Sharjah Workshops Highlight Tools for $63 B+ Growth Market

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Sharjah, UAE – February 2, 2026 – The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2026 has launched a series of specialised, hands-on workshops designed to equip entrepreneurs with critical tools needed to build, scale, and sustain successful businesses in a rapidly expanding global market.

The workshops span key areas such as business planning, financial management, and creative strategy, addressing practical challenges faced by founders at different stages of their entrepreneurial journey. Organisers highlighted that these skills are increasingly vital as global entrepreneurship-driven markets—particularly in technology, services, and SMEs—are projected to exceed $63 billion by 2034.

Bridging the Gap from Idea to Scale

A core objective of the SEF workshops is to close the gap between innovative ideas and scalable execution. By focusing on real-world applications rather than theory, the sessions provide founders with actionable insights that can be immediately implemented within their ventures.

The initiative reflects Sharjah’s broader commitment to strengthening the regional startup ecosystem by nurturing talent, promoting innovation, and encouraging sustainable business growth.

Collaboration, Mentorship, and Market Access

Beyond skill development, the festival serves as a powerful networking platform. Entrepreneurs gain access to mentors, investors, and corporate partners, creating opportunities for collaboration, funding, and long-term growth. Such interactions are critical in helping startups navigate competitive markets and accelerate expansion.

Why This Matters for the Business Community

As entrepreneurship becomes a key driver of economic diversification and job creation, initiatives like the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival play a strategic role in:

• Strengthening startup readiness and resilience

• Supporting SME-led economic growth

• Connecting emerging founders with established business leaders

The workshops underscore the increasing alignment between policy, education, and private-sector collaboration in shaping future-ready entrepreneurial ecosystems.