2. Abdullah Saleem, Jamal Dashti

Age: 29, 29
Occupation: Cofounders of Mushtari
Nationality: Kuwaiti
Residence: Kuwait
Category: Commerce & Finance

Saleem and Dashti cofounded Mushtari to help business owners to acquire and exit companies. The platform has helped sell more than 195 businesses in three years. It received over 700 requests last year from entrepreneurs seeking to exit, of which 90% were from Kuwait. In 2024, the company closed its first funding round at a $2 million valuation from Rasameel Investment Company. It generates revenues through listing fees, fees upon successful deals, and commissions on other supported services like marketing and accounting, hiring, sponsorships, and collaboration. It will soon launch a subscription model.