Tribune News Network
Doha
Qatar University (QU) and HyperThink Systems have announced the opening of applications for the third edition of the Qatar Entrepreneurship Awards (QEA). Entrepreneurs and startups from Qatar and the region are invited to submit their applications across 11 award categories.
The QEA serves as a national platform celebrating excellence and innovation within Qatar’s entrepreneurial ecosystem startups. Hosted by the Centre for Entrepreneurship & Organisational Excellence (CEOE) at QU’s College of Business and Economics, in collaboration with the regional consulting and technology firm HyperThink Systems, the QEAs reflect a shared commitment to fostering entrepreneurship and driving innovation in Qatar.
Commenting on the awards, Dr Said Elbanna, director of the CEOE at QU, stated, “The QEAs underline our dedication to creating a supportive environment for innovation and entrepreneurship. We are empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs to contribute to Qatar’s economic transformation.”
Awdesh Chetal, CEO of HyperThink Systems, remarked, “We are proud to continue with QU in hosting the QEAs. This platform is a testament to Qatar’s commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the digital age.”
The 2023 edition of the QEA achieved outstanding success, with more than 500 applications submitted.
The event honoured exceptional startups and entrepreneurs across various categories, including Entrepreneur of the Year, Khalifa Al-Haroon, CEO of ILoveQatar.net and owner of Store 974, a leading computer gaming store in Qatar.
Other distinguished winners included At Home Doc, recognised as the Best Health Tech Startup of the Year for its leadership in telemedicine and home healthcare solutions, and Bonocle, which won Best Startup of the Year for revolutionising accessibility for the visually impaired.
C Wallet Services was awarded Best fintech startup of the year for its efforts in promoting financial inclusion and cashless society solutions.
Dr Kholoud Mohamed Abdullah, founder of GeneDose and a pioneer in pharmacogenomic testing, was honoured as Best Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, while Torba Market, which promotes organic farming and sustainability, was recognised as the Best Green Tech/Sustainability Startup of the Year. These winners and many others exemplify the spirit of innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurship thriving in Qatar.
The 2024 edition will once again honour outstanding achievements in categories such as Best Innovative Technology, Best Green Startup, Women in Entrepreneurship, and more.
Startups and entrepreneurs from Qatar and the region are encouraged to seize this opportunity to showcase their accomplishments. Applications can be submitted via the official Qatar Entrepreneurship Awards website: https://qatarentrepreneurshipawards.com/
The Qatar Entrepreneurship Awards is more than an event; it is a movement to inspire and support entrepreneurial excellence. For inquiries, contact: Email: [email protected], Phone: +974 44654622
