MBRIF Cohort 12 Demo Day at Palace Downtown

About MBRIF Cohort 12 Demo Day

Demo days are where months of hard work come together on one stage, and the MBRIF Innovation Accelerator’s Cohort 12 Demo Day promises a strong line-up. Seventeen start-ups from the region and beyond will present their businesses, their solutions and the progress they have made during the programme, at Palace Downtown in the heart of Downtown Dubai.

Attendance is free, which makes this a valuable morning for anyone who wants to see what a new cohort of accelerator-backed start-ups in Dubai looks like, and to meet the founders behind them.

What to expect

Over four hours, the 17 start-ups in Cohort 12 will each present their business. According to the event listing, the focus of the day is on:

• Discovering new ventures and the problems they are solving
• Networking with founders, investors and ecosystem partners
• Exploring partnership and investment opportunities

The description places the event in the Royale Ballroom on the lobby level of Palace Downtown. The registration form asks whether you are an investor, along with a category and the sectors you are interested in, which suggests the organisers will use this information to help make useful connections on the day.

Who it is for

The organisers describe the audience as founders, investors, industry leaders, partners and members of the wider innovation ecosystem. It is particularly worthwhile for:

• Angel investors and VCs looking for deal flow
• Corporate innovation teams seeking start-up partners
• Founders who want to see how other companies present and position themselves
• Anyone considering applying to an accelerator in the UAE

How to attend

Attendance is free. Register through the official Luma page linked on this listing. Registration does not require approval, but you will be asked a few short questions about your interests during sign-up.

Good to know

• Complimentary valet parking is available. Remember to validate your parking ticket before you leave.
• The event is held in the Royale Ballroom on the lobby level of Palace Downtown, according to the description.
• No dress code is stated. As a tip, business attire or smart business casual is the safest choice for a demo day at a five-star hotel.
• As a general tip, review the start-ups beforehand if a list is shared, so you can prioritise the conversations that matter most to you.
• Downtown Dubai can be busy in the mornings, so allow extra time for traffic.