Female Founder Life in Riyadh: Gaming, Motherhood & Starting From Scratch with Kris Stephan

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What does it really look like to build a company, raise a family, and make Saudi home - all at the same time? In this episode, Frankie and Lily were joined by Kris Stephan - a business owner, mum of two, and CEO in the fast-growing esports industry. Kris shares her journey from growing up in Saudi as an expat child to returning years later as a founder and working mum. We talk about what it’s really like to set up a business in the Kingdom, the opportunities Saudi currently offers entrepreneurs, and how she balances motherhood with building a company in a male-dominated industry. This is an inspiring conversation for anyone considering starting something of their own in Saudi - especially mums wondering if it’s possible to do both. SHOW NOTES Growing up on a compound in Saudi - then returning as an adult Why Saudi is becoming a global hub for gaming and esports What it actually takes to set up a business in the Kingdom The realities of paperwork, timelines, and costs Female leadership in male-dominated industries Balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood Why Saudi can make working motherhood easier The opportunity Saudi offers for long-term expat life Chris’s advice for anyone wanting to start a business: don’t overthink it RESOURCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS Saudi Vision 2030 (entrepreneurship & industry growth) MISA (Ministry of Investment Saudi Arabia) – business licensing Esports World Cup (Riyadh annual event) Stay Connected: 📍 Follow @saudilifeunpacked for updates, resources weekly episodes.