Elets Spark Stage
Investment Summit
& Startup Pitch

Gateway to Global Funding

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

Our Partners

About Spark Stage

The Elets Spark Stage Investment Summit & Startup Pitch in Dubai, in collaboration with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, is a premier event uniting top entrepreneurs, founders, and innovators with leading venture capitalists, family offices, and investors. This exclusive event is designed to forge new ties, facilitate strategic investments, and foster partnerships with the most promising ventures, making it a pivotal platform for the growth and success of cutting-edge startups.

Elets Technomedia, Asia and the Middle East’s premier media and technology research organisation, is set to host an exclusive Startup Funding Event “Elets Spark Stage: Investment Summit & Startup Live Pitch in Dubai” in December 2023. With a rich legacy of orchestrating premier conferences worldwide, Elets is leveraging its unparalleled industry standing to bring together the most innovative startups and visionary investors from across the globe for an extraordinary funding spectacle.

About Me

Guest of Honour

H.E. Dawood Al Shezawi

President
AIM Global Foundation

Investors on Board

Lloyd Cardoza

Investment Manager
Mubadala Health (M42)

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Shafaat Hashmi

Chairman
Stalliongates Investments
(Private Equity)

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Dr. Mustafa Saasa

Chairman
Raj Group of Companies
(Family Office)

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Andrew Hammond

Regional Director and Partner
Beaufort
(Private Equity)

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Hussein Tantawi

Senior Executive Officer
ICEBERG Capital
(Private Equity)

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Vish Narain

Managing Partner
Pulsar Capital
(Venture Capital)

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Ashish Goel

Regional Partner & Head
Middle East
Thinkuvate
(Venture Capital)

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Pranav Sharma

Founding Partner
Woodstock fund
(Venture Capital)

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Piyush Surana

VC - Strategy & Investments
Gulf Islamic Investments (GII)
UAE

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Vikash Sharma

Founder
IC1101 Capital

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Meet the Jury

Ghanim Alfalasi

Senior Vice President
Technology & Entrepreneurship
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

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Mohammed Al Aidroos

Founder
Al Aidroos Group

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Sophia Moulin

Executive Director - Investor Relations
Sierra Global Investments

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Olivier Crespin

4 X Bank Builder

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Dr. Ravi Gupta

CEO and Editor-in-Chief
Elets Technomedia

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Deal-Maker

Vivek Kumar

Founder - Venture Garage

Gearing Up for Exciting Pitches

Startups

Take part as a startup and get the opportunity to pitch to leading investors, including Venture Capitalists, Angel Investors, High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs), Industry Giants, and Family Offices from India and Dubai.

Why Startups should apply?
Skill
Showcase Your Innovation on the Global Platform
Skill
Collaborate with Industry Experts
Skill
Learn from Seasoned Mentors
Skill
Connect with Visionary Entrepreneurs
Skill
Mentor Startups to Drive Innovation
Skill
Take Your Brand to New Heights with New Collaborations

Investors

Welcome to this unique platform for discovering and investing in the most promising startup projects! The event is poised to connect you with innovative ventures and fellow investors, opening doors to unparalleled growth opportunities.

Deal Flow & Funding Format

What’s in Store for You?

01.

Live Pitch Session in Dubai

Chosen startup to present their vision in front of diverse investors.

02.

Market Expansion

Provides exposure to foreign markets, opening doors to new customer bases.

03.

Market Access

Tap into international markets and explore business growth on a global scale.

04.

High-Level Networking

Exclusive opportunity to connect with top-tier industry leaders.

05.

Product Showcase

Demonstrate your products and services to a global audience, attracting potential customers.

06.

Dedicated Deal Maker

Elets assigns a dedicated deal maker for startups and investors, ensuring a personalised and mutually beneficial funding experience.


Elets Startup Awards

Celebrating Excellence in Innovation and Investment

Elets Startup awards are a celebration of innovation and entrepreneurial success, recognising the phenomenal ventures and visionary minds shaping the business landscape.

Participants

Participating Industries

Skill
Artificial Intelligence
Skill
Blockchain
Skill
Retail
Skill
D2C
Skill
FinTech
Skill
On-Demand Services
Skill
Cybersecurity
Skill
EdTech
Skill
Healthcare

Investors

Skill
Venture Capitalists
Skill
Angel Investors
Skill
High Net Worth Individuals (HNIs)
Skill
Industry Giants
Project

Network Expansion through Partnerships:

Collaborations can propel startups to new markets and customer bases. We explore the art of creating strategic partnerships and alliances. This includes networking opportunities with potential partners, investors, and mentors who can provide valuable market insights and support.

