SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

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SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

WEB SUMMIT QATAR: Coming February 26-29, 2024

The Sabah Al-Ahmad Center for Giftedness and Creativity (SACGC), a subsidiary of the Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS), is facilitating an exclusive opportunity for 8 Kuwaiti entrepreneurs/Startups. This initiative aims to send them to the Web Summit Qatar, providing a unique chance to showcase their ventures at this prestigious event.

The visit not only offers exposure but also a platform to delve into the latest trends and innovations in the technology sector. Notably, this exhibition marks the inaugural occurrence of Web Summit in Qatar, a globally acclaimed technology conference that attracts a diverse array of industry leaders, tech enthusiasts, investors, and emerging entrepreneurs from around the world. Don't miss out on being a part of this transformative experience in the upcoming event.

In February 2024, thousands of international entrepreneurs, investors, and leaders will gather in Doha to connect the tech world at brand-new event: Web Summit Qatar. Web Summit Qatar joins the roster of international events organized by Web Summit, alongside Web Summit in Lisbon, Web Summit Rio in Rio de Janeiro, Collision in Toronto, and RISE in Hong Kong.

SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

OPPORTUNITIES

TO NETWORK

TO LEARN

ACCESS THE WORLD

TO DISCOVER

SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

WHO SHOULD APPLY (TERMS & CONDITIONS)

Any Kuwaiti national startup founder or inventor who operates an existing and active business in the following technology sectors:

HARDWARE

SOFTWARE

MOBILE APP

WEBSITE

      • Applicants must hold Kuwaiti citizenship.
      • Participants should be aged 21 and above.
      • A valid Civil ID and passport are required.
      • Signing the SACGC adherence agreement is mandatory.
      • Submit a comprehensive profile outlining the reasons for participation and complete a reflection report.
      • Upload a pitch deck for participants' current technology business..
SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

WHAT SACGC WILL COVER FOR YOU?

SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

SELECTION CRITERIA

Our goal is to identify individuals with exceptional potential and nurture their talents to help them achieve their fullest potential. We are dedicated to creating an environment that cultivates a rewarding and enriching learning experience for highly ambitious tech founders and inventors.

01

Clarity of the presentation

02

Business tractions

03

Market Size

04

Business Model

All aspiring founders and inventors with operational tech businesses are mandated to submit their pitch decks for evaluation. You can access a sample pitch deck and guidelines for crafting your own in the section below. A professional business committee will review these pitch decks to identify the top 8 applicants. This evaluation is part of our ongoing call for applicants' campaign, concluding on 15th of January 2024.

Your physical presence is not required during the evaluation session; your pitch deck suffices. Should the committee require any clarifications, we will reach out to you on the selection day, scheduled for the 22nd of January 2024.
 

What is a pitch deck and how will my pitch deck be graded?
 
A pitch deck is usually a 07-20 slides presentation designed to give a short summary of your company, your business plan, and your startup vision. Pitch decks also serve very different purposes, from trying to get a meeting with a new investor, to presenting in front of a stage.

Your slides will be Graded from 1 to 5 (1 is low, 5 is top grade)

  1. Problem (Clarity of the problem that you’re solving)
  2. Solution (Clarity of the problem that you’re solving)
  3. Product (Screenshots of your technology product, website, or your app)
  4. Market Size (How big is your market and is it scalable?)
  5. Business Model (How do you make money?)
  6. Competition (Your competition metrics, who competes with you in the market)
  7. Better/Different (What makes you different?)
  8. Marketing Plan (What is your go-to-market strategy?)
  9. Team Slide (Who is with you in this venture?)
  10. Traction / Milestones (Share your success, number of active users, active followers, and your yearly or monthly growth. You don’t need to share anything confidential)

Related Article: 12 Pitch Deck Examples from Successful Startups revise  (Source: slidebean.com)

SACGC at Web Summit Qatar 2024

IMPORTANT DATES

24/12/2023

Registration Open

15/01/2024

Registration Close

17/01/2024

Applicants Meeting

22/01/2024

Selection Day

26/02/2024

Traveling Day

29/02/2024

Return to Kuwait

07/03/2024

Reflection Report