HQ Global Bridges
Technology, science and innovation are creating incredible new economic and social opportunities locally and internationally for Australia.
Australia’s population is one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse in the world. Immigrants are the main contributor to the population and economic growth in Australia.
This rich multicultural population is one of our greatest strengths, reflected in the inclusive and diverse Australian startup community and growing technology ecosystem. Making Australia a big technology and innovation hub with strong connections all over the world.
About
MENA Bridge for Startups is a global bridge program - designed to give exceptional Australian companies the tools and connections to enter and succeed in the booming Middle East and North Africa "MENA" markets.
This fee-based program is designed to hone your market-readiness and ability to scale into the MENA markets. We'll connect you with the region and support you to implement and test your plans with top industry leaders.
The Program
Human Centric and Data Driven
Screening Stage
Qualify
25 Feb. 2021 - 01 Apr. 2021
Eligibility of applicants will be checked based on the Eligibility Criteria.
Assess
12 Apr. 2021 - 10 May 2021
Interviews and group activities will be conducted to select 10 applicants for the next stage.
Acceleration Stage
Accelerate
11 May 2021 - 13 Sep. 2021
Access to masterclasses, entrepreneurs-in-residence and experts to develop and create a feasibility plan and a penetration strategy.
T&C and Fees Applies
Implementation Stage
Prepare
14 Sep 2021 - 1 Nov 2021
2 finalist startups will be selected to receive the support in starting and actioning their expansion plan.
Free for finalists
Experience
2 Nov 2021 - 2 Dec 2021*
10 days visit to meet your potential investors, stakeholders and partners face-to-face. *Subject to COVID-19 restrictions
Free for finalists
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for leading and scalable Australian businesses that have expanded or are looking to expand internationally.
So, if you've got an inclusive mindset, a great tech product or solution, and are looking for the next booming markets, then this program is for you!
Eligibility Criteria
You're eligible to apply if you:
1. Are an Australian registered business
2. Have a working product or service
3. Have demonstrated traction through revenue
Industries & Verticals
This program is industry agnostic, however, following our research of the MENA region's markets and Australia's strengthens, these verticals demonstrate the greatest potential to address the region's challenges.
Agritech & Water Tech
Healthtech & Biotech
Edutech
Energy & Sustainability Tech
Fintech
Construction & Mining Tech
Cyber Security & Data Tech
IoT, AI & Machine
What You’ll Receive
Market Knowledge
Learn about the MENA market, growing an international business, and stakeholder management.
Business Strategies
Feasibility study, market penetration plan and stakeholder mapping.
Key Connections
Access to networks in Australia and overseas of industry contacts, mentors, experts and investors.
Market Expertise
Receive mentoring from Hatch Quarter and leading experts from the startup, tech, and corporate sectors.
Important Resources
Receive templates, processes, guides and feedback to enhance your business readiness.
HQ Program Team
Aiman Hamdouna
Dr Husam Wafai
Van Pham
Andrea Nathan
Vivienca Luong
Entrepreneurs and Experts
Mo Hamdouna
Shaun Sumaru
Nahil Hanna
Scott Ko
Lorna Deng
Dr. Abdullah Alajlan
Tim Holman
Mahmoud Naser
Bedi Othow
Zaid Farekh
Peter Grzybowski
Amr Darwish
Nazim El-Bardouh
Ayman Dababneh
Saleh AlHammad
Anna Wright
Adam Baker
Zeid Y. Husban
David Davies
Amani Batarseh
Ophie Mouton
Maher Al-Khaiyat
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