Project

Networking Opportunities

Meet the leading VCs, Family Offices, Business Investors at the event for strategic partnerships and funding opportunities

Join as Delegate

Agenda: Insightful Discussions & Live Pitch Sessions

9:00 AM-9:30 AM
Registration
9:30 AM-9:40 AM
Opening Remarks

Dr. Ravi Gupta, Founder & CEO, Elets Group LLC.

9:40 AM-9:50 AM
Keynote Address: H.E. Dawood Al Shezawi, President, AIM Global Foundation
9:50 AM-10:00 PM
Elets Startup Accelerator & Startup-Investor Podcast Launch
10:00 PM-10:10 PM
Accelerator & Podcast Launch by Panelists

H.E. Dawood Al Shezawi, President, AIM Global Foundation
Ghanim Alfalasi, Senior Vice President, Technology & Entrepreneurship, Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO)

10:10 PM-10:40 PM
Panel Discussion: Evolving Startup Ecosystem, Investment Landscape & Opportunities

Ghanim Alfalasi, Senior Vice President, Technology & Entrepreneurship, Dubai
Silicon Oasis (DSO)
H.E. Dawood Al Shezawi, President, AIM Global Foundation
Dr. Ravi Gupta, Founder & CEO, Elets Group LLC. (Moderator)

10:40 PM – 10:50 PM
Introduction of Investors & Jury
10:50 PM - 11:00 PM
Unveiling of Elets Wealth Insights Magazine
11:00 PM - 11:05 PM
Magazine Launch - Elets Wealth Insights Magazine
11:05 PM - 11:45 PM
Startup Pitch Sessions

Revent
Aluplex India Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai, India

11:45 PM - 12:05 PM
Coffee Break and Networking
12:05 PM - 1:45 PM
Startup Pitch Sessions

Astragene
Super Click
Machfox
Sabka Dentist
Markets2Home

1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
Lunch and Networking Break
2:30 PM - 4:10 PM
Startup Pitch Sessions

GOTD
Rovelens
Nafre
Creative 3D Technologies, Inc.
Loya Legal

4:10 PM - 4:30 PM
Investor Panel
4:40 PM - 5:20 PM
Startup Pitch Sessions

Butterfly Preschool
Project Funding

5:20 PM - 6:00 PM
Closing Remarks and Investment Announcements

Startup Participation Roadmap

Screening for Pre-Finale:

Our dedicated team engages in a screening process, personally connecting with startup founders. A panel of experts meticulously evaluates applicants, identifying promising startups from a pool of over 250 registrations

Immersive Bootcamp:

Fundable startups embark on a 24-hour programme, shaping them into investor-ready entities.This experience prepares them for the grand finale.

Finale - Live Pitch Session in Dubai:

The top 20 finalists present their visions to a panel of 10 investors in a live pitch session in Dubai, vying for potential funding.

Evaluation Parameters

Our experienced team will meticulously evaluate on the basis of their Investment Readiness Report.

You can also join as a Delegate

Here's what you'll gain:
  • Discover fresh ideas in business development, investments, partnerships, and much more.
  • Seek potential investors and forge new partnerships for your project.
  • Enhance the growth of your current projects by finding new collaborators.
  • Unlock exclusive advantages through discussions with fellow entrepreneurs and investors.


About Me

Join as Delegate

Delegate Registration

300 USD

per person

One-on-One Meeting with Investors

  • Meet VCs from India and Dubai
  • Meet International Family Offices
  • Global Investor Networking
  • One-on-One Meeting with Investors
  • Meet Dubai UHNis
  • Meet Foreign Angel Investors
  • Attend Live Pitching Session in Dubai
  • Get Industry Mentors
  • Meet Prospective Successful Startups
  • Business Exploration in UAE
  • Market Access & Expansion
  • Personalised Networking

Radisson RED Hotel Dubai
Silicon Oasis

Address: Dubai Digital Park - Dubai Silicon Oasis - Industrial Area - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Testimonials

Author
Thank you for organising a fantastic programme in Dubai and connecting the HealthTech industry to investors. I was able to meet the 'right people' and have meaningful conversations around the HealthTech sector in GCC and the opportunities for investments. It would be a great pleasure to be part of this forum in the coming years.
Dr. Raja Sekhar Gujju
Chief Executive Officer CognitiveBotics MENA, Dubai
Author
I had the opportunity to meet leaders from various walks of life in healthcare and interact with innovative startups that are truly revolutionising the healthcare sector. Their groundbreaking ideas and solutions were not only promising but also incredibly impactful.
Dr. Anand Govindaluri
Founder & CEO Govin Capital, Singapore
Author
The programme played a crucial role in expanding the reach of technological advancements within healthcare systems, particularly in response to the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. It laid the groundwork for attracting private and institutional investments into healthcare infrastructure, systems, services, education, and innovation.
Dr. Umair Mehmood
President, WePelicans Prospective