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Entrepreneur summit FAQ
Everything you need to know about attending the World Entrepreneur & Investor Summit in Dubai.
This entrepreneur summit FAQ answers the questions we hear most often about the World Entrepreneur & Investor Summit — a premium, business-only event taking place at the Millennium Airport Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on 19 November 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Whether you are a founder weighing up attending, an investor planning your day, or a company considering a group booking, you should find a clear answer below.
If your question is not covered here, the event team is happy to help. For ticket details, head to book tickets — prices are not published online, so the team will share participation options directly once you enquire.
Before you dive in
A few themes run through many of the answers below, so it helps to state them up front. First, this is a business-only event: the audience is curated to founders, investors, and senior decision-makers, and student registrations are not accepted. Second, we do not publish ticket prices online — participation options are shared directly by the team when you enquire. Third, we are careful with our promises: the summit creates the conditions for valuable conversations, but we never guarantee funding, deals, or specific meetings.
With those principles in mind, the questions below cover the event itself, who it is for, how to get involved, and what to expect on the day.
Frequently asked questions
What is the World Entrepreneur & Investor Summit?
It is a premium one-day business event in Dubai that brings together entrepreneurs, founders, investors, and senior corporate decision-makers for keynotes, panels, startup pitching, and curated networking. The focus is on the conversations that move businesses forward — funding, partnerships, market access, and peer learning.
When and where will it take place?
The summit takes place on 19 November 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, at the Millennium Airport Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Who should attend?
Startup founders, scale-up entrepreneurs, SME owners, enterprise leaders, family business owners, and the investors and senior decision-makers who work alongside them — including CEOs, CFOs, CMOs, chairpersons, directors, VPs, venture capital professionals, and angel investors.
Can students attend?
No. This is a business-only event and student registrations are not accepted. We say this respectfully — the format is designed for practising entrepreneurs, investors, and decision-makers, so the room stays focused on people building, funding, and leading businesses.
Is it suitable for startup founders?
Yes. Founders are central to the summit. The programme covers scaling, profitability, team building, brand, and funding readiness, and includes investor-founder introductions and a startup pitching showcase for selected founders.
Is it suitable for investors?
Yes. Investors gain access to a curated pipeline of founders and growth-stage businesses, sector-focused conversations, investor panels on funding readiness and valuation, and dedicated introductions with founders and co-investors.
Can enterprise leaders attend?
Yes. Enterprise and corporate leaders are welcome and well represented. The summit is a place to explore partnerships, innovation, market expansion, and collaboration across 20+ industries.
How do I request ticket information?
Visit the Book Tickets page and complete the ticket enquiry form. The event team will respond with participation options, availability, and next steps by your preferred contact method.
Are ticket prices displayed online?
No. Ticket prices are not published on the website. Submit the ticket enquiry form and the event team will share participation details directly.
How can I become a sponsor?
Visit the Sponsorship page to explore how sponsorship places your brand in front of a high-intent audience of founders and investors. You can request a tailored sponsorship pack aligned to your objectives.
How can I apply to speak?
Use the Be a Speaker page to submit a speaking application. Speaking opportunities are curated for fit, and the team reviews proposals as the programme is finalised.
How can I join as a media partner?
Business media platforms can apply through the Media & Community Partners page. Media partnership connects your platform with an international business audience.
How can I join as a community partner?
Professional communities, networks, and organisations can also apply via the Media & Community Partners page to connect their members with the summit and its audience.
Is startup pitching available?
Yes. The afternoon Startup Pitching Session and Business Growth Showcase gives selected founders focused time in front of an investment-minded room. Slots are limited and curated to keep quality high.
How can I register interest for pitching?
Visit the Startup Pitching page and register your interest early to be considered as the programme is finalised. Pitching offers visibility and feedback — it is not a guarantee of investment.
What industries can participate?
20+ industries are represented, spanning technology, artificial intelligence, financial services, real estate, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, sustainability, and many more high-growth sectors.
Is the event open to international attendees?
Yes. The summit welcomes an international audience from the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and further afield. Please verify your own travel and entry requirements with official UAE authorities and your airline.
Can companies request group bookings?
Yes. Corporate and group bookings are available. Indicate the number of attendees in the enquiry form, or visit the Corporate Group Bookings page for larger groups.
Can I receive event updates?
Yes. Register your interest on the Event Updates page to hear about programme announcements, agenda updates, speaker confirmations, and participation opportunities.
Will networking be available?
Yes. Networking is central to the day, with welcome introductions, a curated networking lunch, structured discussion, and dedicated investor-founder introductions built into the programme.
Is the agenda final?
The agenda is provisional and may be updated. Session titles, timings, and speakers can change as the programme is confirmed. The published agenda gives an accurate picture of the day's flow and balance.
Are business meetings guaranteed?
No. We are deliberately honest about this: we do not guarantee funding, deals, or specific meetings. What we create are the conditions for meaningful conversations that may lead to funding, partnerships, clients, and market access over time.
What should I bring?
Come with business cards or a digital equivalent, a clear idea of who you would like to meet, and any materials relevant to your goals. Founders exploring pitching or partnerships often find a concise summary of their business useful for conversations.
Still have a question?
If something is not covered above, we would rather you asked than guessed. Reach the team through the contact page and we will point you in the right direction. Depending on what you need, these pages may also help: book tickets for participation and availability, sponsorship for brand partnership, agenda for the full day's flow, and startup pitching for founders seeking visibility in front of an investment-minded room.
We keep this page updated as the programme is confirmed, so it is worth checking back — or registering for event updates to hear about announcements as the summit takes shape.