Founders Live returns to Dubai!
Join us for an incredible evening…
Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.
5 founders
99-second pitches
4 minutes audience Q&A
YOUR VOTES decide the winner!
So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs, and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in the UAE.
Know someone who should attend? Open The Door
Starring
Karim Elemam as your city leader!
Maktabi and Virtuzone as Main Partners & Sponsors
Keynote Speakers
Competing Founders and Startups
Interested in pitching this or at a future event? Apply here!
Know someone who should pitch? Open The Door
Agenda
11:00 - Networking and Happy Hour
11:30 - Opening Entertainment
12:00 - Announcements, Sponsors, and Pitch Competition
13:30 - After-Party
Winners
The Founders Live winners package includes:
The Professional Boost membership with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall.
Our Partners
Maktabi is a UAE-based flexible workspace platform that provides fully serviced offices, co-working spaces, and virtual office solutions tailored for entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. With modern facilities, prime locations, and customizable packages, Maktabi makes it easy for professionals to work, meet, and grow without the overhead of traditional office setups. Their services include meeting rooms, administrative support, business licensing assistance, and mail handling—offering a seamless experience for companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the UAE.
Virtuzone is a leading UAE company formation and business setup provider that helps entrepreneurs and companies establish their presence in Dubai and across the Emirates. Offering end-to-end services—from business licensing and visa processing to accounting, tax, and corporate support—Virtuzone simplifies the process of starting and managing a business in the region. With over a decade of experience and partnerships with major free zones, Virtuzone has empowered thousands of startups and international firms to launch and scale successfully in the UAE’s thriving business ecosystem.
