OUR MISSION
Our mission is to empower Arab entrepreneurs by providing them with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to develop their innovative ideas into successful startups. We understand the challenges faced in the early stages of building a venture, and our Accelerator program is specifically designed to bridge that gap.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Hasoub Labs is Launching the HasoubStartupsLab Accelerator program to promote Arab innovation.
Learn how this program can accelerate the growth of your venture!
Hasoub Labs is an innovation hub dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship and employment in the Arab sector.
*The programs will be conducted in-person, at the Hasoub Garage (Al-Quds Road, Ar'ara, 3002600), and in English unless otherwise noted.
**All elements listed below are subject to change due to scheduling challenges which may arise.
Our approach hyper-focuses on helping founders achieve their next impactful milestone, enabling access to a meaningful network of experts and mentors.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The Accelerator program is tailored for Arab entrepreneurs with innovative startups who face challenges in the early stages of growing their company. Our diverse community includes founders from various fields and industries, who are looking to make an impact on the world.
PROGRAM JOURNEY
Over the course of 12 weeks including sessions, workshops & events, the Accelerator program will guide you through crucial steps of growing your startup:
The Essentials
Gain an overview of the program, meet mentors, and network with key experts.
The Market and the Entrepreneurial Mindset
What makes an entrepreneurs and how it creates impact
Positioning and Branding
Learn how to define your position in the market, both individually as well as in relation to competitors. Receive valuable insights from industry experts.
Marketing and Sales
Learn how to drive growth through marketing and sales.
Team Building & Leadership
Discuss the importance of building a board to grow your startup.
Financials and Legal
Gain insights into legal considerations such as intellectual property, cofounder agreements, and more. Consider your budget and financials and hear from leading experts in the field.
Fundraising
Meet with investors who will give you a glimpse inside the investor’s mindset.
Pitching and Storytelling
Master the art of pitching your startup and captivating potential investors.
ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
The HasoubStartupsLab Accelerator is tailored for early-stage companies from any industry, from the ideation stage to early market engagement. If you’ve yet to raise any money, you are more than welcome to apply. The program is best suited for startups that have generated less than $2M in annual revenue or have raised less than $1M.
Please note these are guidelines, not firm requirements. We realize that in some markets, startups are considered early-stage with greater initial funding. Similarly, there could be a business that is pivoting to become a startup and already generates meaningful revenue.
We welcome all applicants who can benefit from our program.
SPEAKERS & MENTORS
Elisheva Taviv
CMO
Barbara Elstein
Senior Advisor, Lean Customer Development
Jameel Abu Mokh
CFO in HAAT & Partner in bma accounting firm
David Lavenda
Fractional CMO
Maroun Maroun
Head of R&D
Nawaf Helou
Senior Director of Customer Experience
Roni Floman
cmo
Udi Nachshon
Storytelling coach and communication expert
Andrea Frahm
Director Israel Office Helmholtz Association of German R&I Centres
Othman Alshekh
Siraj CEO
Ari Karp
CEO
Inas Said
Doctor (Business Administration)
Nora Nseir
coFounder and coCEO
Abdelrahim Nashef
Adv.
Hanadi Said
CEO & Cofounder
Danny Weissberg
Founder
Rajai Nuseibeh
Managing Director
Eran Savir
Founder & Managing Partner at Savyon Ventures
PROGRAM FEATURES AND SUPPORT
Entrepreneurship Fundamentals
Expert Guidance
Access to Ecosystem
Collaborative Environment
Soft Skill Development
TIMELINE
Oct 1, 2023
Applications open
Nov 5
Applications close
Nov 8-Nov 21
Judging
End of November
Finalists Announced
Jan 24
Program begins
End of March
Finale event
COST
In case of acceptance to the Accelerator there will be a commitment fee.
INTERESTED?
Apply for the Cohort that will take place in 2024.
Do you have any questions? Contact Us.
ABOUT HASOUB LABS
The Accelerator program is one of the initiatives of Hasoub Labs, an innovation-driven organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and technological advancement in the Arab world. With access to the Hasoub Garage, we provide a unique and comprehensive program designed to maximize your chances of success.
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