Qarrib Shines At Leap Riyad'25
Feb 12, 2025
Qarrib Named Semi-Finalist at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh
Riyadh, KSA – June 2025 — Qarrib, the hyperlocal commerce platform transforming neighborhood retail in the GCC, has been recognized as a semi-finalist at LEAP 2025, one of the world’s largest tech innovation conferences held annually in Riyadh.
Selected from thousands of startups globally, Qarrib’s selection highlights its growing impact on the MENA region’s digital infrastructure — particularly in the underserved yet vital sector of small-format retail.
“Being recognized at LEAP validates what we’ve believed since day one — baqalas aren’t outdated, they’re under-digitized,” said Greg Co-Founder of Qarrib. “We're honored to represent the future of community-first commerce at this global stage.”
Why It Matters
LEAP’s startup competition is known for identifying the region’s most scalable and impactful tech ventures. Qarrib’s inclusion underscores its:
Scalable platform across UAE, KSA, and Qatar
Focus on local enablement vs. disruption
Strong strategic partnerships with ASSR Group, Algolia, and NeuCurrent
Recent investment by Orbit Accelerator
About LEAP
LEAP is an annual global tech event hosted in Riyadh, bringing together 170,000+ attendees, 600+ startups, and leading tech investors. It showcases the most promising innovations shaping the future of the digital economy.