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🚀 Exclusive Access for Startup Founders, Entrepreneurs & Tech Leaders

Unlock incredible opportunities, premium networking, and a front-row seat to global innovation at DTE.

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Scale Your Startup on the Global Stage

Transform your startup’s trajectory at the world’s largest tech conference. Gain access to 1,000+ global investors, showcase at the inaugural US Innovation Pavilion, and connect with strategic partners across the MENA region. Our startup packages deliver the exposure, connections, and support needed to accelerate international growth.

500+

Investor Connections

$2.1B

Portfolio Deals

85%

Follow-up Rate

15x

Average ROI

Choose Your Partnership Level

Select the perfect package to maximize your accelerator’s impact at DTE GITEX 2025

Launch Pass (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

For early-stage startups getting started with international exposure

Exhibition Presence

  • Shared booth space at US Innovation Pavilion
  • Basic marketing materials
  • Startup directory listing

Conference Access

  • Badges for ENS and GITEX Global
  • Access to all conference sessions
  • Networking area access

Cost Savings

  • 20% discount on Dubai activities
  • Group accommodation rates
  • Shared transportation options
Apply for Launch Pass

Ideal For:

  • Pre-seed to seed stage startups
  • First-time international exhibitors
  • Startups with limited marketing budgets
  • Companies seeking market validation

Growth Track (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

Designed for growth-stage startups ready to expand and meet strategic partners

Premium Exhibition

  • Fully branded booth at US Innovation Pavilion
  • Professional marketing materials
  • Booth setup and management

Strategic Connections

  • 3 curated investor meetings
  • Strategic partner introductions
  • Government official meetings
  • Dubai-based virtual assistant
  • VIP Ghani representative
  • 24/7 DTE staff support
  • Pre, during, and post-conference assistance
  • Social media marketing campaign
  • Email campaign features
  • Professional photography
  • Press release distribution
  • Welcome breakfast with keynote speakers
  • DTE Welcome Summit
  • Networking mixers and receptions
  • Cultural experience tours
  • Accommodation discounts
  • Activity discounts
  • Transportation coordination
Apply for Growth Track

Ideal For:

  • Series A-B stage companies
  • Six-Figure ARR Startups
  • Companies seeking strategic partnerships
  • Startups ready for international expansion

Founder Pro (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

Our most complete package for founders ready to pitch, partner, and get press

Everything in Growth Track, PLUS:

Enhanced Deal Flow

  • 6 curated investor meetings (vs 3)
  • Pitch competition entry
  • Government pitch opportunity
  • VC speed dating sessions

Premium Marketing

  • 1-on-1 live stream interview
  • Video testimonial production
  • Startup spotlight features
  • Media interview coordination
  • Private VIP cultural experience
  • Exclusive startup yacht party
  • Founder-only networking events
  • Government official dinners
  • Trained booth attendant
  • Transportation to/from conference
  • 2 months post-conference support
  • Follow-up meeting coordination
  • +4 Additional Curated Meetings
  • Premium Booth Location
  • Dedicated PR Campaign
  • Video Production Package
Apply for Founder Pro

Ideal For:

  • Series B+ stage companies
  • Startups seeking $1M+ funding rounds
  • Companies planning MENA expansion
  • Founders wanting maximum exposure

Launch Pass (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

For early-stage startups, getting started with international exposure.

  • Booth at ENS
  • Badges for ENS and GITEX Global
  • Discounts on Activities
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Growth Track (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

Designed for growth-stage startups that are ready to expand and meet strategic partners.

  • Welcome Breakfast
  • DTE Welcome Summit
  • Fully Branded Booth at the US Pavilion
  • Badges for ENS and Gitex Global
  • Access to 3 DTE Curated Meetings
  • Dubai Based Virtual Assistant
  • VIP Ghani Representation
  • Access to a DTE Staff Support / Ambassador
  • 24/7 Access to a Virtual Assistant
  • Preconference Support
  • During Conference Support
  • Cultural Experience
  • Marketing Materials at the Booth
  • Networking Mixers & Receptions
  • Marketing Social Media
  • Features on social media and in email campaigns
  • Photos of the Experience
  • Discount on Accomodations
  • Discounts on Activities
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Founder Pro (DTE GITEX / Expand North Star 2025)

Our most complete package for founders ready to pitch, partner, and get press.

