Yazeed Alsufyani

General Partner & CEO at IB Ventures

Speaker

Dr. Yazeed Alsufyani is a Saudi biotechnology investor and ecosystem architect, recognized for advancing the life sciences sector across the Middle East. As General Partner and CEO of IB Ventures, Saudi Arabia’s first dedicated biotechnology investment platform, he is spearheading a $50 million initiative designed to accelerate the Kingdom’s biotech ecosystem in alignment with Vision 2030 and the National Biotechnology Strategy.

He engages directly with government leaders, global biotech innovators, and regional healthcare systems, positioning Saudi Arabia as an emerging global hub for biotech research, innovation, and venture building. Central to his work is driving public–private partnerships (PPP) that translate national strategies into actionable private-sector initiatives, enabling international innovators to access the Saudi market while creating long-term local value.

With deep expertise in biotech investment strategy, fund structuring, ecosystem development, and investor readiness, Dr. Alsufyani plays a pivotal role in bridging international innovation with regional market opportunities, shaping a resilient and globally competitive biotech ecosystem for Saudi Arabia and the wider region