The "Biban 23" Forum, organized by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Monsha’at), welcomes its visitors through 9 gates that cater to the needs of entrepreneurs, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and business owners. The forum will take place from March 9th to 13th, 2023, at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The journey of "Biban 23" visitors, under the theme "Opportunities Create Entrepreneurship," begins at the "Launch Gate." Through this gate, visitors learn about the possible means to start a new business and how to transform an idea into a marketable opportunity. This includes fostering creative thinking, building an applicable business model, and understanding practical tools and applications for establishing a successful venture.

The "Growth Gate" aims to provide existing business owners with insights into several areas, including administration, operations, marketing, legal, and technology matters that ensure the expansion of their enterprises.

The "E-commerce Gate," with the participation of over 80 supporting entities, seeks to enhance development and growth in the e-commerce sector, increase sales, and contribute to the economy by providing entrepreneurs and business owners with everything they need to enter the world of e-commerce.

The "Innovation Gate" focuses on nurturing creative aspects and discovering smart entrepreneurial ideas. It introduces participants to emerging technologies and their applications while highlighting innovative supporting entities.

The "Finance Gate" offers new channels and various financial solutions by bringing together financial and investment institutions under one roof. This collaboration, in conjunction with public and private support entities, aims to bridge funding and lending gaps for SMEs, enabling entrepreneurs to find the right partner for their projects within the "Biban" journey.

The "Market Gate" provides an opportunity for start-ups and SMEs to showcase their products and services, promoting innovation and creativity, and motivate young individuals with creative ideas. It targets current existing enterprises, as well as those interested in products.

The "Franchise Gate," with the participation of more than 50 local and international brands, supports the expansion of SMEs globally, along with their projects and trademarks.

The "Startup Gate" known by the support provided to startups and entrepreneurs by creating an enabling environment to raise awareness about SMEs and enhance communication level between project owners, investors, supporting entities such as incubators and accelerators and others.

The "Empowerment Gate" encompasses over 120 supporting and enabling entities that aim to empower SME owners, entrepreneurs, and business men by offering services and initiatives to support their ventures, particularly those who own or manage SMEs.

It is worth mentioning that the Biban 23 Forum takes place at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre, with broad participation from entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. The forum aims to enhance the Kingdom's position as a regional and international destination for entrepreneurs, support the growth and competitiveness of entrepreneurial projects, and foster an entrepreneurial culture.