Oussama Messaoud is an entrepreneur and business development executive with 20+ years of experience supporting startups, venture builders, and innovation ecosystems across MENA, Europe, and the US.
Based in Dubai, he works at the intersection of founders, capital, and market expansion, helping digital-native and AI-enabled companies scale with discipline. His work focuses on venture growth, ecosystem development, and building globally relevant technology companies from emerging markets.
As an entrepreneur when in Tunisia, Oussama encountered firsthand the challenges faced by local founders. In response, he committed himself to championing a more innovative and entrepreneurial-focused economy. He took on a pivotal role within the TunisianStartups association, serving as a key liaison with government officials in the endeavor to establish and enhance the legal framework for the Tunisian Startup Act.
Oussama's unwavering dedication to building bridges and advocating for a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem has left an indelible mark on both his professional endeavors and the broader community.More...