  • Welcome Breakfast
  • DTE Welcome Summit
  • Fully Branded Booth at the US Pavilion
  • Badges for ENS and Gitex Global
  • Access to 6 DTE Curated Meetings
  • Dubai Based Virtual Assistant
  • VIP Ghani Representation
  • Access to a DTE Staff Support / Ambassador
  • 24/7 Access to a Virtual Assistant
  • Preconference Support
  • During Conference Support
  • Cultural Experience
  • Marketing Materials at the Booth
  • Networking Events, Mixers & Receptions
  • Marketing Social Media
  • Features on social media and in email campaigns
  • Photos of the Experience
  • Discount on Accomodations
  • Discounts on Activities
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  • Addon $3k for +4 curated meetings
  • Access to a Trained Booth Attendant
  • Transportation to and from the conference
  • Post Conference Support
  • Private VIP Cultural Experience
  • Exclusive Startup Yacht Party
  • Marketing Social Media
  • 1x1 Interview during the Live Stream
  • Pitch to the Government
  • Pitch Competition with Cash Prize
  • Startup Mixer
  • 2 months Post Conference Support
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Startup Success Stories

Real results from our Startup partners at DTE events

$2.1B

Billion in Deals

78%

Follow-up Rate

45%

Close Partnerships

$15M

Valuation Increase

89%

Business growth

Join the US Innovation Pavilion

  • Product Demonstrations - Live demos to 100,000+ attendees
  • Investor Pitch Sessions - Present to curated investor audiences
  • Media Interviews - Coverage from 500+ international media outlets
  • Partnership Meetings - Connect with Fortune 500 companies
  • Government Presentations - Pitch to UAE government officials

What Our Founders Say

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How to Apply

Simple 5-step process to join the world’s premier accelerator community

Submit Application

Complete startup profile and pitch deck

Initial Review

Team evaluates fit and potential

Founder Interview

30-minute video call with our team

Package Selection

Choose the right tier for your stage

Confirmation & Onboarding

Welcome package and preparation

Submit Application

Complete startup profile and pitch deck

Initial Review

Team evaluates fit and potential

Founder Interview

30-minute video call with our team

Package Selection

Choose the right tier for your stage

Confirmation & Onboarding

Welcome package and preparation

Strategic Advantages

  • Application Review
  • Founder Interview
  • Final Decision
  • Onboarding Process
  • 72 hours
  • Within 1 week
  • Within 2 weeks
  • 4 weeks before event

What You'll Need

  • Startup program overview
  • Portfolio company list
  • Previous event experience
  • Partnership goals

Frequently Asked Questions

We accept startups from pre-seed to Series C+. Each package tier is designed for specific stages, from early-stage (Launch Pass) to growth-stage (Founder Pro).

No. DTE is a pure service provider. We do not take equity, board seats, or any ownership in participating companies.

Growth Track and Founder Pro packages guarantee curated meetings. If we cannot deliver the promised meetings, we provide a full refund

Yes. Additional team members can be added: Launch Pass ($1,000 each), Growth Track ($2,500 each), Founder Pro ($3,500 each).

Congratulations! We offer full refunds for acquisitions announced more than 30 days before the event.

Yes. We provide visa invitation letters and guidance for all participants. UAE offers visa-on-arrival for US passport holders.

Ready to Scale Globally?

Join 100+ US startups showcasing at the world’s largest tech conference. Secure your spot in the inaugural US Innovation Pavilion and accelerate your international growth.

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Apply for Growth Track
Apply for Founder Pro
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The Value Continues After Dubai

Expanding networks, partnerships, and opportunities that continue beyond the event

Investor Follow-ups

Coordinated next steps with interested investors

Partnership Development

Contract negotiation and deal closing support

Success Tracking

Quarterly check-ins and success measurement

Market Entry Support

MENA expansion strategy and execution

Ongoing Relationships

Access to DTE alumni network

Future Opportunities

Priority access to future DTE events

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