‘Created by Emiratis’ Exhibition and Forum to foster culture of innovation and entrepreneurial activity
Al Qasba has announced that it will hold the first ‘Created by Emiratis’ Exhibition and Forum, organized by young Emirati entrepreneurs, from March 2nd-5th, 2011. The event is sponsored by Sharjah Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Sharjah Tatweer Forum (Tatweer), Sharjah Commerce Tourism Development Authority, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone, Al Qasba and Ruwad Establishment.
The event, organized for the first time in Sharjah, will highlight the importance of pilot projects and will aim to encourage young Emirati entrepreneurs to develop projects under the leadership of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Al Qassimi, Member of Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, and his vision to support small and medium businesses. The event aims to promote the concept of creativity and innovation to foster a competitive environment, contributing to the economic growth of Sharjah and the UAE.
“The strength of the economy relies on the vibrancy of small businesses, and an environment conducive to generating entrepreneurship. We look forward to creating a competitive, business-friendly environment in Sharjah, which will contribute to the continuing growth of the entire country,†said H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan.
Salem Al-Shami, Head of the Exhibition’s Organizing Committee, said: “The event is part of our national responsibility to provide a suitable environment to support and sponsor creative young people, and push for the development of their businesses to promote a culture of excellence and self-employment that will serve the overall development process in the country.â€
“The initiative will showcase capabilities and competencies of one hundred young entrepreneurs and contribute to the marketing and promotion of their products. It will also serve our vision in attracting more entrepreneurs to broaden the base of small businesses that are considered a vital source to the development of the economic sector in Sharjah and the UAE,†he added.
He further explained that the forum would offer an ideal opportunity to discuss the challenges facing young entrepreneurs, pointing out the key role financial institutions needed to play in support of pilot projects, and stressing the need for their commitment towards entrepreneurship.
“Our vision is to establish a forum for new startups to exchange ideas and opinions with successful entrepreneurs as well as connect owners of small businesses with funding institutions to overcome financial challenges,†Al-Shami revealed.
Al-Shami added that a culture of grass roots innovation and business startups required overcoming marketing challenges and opening new horizons for business leaders. Events like the ‘Created by Emiratis’ Forum and Exhibition eases the process of obtaining necessary funding and contributes to raising awareness of entrepreneurial activity.
The forum will host three main workshops covering entrepreneurship, key components of project building and the primary keys to create a successful project. It will also highlight success stories by local entrepreneurs.
The forum coincides with the opening of a special exhibition for business pioneers, including owners of home-based businesses, handicrafts and small e-commerce businesses. The expo will showcase their products and innovations and help in promoting and marketing them.
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