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Five One Invest

Five One Invest is an investment facilitation platform based in Iraq, connecting investors with local startups to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It operates under Five One Labs, focusing on increasing access to capital and supporting startup growth.

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Overview

What Five One Invest does

What Five One Invest is

Five One Invest is an investment facilitation platform based in Iraq, connecting investors with local startups to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem. It operates under Five One Labs, focusing on increasing access to capital and supporting startup growth.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

The current public profile supports funder and community and event host and publisher capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.

Operational profile

Organization status and context

Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.

Operational status
Active
Organization type
Other
Founded
Founded in 2020
Approximate age
About 6 years
Structured capabilities
Funder · Community · Event host · Publisher
Last reviewed
April 22, 2026

Official channels

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Capability profile

Five One Invest as a funder

Investment thesis

Unlock Iraq's nascent startup ecosystem by bridging the gap between investor expectations and startup pipeline quality.

Focus narrative

Five One Invest invests in and supports startups across various sectors in Iraq. The organization provides services that facilitate access to capital for entrepreneurs, aiming to foster growth and scalability within the local startup ecosystem. It operates as a knowledge hub and investment facilitation platform, connecting foreign and regional investors with Iraqi startups.

Value beyond capital

Five One Invest adds value by providing pre-investment support such as financial modeling, pitch deck preparation, and due diligence evaluation. It also facilitates matchmaking between investors and Iraqi entrepreneurs, helping to bridge the gap between investor expectations and the quality of the startup pipeline.

Availability

Currently deploying
No

Portfolio and track record

Portfolio context

Notable startups associated with Five One Invest include: Orisdi: A platform connecting customers in Iraq with global markets. Miswag: An e-commerce marketplace in Iraq. KESK: A green building startup that recently secured significant funding.

Capability profile

Five One Invest as a community

Community overview

Five One Invest is an initiative of Five One Labs, dedicated to enhancing deal-making and matchmaking opportunities for investors while increasing access to capital for entrepreneurs in Iraq. The organization aims to elevate the Iraqi entrepreneurial ecosystem as a significant business hub in the MENA region, facilitating connections between foreign and regional investors and local startups.

Community focus

Five One Invest focuses on supporting startups across various sectors in Iraq. The organization provides services that facilitate access to capital for entrepreneurs, aiming to foster growth and scalability within the local startup ecosystem. It operates with the vision of unlocking Iraq's nascent startup ecosystem by bridging the gap between investor expectations and the quality of the startup pipeline.

Member value

Members and participants benefit from access to a network of investors, educational resources, and events that discuss relevant topics in the startup and investment landscape. Five One Invest also provides pre-investment support, including financial modeling and pitch deck preparation, to enhance the readiness of startups seeking investment.

Membership

Pricing models
free

Format and cadence

Modality
hybrid
Schedule
rolling-admissions
Commitment
light

Availability

Membership state
Accepting

Audience and fit

Audience
Founders · Investors
Benefits
network-access and mentorship
Program types
community and other
Selection criteria
open
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Regions
MENA

Community activity

Events and activity

Five One Invest organizes several events, including a Speaker Series that features discussions on topics such as intellectual property for startups and investment stories. They also host regular webinars and discussions focusing on the challenges and opportunities within the Iraqi startup ecosystem.

Notable members

Five One Invest collaborates with Iraq Venture Partners (IVP) on a pilot investment readiness program and has partnerships with various organizations to support displaced founders and MSMEs in Iraq.

Capability profile

Five One Invest as an event host

Event focus

Five One Invest is dedicated to investing in and supporting startups across various sectors in Iraq. The organization aims to facilitate access to capital for entrepreneurs, fostering growth and scalability within the local startup ecosystem.

Format narrative

Five One Invest organizes a series of events, including the Speaker Series, which features discussions on topics relevant to startups and investment in Iraq. They also publish a monthly newsletter, 'Iraq’s Investment Insider', providing updates on investment activities.

Participant value

Attendees gain insights into the Iraqi startup landscape, networking opportunities with investors, and access to resources that facilitate investment readiness.

Format and cadence

Event types
meetup
Recurrence
monthly
Modality
online
Startups can present
Yes

Availability

Registration state
Not currently accepting

Audience and fit

Selection criteria
open
Stages
Pre-seed · Seed
Audience
Founders · Investors · Corporate Innovators
Regions
MENA

Speakers and past editions

Speakers

The Speaker Series features discussions with various experts on topics such as intellectual property for startups and investment stories.

Past editions

Five One Invest has previously hosted discussions on investment challenges and opportunities within the Iraqi startup ecosystem.

Capability profile

Five One Invest as a publisher

Editorial focus

Five One Invest is dedicated to enhancing deal-making and matchmaking opportunities for investors while increasing access to capital for entrepreneurs in Iraq. The organization aims to elevate the Iraqi entrepreneurial ecosystem as a significant business hub in the MENA region, investing in and supporting startups across various sectors.

Audience value

Five One Invest serves as an investment facilitation platform and knowledge hub, connecting foreign and regional investors with Iraqi startups, thereby fostering growth and scalability within the local startup ecosystem.

Format and cadence

Content formats
newsletter and blog
Primary platform
Website
Cadence
monthly

Availability

Guest pitch state
Not currently accepting

Audience and focus

Audience
Founders · Investors
Regions
MENA

Flagship work and coverage

Flagship properties

Five One Invest publishes 'Iraq’s Investment Insider', a monthly newsletter providing updates on investment activities in Iraq, and maintains a blog with regular updates and articles on investment and entrepreneurship.

Notable coverage

Five One Invest has been featured in Wamda discussing the untapped potential of Iraq's startup scene and has received multiple mentions in Iraq Business News regarding its initiatives and impact in the region.

Common questions

What to know about Five One Invest

Upseed classifies Five One Invest under the Other organization type. Its current public profile includes funder, community, event host, and publisher capabilities.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

April 22, 2026

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