Israel / Palestine / Jordan Orientation
08-14 June 2013
Small Entreprise Assistance Funds invites the entrepreneurs from Moldova to explore and develop an understanding of the entrepreneurial ecosystems in Israel, Palestine, and Jordan. Participants will meet best-in-class entrepreneurs and investors in all three countries. They will also have the opportunity to see the magnificent ancient cities of Jerusalem and Petra. It will be a productive, fun, thought-provoking business adventure in one of the most dynamic and fascinating regions of the world.
Tentative Schedule
08 June (Saturday)
Arrive in Tel Aviv
Welcome Reception on rooftop bar at Alexander Suites Hotel
Staying at Alexander Suites Hotel (Tel Aviv)
09 June (Sunday)
Overview of investment trends in Tel Aviv (Giza Ventures)
Pitch sessions from Tel-Aviv based entrepreneurs
Early evening visit to Garage Geeks
Reception with Tel-Aviv based entrepreneurs at Alexander Suites Hotel
Staying at Alexander Suites Hotel (Tel Aviv)
10 June (Monday)
Morning visit with Jerusalem Venture Partners
Pitch sessions from Tel Aviv-based entrepreneurs in JVP space
Visit to MIT’s Middle East Education Through Technology (MEET) Program
Tour of Jerusalem with noted archaeologist Avner Goren
Dinner at YMCA in Jerusalem
Staying at YMCA
11 June (Tuesday)
Visit Ramallah
Meetings with Palestinian Investment Authority
Briefing from Sadara Ventures
Pitch sessions with local entrepreneurs
Staying at Movenpick Hotel (Ramallah)
12 June (Wednesday)
Early departure to Jordan
Visit with Int@aj
Visit to Royal Palace for meeting with King Abdullah’s Senior Economic Advisor
Dinner at Salute in Amman
Stay at InterContinental Hotel (Amman)
13 June (Thursday)
Visit with MENA Apps team and pitch sessions with MENA Apps entrepreneurs
Visit with Endeavor Jordan and pitch sessions with Endeavor Jordan entrepreneurs
Visit with Oasis 500 and pitch sessions with Oasis 500 entrepreneurs
Dinner at Zuwaddeh in Fuheis
Stay at InterContinental Hotel (Amman)
14 June (Friday)
Optional trip to Petra
Late night / early morning departure for home
SEAF will pay for your hotels and most meals. Attendees just need to cover airfare.
For more information contact executive@ict.md by Friday, 17 May.
