Looking to get noticed as a start-up or an SME?
Multiple events organized throughout the year in the UAE can help you do just that. These events give SMEs and start-ups a platform where they can attend workshops, get industry insights, join discussions, meet investors, enter competitions and network with professionals.
For further participation, you can book space for a stand, become a sponsor or even register yourself as a speaker at events. Also, join the Souqalmal.com’s SME Business Club to get discounts and offers with Aramex, Careem, M7 Bespoke and InternsME.com.
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Check out the list of events below to get started:
| Event |
Date |
Details |
Location |
| The Start Up Game Workshop |
23-24 Jan |
- A business simulation workshop where participants get a first hand experience of handling a start-up without any real life consequences. The program will deal with basic concepts of entrepreneurship, handling issues and managing business opportunities.
- Participants will have to purchase tickets to attend the event.
|
Impact HUB, Dubai |
| Startup AddVenture 2015 |
23 Feb |
- A worldwide event gathering start-up leaders, investors and speakers from various industries who share their expertise. Success stories of local start-ups will also be presented during the event.
- Participants will have to purchase tickets to attend the event.
|
Dubai |
| The Arab Entrepreneurs Conclave |
23-24 Feb |
- The event will cover topics such as innovation, tech projects and challenges of entrepreneurship. SMEs get a chance to network with regional entrepreneurs, government officials, investors, professionals, researchers etc.
- Participants will have to buy tickets and can also become an event sponsor.
|
Dubai |
| SME World Summit 2015 |
18-19 March |
- The event includes workshops, competitions to win prizes, panel discussions and networking opportunities with CEOs, government officials and department heads.
- Participants can get free entry, but you need to buy tickets for full access. You can even register to become a speaker at the event or conduct a workshop. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
|
Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai |
| The Annual Investment Meeting 2015 |
30 March-1 April |
- The event is themed around the contribution of foreign direct investments. There will be a dedicated area where SMEs can network with potential partners and investors.
- Participants can rent space to set-up a stand.
|
Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Dubai |
| STEP Conference |
31 March |
- An event organized for technology, design and gaming in the region. It will include up to 100 start-ups, speakers and competitions.
- You can become an exhibitor or a partner. Or you can buy tickets to attend.
|
Dubai International Marine Cub, Dubai |
| 2015 Start-up MENA |
Various |
- Register for various events and workshops organized by Start-up MENA throughout the year to get industry insights, get a chance to network and attend workshops.
|
Dubai |
| SME Beyond Borders |
TBA* |
- The event includes themed discussions by industry experts, workshops and an award ceremony.
|
TBA* |
| SME Congress 2015 |
TBA* |
- Access investors for funding, network with professionals and be a part of discussions on SME growth and development in the region.
|
TBA* |
*To be announced.
