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Letsia Launches (Letsia Forward Program) to Empower the Next Generation of Innovators
In a bold step toward fostering the next generation of tech-savvy entrepreneurs, Letsia proudly announces the official launch of the Letsia Forward Program, a strategic initiative developed and managed through its youth division, Letsia Youth. The program was unveiled as part of Letsia’s ongoing commitment to innovation, digital transformation, and talent acceleration across the MENA region. Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Chairman of Letsia Holding, emphasized that the program will serve as a catalyst for preparing young minds to lead the future of AI-powered businesses and startups. Set to commence on December 15, 2025, the Letsia Forward Program is designed as a structured and immersive training track that will span three months of intensive coaching, mentorship, and real-world application. Participants will gain hands-on experience in startup development, AI integration, MVP building, market research, and investor pitching — all under the guidance of seasoned experts and startup veterans. The program will select 50 high-potential youth participants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds. These individuals will be equipped with the tools and resources necessary to develop innovative solutions in sectors including fintech, edtech, healthtech, and sustainability. As part of the program’s distinctive approach, participants will receive access to Letsia’s ecosystem of companies, tools, AI models, and funding support. In the final phase, selected startups will be given the opportunity to receive seed funding and incubation under Letsia Business. "The Letsia Forward Program reflects our vision for inclusive innovation," said Moawad. "We're not just building businesses — we’re empowering a generation to redefine what’s possible through collaboration, creativity, and intelligent systems." The program marks another milestone in Letsia’s growing portfolio of initiatives aimed at developing talent, empowering communities, and shaping the future of business from the UAE to the world.
11-10-2025
Letsia Launches “Letsia Forward Program” with a Global Summit in Dubai to Empower the Next Generation of Tech and Business Leaders
Letsia Holding has officially announced the launch of its flagship initiative, the “Letsia Forward Program,” beginning with a five-day international summit in Dubai from December 15 to 19, 2025. The event will bring together global experts, investors, educators, and entrepreneurs to mark the start of a comprehensive training journey aimed at developing future leaders in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This launch marks the first phase of an extensive multi-month training program that combines both online (50%) and offline (50%) learning, designed to offer participants a blended educational experience that merges practical application with strategic knowledge. Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Chairman of Letsia Holding, stated that the program represents “a milestone in empowering young talents to drive digital transformation through hands-on learning and visionary leadership.” “The five-day summit in Dubai will serve as a platform for participants to meet global innovators, gain exposure to real-world success stories, and prepare for the in-depth training phase that follows,” Moawad added. Program Objectives: Empower young innovators to transform ideas into scalable, investment-ready ventures. Develop participants’ skills in AI, digital entrepreneurship, and innovation leadership. Create a global network connecting founders, mentors, and investors. Promote sustainable growth through innovation-driven education. Strengthen Dubai’s position as a global hub for entrepreneurship and digital transformation. Training Content: The program’s curriculum includes specialized learning tracks such as: Entrepreneurship & Strategic Business Planning Artificial Intelligence Applications in Business Digital Leadership & Innovation Management Startup Funding & Venture Investment Digital Transformation Strategies Case Studies featuring success models from global tech and education companies Structure & Phases: Phase 1: Opening Summit (Dubai, Dec 15–19, 2025) – interactive workshops, panel discussions, and networking sessions with investors. Phase 2: Applied Training – delivered through Letsia’s digital platform with weekly live sessions led by international mentors. Phase 3: Demo Day – participants pitch their startup projects to a panel of investors and Letsia experts for potential funding and partnership. Expected Outcomes: Accredited Certificate from Letsia Youth and Letsia EDU Practical business plan tailored to each participant’s project Access to Letsia’s global investor network through OD Fund Opportunities for funding and incubation within the Letsia ecosystem Letsia’s Vision: Through the Letsia Forward Program, the group aims to establish a global platform that bridges education, technology, and investment, in line with the Letsia 2030 Strategy to position Dubai as a world leader in innovation and entrepreneurship.
