The “Gear Up: Energize Your Startup” event marked a significant milestone in the Palestinian innovation ecosystem, drawing a dynamic crowd of entrepreneurs, emerging startups, and key ecosystem partners.
Surpassing all expectations, the event was a celebration of entrepreneurial energy, vision, and ambition. Major highlights included the official launch of The Sharks Palestine program—an exciting new platform designed to unlock global growth opportunities for Palestinian startups, particularly in the US and European markets. The day also saw the unveiling of the West Bank Tech Boost initiative, which aims to empower local startups with the tools, mentorship, and networks needed to scale internationally.
Capping off the day, renowned expert Nidal Qanadilo led an engaging session titled “The Startup Pitfall: Solving a Problem the Market Doesn’t Want”, offering invaluable insights into market alignment, startup readiness, and strategies for accessing global opportunities.
Stay tuned—registration for these groundbreaking programs will open soon, and a full lineup of events, workshops, and mentorship opportunities is just around the corner. This is only the beginning.
