We are proud to announce that Mishal Kanoo, Chairman of The Kanoo Group, served as one of the distinguished judges at the second edition of Seal the Deal 2025.
The event took place during the Sharjah Investment Forum and Global Investment Conference 2025, with Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park, in attendance.
What is Seal the Deal?
Seal the Deal gives startups a unique chance to pitch their ideas directly to investors and business leaders. This year, nine promising startups took the stage to present their visions and compete for investment opportunities.
Impressive Results
The initiative was a great success:
- Nine startups presented five-minute pitches to the
judging panel
- Investment commitments exceeded AED 4 million
- Startups received immediate feedback and genuine investment interest from industry leaders
Supporting Innovation
Organized by SRTIP together with the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), Invest in Sharjah, the American University of Sharjah, and the University of Sharjah, the initiative strengthens Sharjah's position as a leading hub for innovation and entrepreneurship in the region.
Alongside Mishal Kanoo, the judging panel included other prominent business leaders such as Abdullah Abu Sheikh (Co-Founder & CEO, Astra Tech), Mohammed Al Hashimi (CEO of Union Coop), Mohammed Khudairi (CEO of Bank of Sharjah), and Sherif Beshara (CEO of Mohamed & Obaid Al Mulla Group and American Hospital Dubai).
This event shows how ideas can turn into real businesses when entrepreneurs and investors come together to create value and opportunities for sustainable growth.
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