About The Organizer
STEP Group is a media, events, and startup platform that focuses on supporting entrepreneurship and innovation across emerging markets. The organization is known for hosting the annual STEP Conference, which brings together global startups, investors, and technology leaders to explore opportunities within the digital economy.
Founded by entrepreneur Ray Dargham, the company started as a small initiative aimed at connecting the regional startup community. Over time, it has grown into an international platform that hosts conferences, networking events, and technology festivals across multiple cities. The organization focuses on creating ecosystems where entrepreneurs can collaborate, exchange knowledge, and access funding opportunities.
Through its conferences and media platforms, STEP Group aims to accelerate innovation by connecting startups with investors, industry experts, and technology leaders. Its events have become an important meeting point for entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, and global technology companies interested in the fast-growing startup ecosystem of the Middle East and beyond.