The only platform in the region to support entrepreneurs specialized in tourism, travel and aviation
“Intelaq Center” begins receiving applications for “2021 programs” for start-up companies
"Intelaq Center" is one of the strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing Dubai's position as a global city in innovation and technology.
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Yousef Lootah: "The center, which was launched during the pandemic, is evidence of Dubai's ability to turn challenges into opportunities."
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"Intelaq Center", the only platform in the region that supports startups specialized in the tourism, travel and aviation sectors, announced that it will start receiving applications for new group programs as of yesterday, calling on local, regional and international startups to participate in the 2021 program in order to obtain the support that will help them grow. and evolution.
The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing in Dubai, "Dubai Tourism", said in a statement that entrepreneurs participating in the center's programs will be able to access a wide network of partners as well as promising job opportunities, allowing them to deal with severe business challenges, as well as benefit from the views and destinations different consideration.
«Incubator Incubator»
And Dubai Tourism indicated that the “Intilaq Center” combines three platforms: “Intilaq Incubator”, “Intilaq Accelerators”, and “Intilaq Ideas Lab”, explaining that “Intilaq Incubator” is a 12-week program for companies. In addition to providing the participants with the necessary advice, and a trial day to review the solutions that were presented and find out their suitability for Dubai, in addition to providing a financial support of 50 thousand dirhams to speed up the delivery of the services of associates in the program to customers.
"Startup Accelerators"
The department indicated that the "Intilaq Accelerators" program extends to eight weeks and is directed to advanced start-ups looking to expand their business, as the program provides comprehensive market consultations, with the ability to use the partner system to test and implement their solutions, as well as present their ideas to key partners, experts and investors to qualify them. For opportunities for partnership and financing.
«Intilaq Ideas Lab»
As for the "Intilaq Ideas Lab" program, the department stated that it extends to three weeks and focuses on nurturing young Emirati talents, as part of the UAE's vision to develop and support innovation and entrepreneurship for Emirati startups.
strategic initiative
Yousef Lootah, Executive Director of Development and Investment at Dubai Tourism, said that the "Intilaq Center" is one of the strategic initiatives and steps taken by Dubai Tourism, aimed at strengthening Dubai's position as a global city in innovation and technology.
He added, "The center, which was launched last year during the (Covid-19) pandemic, is the best evidence of Dubai's ability to turn challenges into opportunities."
Program leaders
In its second year, the Intelak hub program is led by leaders in the tourism and travel sectors, advisory services and information systems, who act as major partners for it:
■ "Dubai Tourism", with its extensive experience in marketing Dubai as a global destination.
■ The Emirates Group, which has a proven track record in the aviation sector through Emirates Airlines, as well as travel services through dnata.
■ «Accenture», the leading company in promoting the ecosystem of start-ups.
■ «Microsoft», which has extensive experience in sponsoring and supporting emerging companies.
• The center combines the "Intilaq Incubator", "Intelaq Accelerators" and "Intelaq Ideas Lab".
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