TiE Women MENA 2025 Launches Sixth Edition to Champion Female Founders
TiE Dubai has officially launched the sixth edition of the TiE Women MENA program for 2025, aiming to empower women entrepreneurs across the region through extensive support and global opportunities.
Program Overview
The TiE Women MENA program is a flagship initiative by TiE Global designed to support women-led businesses. The 2025 edition will provide entrepreneurs with access to a robust ecosystem of mentoring, training, and networking, culminating in a regional pitch competition. The program focuses on equipping female founders with the skills and resources needed to scale their ventures successfully in the competitive MENA landscape.
Key Components & Benefits
Participants in the program can expect several key benefits aimed at fostering growth and success:
Mentorship: Access to experienced mentors from the TiE network who provide guidance on strategy, operations, and fundraising.
Training Workshops: Focused sessions covering essential business topics such as pitch deck creation, financial modeling, marketing, and legal aspects.
Networking Opportunities: Connections with investors, industry experts, and fellow entrepreneurs.
Regional Pitch Competition: A platform to showcase their businesses and compete for a chance to represent the MENA region globally.
The program emphasizes practical skills and connections vital for navigating the startup journey in the MENA region.
The Global Stage
Winners of the TiE Women MENA regional competition will gain the opportunity to compete in the prestigious TiE Women Global Pitch Competition. Notably, the TiE Global Summit for 2025 and the associated pitch competition are scheduled to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This provides MENA entrepreneurs with a significant home-region advantage and exposure on an international stage.
Eligibility & Participation
The program is open to women entrepreneurs across the MENA region leading businesses at various stages. Specific eligibility criteria are typically outlined upon application opening, focusing on the woman's ownership stake and leadership role in the venture. Interested entrepreneurs are encouraged to follow TiE Dubai's channels for application details and deadlines.
About TiE Dubai
TiE Dubai is the local chapter of TiE Global, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship worldwide. TiE connects entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders through networking, mentoring, education, and incubation programs. TiE Dubai plays a crucial role in promoting the entrepreneurial ecosystem within the UAE and the wider MENA region, with the TiE Women program being a key part of their efforts to support diversity and inclusion in the startup space.
Looking Ahead
The launch of the sixth edition signals a continued commitment to empowering women in the MENA startup ecosystem. With the global pitch competition set to take place in Riyadh, the 2025 program holds particular significance for regional participants, offering unparalleled visibility and potential investment opportunities right on their doorstep. The initiative is poised to cultivate the next wave of successful female-led businesses across the MENA region.
Source: Zawya