreneurs avoid years of mistakes through their experience and connections. He noted that this significantly boosts a startup's chances of success and its ability to thrive in the market. Motaz Abu Onq, CEO of VMS, emphasized that the real challenge isn't just about having enough cash. It's more about the team's ability to understand the market and its true needs before anyone else. You can watch a part of Motaz Abu Onq's participation via this link.
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