The UAE is committed to becoming a global innovation hub and is heavily investing in emerging technologies and digital transformation.
The Start2explore program provides access to cutting-edge infrastructure, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities with corporates and government entities. Deep dive into the thriving UAE market and validate your business model in the region now.
The hybrid eight-week program allows participation from anywhere globally, offering a pivotal one-week, in-country experience in Dubai for an authentic immersion into the local ecosystem.
Seats are limited.
Maximum 7 startups in each cohort.
Seats are limited.
Maximum 7 startups in each cohort.
The UAE is determined to be the new global scaleup nation of the world. With its strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and dynamic business environment, the UAE offers an enticing ecosystem for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Dubai is UAE’s startup and scaleup city. The emirate’s forward-thinking policies, tax incentives, and access to a diverse and well-connected market continue to attract foreign startups.
Understand the essential legal and technical aspects for market entry and business setup, guided by best practices.
Receive guidance on navigating the multifaceted support systems, including opportunities to engage with and pitch in front of the most important ecosystem players.
Learn from local investors about their criteria and preferences, meet them 1:1, and discover distinctions from European investor expectations.
Dive into business development with 1:1 face-to-face meetings, connecting with potential clients, partners, and peers to fine-tune your strategies based on real-world interactions.
Connect with your industry expert mentor and initiate a comprehensive market exploration through virtual 1:1 mentoring sessions complemented by diverse workshops covering business practices, ecosystem overviews, and more.
Dive deep into refining your market entry strategy and constructing a robust sales funnel during a focused six-week period, setting the stage for impactful face-to-face meetings in the final phase.
Get to know the vibrant UAE ecosystem during a week of immersive experiences. Engage in workshops, personalized 1:1 sessions with experts, strategic sales meetings with potential clients, and participate in roundtables and networking events.
Conclude the program with a comprehensive review meeting alongside your mentor and the program team. Consolidate the insights gained and collaboratively strategize for the next steps in your journey.
September 10 – October 13, 2024
Application Deadline: August 31
October 7 – 13, 2024
October 14 – 18, 2024 (optional)
5.000 € per startup and no equity
Seats are limited.
Maximum 7 startups in each cohort.
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Take your tech business international.
Gain insights into new markets and develop a strategy for expansion.
Our Programs offers personalized guided experiences for companies at various stages of their expansions journey.
Presently, our programs are ideal for Germany, Latin America, Singapore, and the USA.
Gain a deeper understanding of target markets and their business culture.
Our unique network of international experts will provide first-hand market insights and will guide your startup towards key relationships that will help you evaluate future expansion.
Market Discovery Program
Understanding your target markets
explore new markets in Asia and South America.
Market Access Program
The program helps startups to prepare and successfully enter the U.S. and Asia.
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