Founders Live Dubai

Founders Live is back for another Dubai event!

Join us for an incredible evening…

Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.

5 founders

99-second pitches

4 minutes of audience Q&A

YOUR VOTES decide the winner!

So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs, and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in UAE.

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Starring

Karim Elemam as the City Leader (karim.elemam@founderslive.com )

Maktabi and Virtuzone as Community Partners

Speakers

Karim Elemam | LinkedIn Profile

Competing Founders and Startups

TBD

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Agenda

11:00 am - Networking and Happy Hour

11:30 am - Opening Entertainment

12:00 pm - Announcements, Sponsors and Pitch Competition

01:30 pm - After-Party

Winners

The Founders Live winners package includes:

• The Professional Boost membership with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
• An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall.

Our Partners

Maktabi | Maktabi is a UAE-based flexible workspace platform that provides fully serviced offices, co-working spaces, and virtual office solutions tailored for entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. With modern facilities, prime locations, and customizable packages, Maktabi makes it easy for professionals to work, meet, and grow without the overhead of traditional office setups. Their services include meeting rooms, administrative support, business licensing assistance, and mail handling—offering a seamless experience for companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the UAE.

Virtuzone | Virtuzone is a leading UAE company formation and business setup provider that helps entrepreneurs and companies establish their presence in Dubai and across the Emirates. Offering end-to-end services—from business licensing and visa processing to accounting, tax, and corporate support—Virtuzone simplifies the process of starting and managing a business in the region. With over a decade of experience and partnerships with major free zones, Virtuzone has empowered thousands of startups and international firms to launch and scale successfully in the UAE’s thriving business ecosystem.

Enter the Prime Time Pitch Challenge!

This is your chance to share your story in a 99-second pitch video.

Prizes start at just 250 votes.

Top-voted founders compete live in our Prime Time global tournament for the grand prize worth $10,000 in cash and prizes.

Get notified when entries open for the 2026 edition!

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