Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026 · National Pitching Day
One national platform connecting promising startups from across Syria with investors, unlocking new opportunities for growth and expansion.
Organized by Startup Syria in partnership with Accelerate Prosperity.
In partnership with
The Stage
Organized by Startup Syria in partnership with Accelerate Prosperity. as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026, National Pitching Day brings promising Syrian startups together with investors and business leaders.
Startups from across Syria can apply. Startup Syria, its regional partners, and a selection committee evaluate applicants based on market traction, growth potential, and investment readiness.
Selected startups take the stage to pitch their businesses, build connections, and explore investment and partnership opportunities.
How They Got Here
Startups go through a selection process before pitching to investors in Damascus.
Nominations
Founders can nominate their own startups or be nominated by Startup Syria's partners and network across the country.
Initial Screening
Regional partners assess startups based on market traction, impact, growth potential, and investment readiness.
Final Selection
Startup Syria, regional partners, and the selection committee choose the most promising startups and invite them to pitch in Damascus.
Pitch Day
Selected startups present their businesses to investors and business leaders, exploring opportunities for growth and investment.
Pitch Day
Founders meet investors and business leaders in Damascus for focused pitches and direct discussions.
4-Minute Pitch
Each startup presents its solution, business model, achievements, and growth plans.
Panel & AMA
Two leaders who built regional champions in two of the most regulated industries there are, pharmaceuticals and payments, join National Pitching Day for an open conversation. A moderated panel moves into an Ask-Me-Anything with the audience, and closes with direct feedback to selected startups.
Speakers
Managing Director & CEO, Avalon Pharma · Saudi Arabia
Joined Avalon Pharma in 2000 and has led it as CEO since 2018, taking the company to a listing on the Saudi Exchange in 2024. Avalon operates across 19 markets in the Middle East and Africa.
Founder & Executive Chairman, MadfoatCom · Jordan
Founded MadfoatCom, which built and runs eFAWATEERcom, Jordan's national e-bill payment system, for the Central Bank of Jordan. MadfoatCom serves more than 4.7 million customers and 3,200 partner institutions, with operations in Palestine, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Morocco.
Participation Benefits
No cash prizes. Real opportunities for investment, growth, and partnerships.
Investor Connections
Connect directly with interested investors, with further introductions through Startup Syria's network in the following weeks.
Professional Mentorship
Pairing with an operator or investor mentor for the twelve weeks following the event matched on your stage, sector, and specific gaps.
Growth Opportunities
Priority access to upcoming Startup Syria programs, including accelerators, investment readiness, and diaspora investor pitch events, plus potential tech tools and services from event partners.
Media & Credibility
Gain visibility through Startup Syria and partner media channels, strengthening your startup's credibility and opening new opportunities.
Partner Perks
Participating startups get tools and services from our partners to help them build and grow after the event.
BeeOrder
Discount coupons
Discount coupons on BeeOrder orders.
aiXplain
AI agent credits
Credits to build and run AI agents on the aiXplain platform.
Replit
Replit Core subscription
A Replit Core subscription with all of the plan's benefits, to build and ship your product.
Electronic Minds
Zoho accounts
Zoho accounts from Electronic Minds to run your startup's email and business apps.
Get Involved
Founders
Registration for this year's National Pitching Day is now closed. Thank you to every founder who applied. The committee is reviewing applications and will contact the selected startups.
Investors
Looking to discover Syria's most promising startups? Register your interest to attend the event in Damascus and meet the founders.
Attendees
Want to watch the startups pitch live in Damascus on November 4? Register your seat on the event page.
FAQ
Attendance is limited to invited investors, judges, and participating founders' guests. For media coverage, please contact the Startup Syria team directly.