Dubai Holding announces that it is now accepting applications for its innovation and sustainability initiative from entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses in Dubai.
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The global innovation challenge is open to innovators, entrepreneurs, and scale-up companies across the world, that can directly address pressing issues related to sustainability in the UAE. This initiative aims to promote sustainable businesses, foster entrepreneurship, and support the development of innovative businesses that contribute to sustainability.
Innovate for Tomorrow
Dubai Holding’s 'Innovate for Tomorrow' is a global innovation challenge that enhances businesses' sustainability. It is aimed at addressing critical challenges related to sustainability in the UAE, with a particular emphasis on fostering responsible consumption and production practices in alignment with the United Nation Sustainable Development Goals.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant to the sustainability competition is required to be registered in the UAE or in any other country operating as a company, non-profit organization, or social enterprise. if you are not a Dubai Company, maybe this is a good time to build a business in Dubai.
The applicant’s company must have the operational capability to execute a pilot program with Dubai Holding in the UAE.
The applicant’s company should strongly promote diversity and inclusion as part of the values of the company.
The applicant must hold a leadership position within the company, serving as either the founder, co-founder, or a senior executive.
The applicant should represent a scale-up company with a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) ready to enter the market or a scale-up company already operating locally in the UAE or globally in any other country.
Application & Selection Process
The application and selection process for the Innovate for Tomorrow program is designed to identify and support sustainable startups and entrepreneurs to drive sustainable innovation and address green challenges in the region. The program is launched in collaboration with in5, a Dubai-based startup incubator. To apply:
Submit an online application form here.
Provide a detailed business plan, as an attachment.
Attend an interview with the selection committee.
All entrepreneurs undergo an initial screening to assess their alignment with the sustainability competition's goals, based on several criteria, including:
Innovation and originality of the idea
Market potential and scalability
Sustainability and social impact
Technical feasibility and implementation strategy
Based on the evaluations, a shortlist of sustainable businesses and entrepreneurs is created, who may be invited to present their ideas to a panel of judges. The final selection is made by the judging panel, which consists of industry experts and stakeholders.
Benefits of Participation
Access to mentorship and guidance from industry experts.
Networking opportunities with other entrepreneurs.
Potential funding and investment opportunities.
Entrepreneurs interested in innovation and sustainability are encouraged to submit an application to the 'Innovate for Tomorrow' Challenge here.
Learn more about the various programs and events for entrepreneurs in the UAE here.
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