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Step Match 2021 Step Saudi 2022

Discover the magic of Dubai and experience the energy of its entrepreneurial ecosystem.

2-FOR-1 PROMO
STARTUP SHOWCASE APPLICATION

About The Venue

Dubai Internet City is nestled within the bustling metropolis of Dubai, a city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Its strategic location offers easy access to major transportation hubs, making it a convenient hub for international businesses and entrepreneurs.

8000+

Attendees

400+

Showcasing Startups

100+

Participating Companies

$9 Billion

Funding Present

Guide


Sightseeing

Restaurants

Travel

Previous speakers

Chris Yeh

Blitzscaling Ventures

Chris Yeh

Blitzscaling Ventures

Chris Yeh is a founding General Partner of Blitzscaling Ventures. Chris has founded, advised, or invested in over 100 high-tech startups since 1995, including 9-figure companies like Ustream (investor, advisor, CEO) and UserTesting.com (advisor). He is the co-author, along with Reid Hoffman, of ‘Blitzscaling: The Lightning-fast Path to Building Massively Valuable Companies’, and the co-author, along with Reid Hoffman and Ben Casnocha, of the New York Times bestseller, ‘The Alliance: Managing Talent in the Networked Age’. Chris earned two degrees from Stanford University, with distinction in both, and an MBA from Harvard Business School, where he was named a Baker Scholar.

Jeremiah Owyang

Blitzscaling Ventures

Jeremiah Owyang

Blitzscaling Ventures

VC of Blitzscaling AI Fund, Speaker, Event Host in Silicon Valley

Faraz Khalid

noon

Faraz Khalid

noon

Faraz is the CEO of noon, the region’s leading consumer commerce platform. The noon ecosystem of services now includes marketplaces for food delivery, quick-commerce, fintech, and fashion. Faraz is an engineer by training and has an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to noon, Faraz was the co-founder and Managing Director at Namshi.


Why entrepreneurs love Dubai

Strategic Location

Positioned as a global hub, Dubai serves as a gateway to emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Its world-class infrastructure, state-of-the-art airports, and advanced logistics facilities enable entrepreneurs to access a vast network of customers, suppliers, and investors.

Diversity Drive

Dubai’s cosmopolitan culture, diverse population, and rich expatriate community make it an attractive destination for entrepreneurs. The city provides a melting pot of ideas, talent, and cultural exchange, fostering collaboration and cross-pollination of innovative concepts.

Minimal Taxation Laws

With no personal income tax, capital gains tax, or inheritance tax, Dubai offers a favorable environment for wealth accumulation and asset protection. By embracing a business-friendly tax system, Dubai attracts entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals from around the world, allowing them to maximize their earnings and retain more of their hard-earned money.

Innovation and Technological Advancements

Dubai is renowned for embracing innovation and cutting-edge technologies. Entrepreneurs are drawn to the city’s commitment to digital transformation, smart initiatives, and disruptive solutions.

Investment Openings

Dubai boasts a robust investment ecosystem, attracting venture capitalists, angel investors, and private equity firms. Entrepreneurs benefit from a diverse pool of funding sources, accelerators, and incubators that foster startup growth.

Residency Programs

Visit Dubai has introduced residency programs providing long-term visas and assistance with setting up businesses in the Emirates.