Microsoft for Startups UAE

Last chance! The countdown is ON! In just 6 days, witness the future of AI innovation come to life at the GrowthX Accelerator Demo Day 2024, happening during Abu Dhabi Business Week! 🚀 Get inspired. Connect with visionaries. Be part of the next big wave in AI and entrepreneurship, powered by Microsoft and the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. 📅 When: Thursday, December 5, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM 📍 Where: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC), Abu Dhabi, UAE This is your moment to be at the forefront of tech innovation! ⏳ The clock is ticking – REGISTER NOW! Don't miss out: http://msft.it/6041WAMyL #DemoDay2024 #Microsoft #ADIO #Hub71 #AbuDhabiBusinessWeek #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

🌟 What a journey! 🌟 Over the last 3 months, we’ve witnessed 12 exceptional startups transform their visions into reality at the GrowthX Accelerator: AI Edition – Demo Day, in partnership with Abu Dhabi Investment Office and supported by Plug and Play Tech Center. 🚀 From game-changing AI solutions to sustainability-focused innovations, this cohort has redefined what’s possible. AI-focused workshops, expert mentorship, and deep dives into business and cutting-edge technology unlocked new opportunities, fostered connections, and accelerated growth for these bright innovators in Abu Dhabi’s vibrant ecosystem. ✨ 12 startups. 12 bold ideas. 12 incredible success stories in the making. To DocuTable, Guepard, PremAI, Rology, Sporo Health, SustainInsight, syd™, Webidoo, Orbii, OpenFarming.Earth, Curio, and Smart Bricks, we are endlessly inspired by your drive, resilience, and creativity. 💡 This is only the beginning of your impact on the UAE and beyond! 🌍 #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

In the final week of the program, we held our last bi-weekly check-in where founders shared their journeys, discussed progress, and exchanged valuable insights. These sessions fostered a supportive community that celebrated successes and navigated challenges together. The cohort also accessed resources to speed up hiring, build critical skills, and retain top talent. We wrapped up the program with a final pitch and deck reviews in preparations for Demo Day, in addition to a final 1:1 OKR review to evaluate each startup's overall performance, growth, and progress towards their objectives set for the program. Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center Firas Abu Hamzeh #DemoDay #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

Firas Abu Hamzeh, Head of Enterprise Business - MENA at LinkedIn, led an inspiring session titled "Unlock the Power of Your People," diving deep into the key strategies that drive success in today’s talent-driven world. 💼 The session covered three critical pillars for businesses: how to hire quality candidates faster, develop essential skills at scale, and retain top talent to foster long-term success. In an ever-evolving job market, Firas shared invaluable insights that can help organizations not only streamline their recruitment processes but also cultivate a culture of continuous growth and learning. 💡 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center #TalentAcquisition #Hiring #SkillsDevelopment #LinkedIn #BusinessGrowth #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

🚀 Week 10 Recap: Scaling Last week, we explored how to design and implement scalable, cloud-native intelligent applications using Microsoft Azure. We defined what intelligent applications are and then delved into cloud-native technologies such as Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Apps, and Azure OpenAI. We wrapped up the week with mentorship hours from Plug and Play Tech Center, Microsoft, and other industry experts and continued preparing our pitches and decks in preparation for Demo Day. Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center Ovais Mehboob Ahmed Khan #GrowthMindset #DigitalMarketing #DataDriven #DemoDay #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

Ovais Mehboob Ahmed Khan, Senior Cloud Solution Architect - Digital and App Innovation at Microsoft, hosted an insightful session titled "Building Scalable Cloud Native Intelligent Applications on Azure," diving deep into the world of cloud-native technologies and intelligent applications. ☁️ Attendees gained valuable knowledge on designing and implementing scalable, cloud-native solutions using Microsoft Azure. From Azure Kubernetes Service to Azure OpenAI, the session covered the essentials of leveraging cutting-edge tools to create intelligent applications for the future. For startups and developers, this was an invaluable guide to harnessing the power of Azure! 🚀 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center #AzureInnovation #CloudNative #IntelligentApps #MicrosoftAzure #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

🚀 Week 9 Recap: Digital Marketing! Last week, we dove into some key strategies to accelerate growth. We collaborated with fellow founders, sharing insights and celebrating progress in our bi-weekly check-in. 💬 Our training focused on mastering customer segmentation, value proposition development, and pricing strategy to position our products effectively. 💡 We also unlocked the power of LinkedIn advertising to boost brands and generate leads. 📈 In addition, we learned to track key metrics like acquisition, engagement, and conversions. From configuring events to analyzing growth metrics like lifetime value (LTV) and average order value (AOV), we’re now equipped to make data-driven decisions for real growth. 📊 Lastly, we prepped our pitches and decks in preparation for Demo Day. Big things ahead! 🎤💥 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center Sania Kaddoura Sherif El-Kheir Malek Alameh #GrowthMindset #DigitalMarketing #DataDriven #DemoDay #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

Malek Alameh, Marketing Manager at Capstone Property, hosted an impactful session titled "Numbers That Matter: Mastering Analytics for Real Growth," diving deep into the power of data analytics and how to leverage GA4 for impactful business decisions. 📊 The session covered everything from setting up GA4 accounts and properties to configuring events and conversions, tracking key funnel stages like acquisition and retention, and analyzing customer journeys to reduce drop-offs. Attendees learned how to create custom funnels, identify growth hacking metrics like lifetime value (LTV) and average order value (AOV), and make data-driven marketing decisions to maximize ROI. For startups and businesses aiming to master the art of data-driven marketing, this session was a game-changer! 🚀 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center #DataDrivenGrowth #GA4 #Analytics #Startups #Tech #MarketingInsights #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

Sherif El-Kheir, Sr. Market Development Director at LinkedIn, delivered an insightful session titled "Unlocking LinkedIn's Power: Boost Your Brand & Generate Leads with LinkedIn Advertising," revealing strategies to maximize LinkedIn’s potential for brand growth. The session offered a deep dive into leveraging LinkedIn Ads for brand building and lead generation, providing actionable strategies to optimize campaigns and drive tangible results. 💼 With LinkedIn as a powerhouse for professional networking and business growth, understanding how to unlock its full potential is essential for today’s marketers and entrepreneurs! 🚀 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center #LinkedInAdvertising #BrandBuilding #LeadGeneration #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator

Led by Sania Kaddoura, Sr. Partner Development Manager at Microsoft, the session "Accelerate Growth with Microsoft Marketplace & AI" delivered a powerful masterclass on essential strategies for business success. The training explored customer segmentation and targeting, value proposition development, and pricing strategy, key pillars for positioning products effectively in competitive markets. 🌟 From crafting the perfect message to reaching the right audience, these actionable insights empower startups to stand out, attract customers, and drive growth like never before. With the power of Microsoft Marketplace and AI, the pathway to growth has never been more exciting for entrepreneurs and startups eager to thrive in today’s dynamic ecosystem! 💻 Abu Dhabi Investment Office Plug and Play Tech Center #MicrosoftMarketplace #InnovationStrategy #Tech #BusinessSuccess #MicrosoftStartups #AI #GrowthXAccelerator