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Reach new heights in the Access Program

Get the support you need to take your business to the next level in Abu Dhabi. Our Access Program offers a comprehensive support package and a route into the UAE capital’s marketplace. The benefits include in-kind and cash incentives and access to our vibrant community of capital and corporate partners, and mentors.

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What is the Access Program?

The Access Program (previously Company Building Program) offers a vibrant ecosystem and broad network of corporate, government, and investment partners for pre-seed to Series A startups looking to gain a foothold in Abu Dhabi and expand beyond. Through our incentive packages, startups gain a direct route into the UAE capital’s marketplace, equipping founders with incentives and access to Hub71’s vibrant community, where you can connect with our network of corporate, government, and investment partners.

What do we offer?

Startups that sign up will receive AED 250,000 in in-kind incentives and AED 250,000 cash incentive for equity. Top-performing startups selected by Hub71 can receive up to an additional AED 250,000 cash incentive in exchange for further additional equity.

Incentives include:

  • Office space
  • Health insurance
  • Housing
  • Workforce support
  • Licensing & visa support
  • Marketing, legal, and financial support
  • Backoffice support
  • Upskilling
  • Growth marketing

Who is the Access Program for?

The Access Program is best suited for pre-seed to Series A startups. To benefit from the program and the Abu Dhabi ecosystem, at least one founder of the startups accepted to the Company Building Program is expected to move to Abu Dhabi.

What is the Access Program?

The Access Program (previously Company Building Program) offers a vibrant ecosystem and broad network of corporate, government, and investment partners for pre-seed to Series A startups looking to gain a foothold in Abu Dhabi and expand beyond. Through our incentive packages, startups gain a direct route into the UAE capital’s marketplace, equipping founders with incentives and access to Hub71’s vibrant community, where you can connect with our network of corporate, government, and investment partners.

What do we offer?

Startups that sign up will receive AED 250,000 in in-kind incentives and AED 250,000 cash incentive for equity. Top-performing startups selected by Hub71 can receive up to an additional AED 250,000 cash incentive in exchange for further additional equity.

Incentives include:

  • Office space
  • Health insurance
  • Housing
  • Workforce support
  • Licensing & visa support
  • Marketing, legal, and financial support
  • Backoffice support
  • Upskilling
  • Growth marketing
Who is the Access Program for?

The Access Program is best suited for pre-seed to Series A startups. To benefit from the program and the Abu Dhabi ecosystem, at least one founder of the startups accepted to the Company Building Program is expected to move to Abu Dhabi.

Process of evaluation

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Application submission

Complete an application form with an overview of your startup, the problem you are addressing, the solution, your product, and business model.

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Pitch presentations

If your application is successful, you will be invited to the next stage, where you will be asked to deliver a series of pitch presentations to the Hub71 team and some of the tech ecosystem’s investment, corporate and government partners. Startups will be evaluated on their team, the market opportunity, and their growth plans.

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Final selection

After a rigorous four-stages selection process, Hub71 will select a cohort of startups to join its vibrant ecosystem.

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Program

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Overview

A 12-month program that provides a comprehensive support package for direct entry into Abu Dhabi’s marketplace, equipping founders with in-kind and cash incentives and access to our vibrant community of investors and partners.

Program launch (4 weeks)

In this launch phase, startups set KPIs and identify key areas for growth, ensuring a strong foundation for their journey into the UAE’s marketplace.

Market entry preparation (4 weeks)

This phase focuses on preparing startups for entry into the MENA region by guiding them through the UAE's corporate environment and investor landscape, ensuring they are well-equipped for success.

Corporate partners introduction

Hub71 will facilitate introductions to key partners within our network, exploring potential collaboration opportunities for startups.

Growth acceleration (4 weeks)

The ‘Growth’ phase concentrates on key areas such as fundraising, market expansion, and scaling teams to drive startup success.

Fundraising showcase

A fundraising event where startups meet with VCs within the ecosystem, culminating in a public Demo Day to showcase their progress and opportunities.

Ongoing support through incentives

Throughout the program, startups will receive ongoing support through access to vetted service providers, utilizing incentives to further enhance their growth and operations.

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Ready to take the leap?

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FAQs

FAQs

Hub71 is a global tech ecosystem based in Abu Dhabi. We support the growth of tech startups aiming to make a lasting impact on the economy and society. Our ecosystem brings together investors, corporate trailblazers, future-focused government entities and academic institutions. We connect ambitious entrepreneurs with the resources, access to capital, commercial opportunities, and mentorship needed to bring their visionary ideas to life and unleash their full potential.

Hub71 supports your startup’s growth throughout your entrepreneurial journey. Our programs help you tap into our vast ecosystem with access to subsidized housing, office space, medical insurance, and an extensive network of partners.

We are impact-makers. We are driven by an unshakable determination to bring to life transformative ideas that will change the world – and we strive to bring together others who share this ambition. Together, we are committed to boosting Abu Dhabi’s flourishing technology sector, making the Emirate the world’s leading innovation hub.

Hub71 is based in the flourishing metropolis of Abu Dhabi, in the Emirate’s prestigious, award-winning international finance center, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The UAE capital’s strategic location makes it a critical business hub connecting investors and founders from the East and West, while its tax-friendly environment attracts businesses across every sector. We hope you’ll join us here!

Hub71 is a global tech ecosystem based in Abu Dhabi. We support the growth of tech startups aiming to make a lasting impact on the economy and society. Our ecosystem brings together investors, corporate trailblazers, future-focused government entities and academic institutions. We connect ambitious entrepreneurs with the resources, access to capital, commercial opportunities, and mentorship needed to bring their visionary ideas to life and unleash their full potential.

Hub71 supports your startup’s growth throughout your entrepreneurial journey. Our programs help you tap into our vast ecosystem with access to subsidized housing, office space, medical insurance, and an extensive network of partners.

We are impact-makers. We are driven by an unshakable determination to bring to life transformative ideas that will change the world – and we strive to bring together others who share this ambition. Together, we are committed to boosting Abu Dhabi’s flourishing technology sector, making the Emirate the world’s leading innovation hub.

Hub71 is based in the flourishing metropolis of Abu Dhabi, in the Emirate’s prestigious, award-winning international finance center, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The UAE capital’s strategic location makes it a critical business hub connecting investors and founders from the East and West, while its tax-friendly environment attracts businesses across every sector. We hope you’ll join us here!