00:04 Tech Founders Community in Dubai Marina
In Dubai Marina, there is a vibrant community of Tech Entrepreneur Club founders, including angel investors, VC firms, and entrepreneurs from around the world, such as the US, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Germany, India, Russia, Italy, and more. Every Friday, they come together to exchange ideas, provide support, and forge business deals. This community serves as a platform for networking and seeking funding, essential for the growth of startups. It’s a promising and dynamic environment for entrepreneurs to connect and thrive.
02:18 Networking and Idea Exchange in Tech Community
Attending weekly meetings in the tech community provides valuable networking opportunities and a platform to exchange ideas. It’s a place where passionate individuals with innovative visions come together, sparking creativity and collaboration.
As an advisor and consultant with seven years of experience working with startups, Mustafa highlights the importance of these gatherings for entrepreneurs. It’s a chance to connect with like-minded people, refresh ideas, and potentially discover unexpected opportunities.
04:19 Empowering Real Estate Agents with Digital Tools
Recognizing the need to empower real estate agents, this initiative aims to create a platform that connects people, making it easier for individuals, like the speaker’s mother, to raise funds and enter the real estate market. The platform’s goal is to attract visitors from around the world, increase website visibility, and boost sales. With a dedicated team and support from industry experts, they are on a mission to achieve $50,000 in monthly revenue by January 1st. This venture represents a digital transformation in the real estate industry, offering opportunities for collaboration and growth.
06:12 A Thriving Community for Business and Technology Solutions
This community provides a unique platform where individuals from diverse backgrounds can connect and find solutions, whether it’s for business relationships, technology solutions, customers, partners, or even investors.
It has grown from a small gathering to a thriving community of over 800 people who come together every week. The founder of ProTenders.com, an experienced entrepreneur, highlights the exceptional nature of this community, which is different from typical event-based gatherings in the region.
It fosters consistent networking and collaboration among its members, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking opportunities in the business and technology spheres.
08:07 A Supportive Entrepreneurial Community
This community stands out as a place where entrepreneurs come together to give, learn, share, and help each other succeed. It’s a truly inspiring and motivating environment where individuals like the speaker find mentors, offer guidance, and foster a sense of giving back.
The essence of mentoring is that the more you give, the more you receive in return, making it a win-win for all involved. It’s a remarkable community that encourages collaboration and support among entrepreneurs of all ages and backgrounds.
09:51 Building a Supportive Business Community in Dubai
The founders of this community in Dubai recognized the need to address the fragmentation in the regional ecosystem and created a platform where businesses can share their challenges, collaborate on solutions, and access support.
Olga, the co-founder and CEO of the project Gloc.al, explained that they are building B2B solutions for businesses facing scalability issues, and this community has been invaluable in their customer development. While they are in the fundraising stage with a goal of raising $850,000, they have already received initial commitments, showcasing the potential for collaboration and investment within the community.
11:45 An Ecosystem of Support for Entrepreneurs
This community goes beyond founders and includes various stakeholders such as lawyers, CPAs, investors, angels, VCs, and developers. With over 2,000 members, including 700 attending physically, it has expanded to locations like Buffalo, New York, Austin, Texas, Korea, and Berlin.
The primary goal is to promote entrepreneurship, remove barriers to entry, and foster financial equality. It operates as a nonprofit, with founders supporting each other genuinely and without hidden agendas.
The community’s strength lies in founders helping fellow founders understand their challenges, network effectively, and share their successes week by week.
13:31 A Collaborative Environment for Startups and Entrepreneurs
This community not only supports startups but also encourages collaboration and partnerships. It’s a place where entrepreneurs can find co-founders, merge with other startups, and bridge various channels. Newcomers can easily join by visiting 24s9.com or the LinkedIn page, where they can send a message to get an invite.
The community fosters a sense of love, care, and attention among its members, regardless of their size or stage, making it a perfect environment for growth in terms of partnerships, sales, and product development.
January 20, 2024
