These discussions, spread across four dedicated stages, namely, the Impact Stage, the Founders Stage, the Community Stage, and Creative Stage, will provide attendees with a unique opportunity to gain knowledge, insights, tips, tricks, and skills from leading pioneers who have proven what it takes to create successful and thriving businesses.
Impact Stage: Inspiring a new generation to make their mark
The Impact Stage, sponsored by Arada, sets the tone for SEF 2024 with discussions on inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs and exploring the fundamentals of building a business empire. Visionaries and industry leaders will uncover how to nurture innovation in the GCC's startup landscape, offer insights and experienced knowledge about creating a thriving business, and share lessons they’ve learned along their journey. Attendees can expect discussions on leadership principles, the realities of entrepreneurship, and funding their entrepreneurial dreams. The stage will also tackle the evolution of education, thinking globally with your business, the role of AI and GPT, and the art of personal branding.
Founders Stage: Empowering the future of MENA startups
The Founders Stage, part of the ‘Startup Town’ which is sponsored by EMAAR, will offer a roadmap for startups, where panel discussions and talks will cover the intricacies of raising capital, VR, deep tech and the schools of the future, as well as inspirational founder stories and perspectives. Attendees will gain insights into navigating co-founder differences, biohacking, and the advantages of venture building and venture capital. The stage will also explore topics such as scaling startups, the impact of AI on the workforce, fintech advancements, and the evolving landscape of the e-mobility market and technology.
Community Stage: Fostering entrepreneurship and diversity
The Community Stage, sponsored by Alef, will focus on propelling entrepreneurship within Sharjah and the broader ecosystem, bringing together founders, investors, educators and mentors. Discussions will revolve around taking advantage of the global tourism industry, empowering women in sports, and celebrating UAE's young trailblazers. Here, attendees can gain insights into the Arab literary scene, content creation as a business, and the emerging eco-fashion sector. The stage will also address topics like building successful businesses with family members, achieving consistency for venture success, and standing out in the consumer goods market. Additionally, there will be discussions on monetising personal brands, building confidence, and promoting inclusivity.
Creative Stage: Innovations in the digital economy
The Creative Stage will come alive exploring strategies for standing out in the market, starting a business in Sharjah, and being creative in the digital economy. Discussions will cover the emerging market of gaming and esports, VR, and other creative tech. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore branding, marketing and advertising while shedding light on the cultural and creative sectors as a source of economic growth, as well as film and cinematography, and the dynamics of digital communities.
With a mission to continually inspire the next generation of changemakers and promote innovation and entrepreneurship in the UAE and the region, SEF 2024, organised by Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center, promises a dynamic and diverse content programme under the theme ‘Our Shared Canvas,’ set to welcome over 5000 entrepreneurial enthusiasts, visionaries, and changemakers as the largest entrepreneurship event in the region. For more information and to secure your attendance to this entrepreneurial extravaganza visit https://sharjahef.com/.
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