Ep 69. Female Founder Life in Riyadh: Gaming, Motherhood & Starting From Scratch with Kris Stephan

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 NOTESGrowing up on a compound in Saudi - then returning as an adultWhy Saudi is becoming a global hub for gaming and esportsWhat it actually takes to set up a business in the KingdomThe realities of paperwork, timelines, and costsFemale leadership in male-dominated industriesBalancing entrepreneurship with motherhoodWhy Saudi can make working motherhood easierThe opportunity Saudi offers for long-term expat lifeKris' advice for anyone wanting to start a business: don’t overthink itRESOURCE AND RECOMMENDATIONSSaudi Vision 2030 (entrepreneurship industry growth)MISA (Ministry of Investment Saudi Arabia) – business licensingEsports World Cup (Riyadh annual event)Stay Connected:📍 Follow @saudilifeunpacked for updates, resources weekly episodes.