Startup Competition

Startup Competition

Business Lobby Event 31 January 2025

The Startup Competition was launched as a genuine platform that brings together creativity and entrepreneurial thinking. The submissions ranged from early innovative ideas to young startups that had already taken their first steps in the business world, giving the competition a well-rounded character that combined future vision with practical ambition.
Participants presented their pitches before a distinguished panel of experts, academics, and business leaders, who enriched the discussions with their insights and guidance.

The diverse backgrounds of the jury members in entrepreneurship, innovation, digital transformation, finance, and consultancy; were clearly reflected in the depth of the evaluations and the quality of the feedback.
The atmosphere of the competition was filled with excitement and inspiration. Contestants shared their stories, journeys, and aspirations, presenting inspiring models that reflected the ambitions of a new generation striving to build a more innovative and sustainable future. This experience represented a key step toward creating a lasting platform to support promising ideas and transform them into scalable, impactful ventures.

Startup Competition

Inspiring Startup Pitch Deck Collection

We are delighted to share with you a collection of inspiring videos from the startups that took part in the journey, including Eventocity, which was among the participants and whose involvement led to remarkable outcomes. Later, it returned to play a pivotal role as an active partner and organizer of the Interactive Business Lobby Event on June 21, 2025, contributing to the success of this remarkable occasion.

Participating Startups

Startup Competition

Business Lobby Interactive Event - 21 June 2025

A selected group of entrepreneurial projects competed before both the jury and the audience in a unique interactive experience that allowed attendees to take part in the evaluation process.
The session was opened by Dr. Mohamed El-Fran, the competition supervisor, who explained the evaluation criteria and the way the process was designed to involve both the jury and the audience. This dynamic format added energy and impact to the competition.

Supporting Mentors:
A group of mentors worked closely with the startups during the preparation stage. They offered hands-on support and direct guidance, helping participants refine their ideas and clarify their business models in a more professional manner before pitching to the jury and audience.
This edition of the competition embodied the spirit of creativity and diversity, as participants showcased promising entrepreneurial solutions addressing real-world challenges and opening new avenues for growth. Contributions from the jury and the audience enriched the discussions, turning the competition into a true platform for knowledge exchange, idea sharing, and building bridges between entrepreneurs and investors.

Startup Competition

Inspiring Startup Pitch Deck Collection

Startup Competition

Business Lobby Event - 23 August 2025

Young entrepreneurs shared their stories and ideas in the Startup Competition. The event was not merely a showcase of innovative projects, but a living scene that reflected passion and determination. The energy of the audience blended with the aspirations of the contestants, creating a vivid picture of what entrepreneurship truly means.
The jury’s contributions added depth to the dialogue. Their role went beyond selecting winners, as they also provided strategic guidance and advice to participants, turning the competition into a collective intellectual workshop that elevated the value of participation itself.

Supporting Mentors:
Mentors played a pivotal role in enriching the experience. They offered practical guidance to startups, helped improve pitch strategies, and highlighted the strengths of each project. Their presence brought tangible value to the competition, providing specialized expertise and building bridges between contestants and the real business environment.
This edition concluded not only with the announcement of winners but also with new doors of hope, This edition concluded not only with the announcement of winners but also with new doors of hope, opportunities for collaboration, and clear messages that big ideas start with a small step, yet they have the power to change the future.