25-10-2025
Active Participation and Interactive Discussions During the First Sessions of the Letsia Forward Program
The first sessions of the Letsia Forward Program witnessed strong engagement and active participation from entrepreneurs, as discussions were marked by dynamic interaction and direct questions from attendees, reflecting the high level of interest in the practical content being delivered. The opening sessions covered key entrepreneurship topics, including business model development, investment readiness, and the challenges faced by early-stage startups. Participants actively shared their experiences and raised insightful questions, creating a highly interactive learning environment. Open discussions between speakers and entrepreneurs played a central role in the sessions, providing a valuable space for exchanging ideas and real-world insights. This interactive format enhanced the overall value of the program and transformed the sessions into a practical, dialogue-driven experience. The diversity of questions raised by participants highlighted their varied backgrounds and strong commitment to applying the program’s content to their own ventures, reinforcing the importance of the Letsia Forward Program as a hands-on platform for entrepreneurial development. This active engagement aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, with the support of Letsia Holding, to deliver a program that goes beyond theoretical knowledge and focuses on direct interaction, practical learning, and real impact for entrepreneurs.
15-12-2025
Day Two of the Letsia Forward Program: Multiple Workshops and a Strategic Session on the Future of Entrepreneurship
The Letsia Forward Program continued its activities on the second day with a dynamic agenda featuring multiple specialized workshops and practical sessions focused on enhancing entrepreneurial skills and strengthening startups’ readiness for growth and expansion. The second day included several interactive workshops led by trainers and industry experts, covering practical topics related to entrepreneurship, project development, and strategies for navigating challenges faced by startups at different stages. Participants showed strong engagement and active participation throughout the sessions. In the main hall, Suzanne Julie Fernand, Executive Manager, delivered a keynote session titled “Future of Entrepreneurship,” where she shared her insights on the evolving entrepreneurial landscape, ongoing market transformations, and the role of innovation and technology in building scalable and sustainable businesses. The main session also featured an interactive discussion moderated by Reena Sushil Malhotra and Jonathan Mark Robert, who engaged the speaker in a thoughtful dialogue addressing key themes from the session, including future challenges, market expectations, and how entrepreneurs can prepare to build flexible and scalable business models. The open discussion added significant value to the session, providing participants with deeper perspectives and practical insights that connected strategic concepts with real-world entrepreneurial experiences. The second day also welcomed the presence of several trainers and specialists who contributed to the workshops and provided hands-on guidance to participants, reinforcing the program’s focus on practical application and direct engagement. This day forms part of the broader vision of Letsia Youth, with the support of Letsia Holding, to deliver an integrated entrepreneurial program that combines workshops, interactive sessions, and strategic content aimed at empowering entrepreneurs and supporting sustainable venture development.
16-12-2025
Mentorship Sessions and Direct Engagement Bring Together Entrepreneurs and Investors at the Letsia Forward Program
The Letsia Forward Program featured a series of interactive sessions focused on direct engagement and practical mentorship, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts in an environment designed to support startup development through real-world guidance and experience sharing. These sessions provided entrepreneurs with the opportunity to participate in direct discussions and one-on-one mentorship meetings with investors and specialists, where startup ideas were reviewed, challenges were discussed, and insights were exchanged on growth opportunities, market expansion, and investment readiness. The interactive atmosphere within the venue highlighted the program’s value as a hands-on platform that combines mentorship, open dialogue, and investment-focused networking, helping transform entrepreneurial ideas into more structured and market-ready ventures. Direct engagement with investors also offered participants valuable exposure to investor perspectives, expectations, and market requirements, reinforcing one of the core objectives of the Letsia Forward Program—connecting promising startups with the right investment opportunities. This level of interaction aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, with the support of Letsia Holding, to deliver a comprehensive entrepreneurial experience that integrates training, mentorship, and meaningful connections with investors, empowering founders to build their ventures with clarity and confidence.
16-12-2025
Letsia Forward Program Successfully Concludes and Honors Participants with Certificates
The Letsia Forward Program successfully concluded its activities with the completion of the third and final day, marked by strong attendance and high engagement from participating entrepreneurs and students, bringing an intensive multi-day training program to a close. The final day featured closing sessions and open discussions between participants, trainers, and experts, reviewing key takeaways from the program and exploring next steps for entrepreneurs following the training phase. At the conclusion of the event, participation certificates were awarded to students and attendees in recognition of their commitment and active involvement throughout the program, reflecting the organizers’ focus on encouraging and supporting young entrepreneurs. Program organizers emphasized that the Letsia Forward Program delivered a comprehensive, hands-on experience combining training, interaction, and direct mentorship, equipping participants with essential knowledge and skills to develop and grow their ventures. The conclusion of the program aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, supported by Letsia Holding, to build an integrated ecosystem dedicated to training, developing, and empowering young people to become real entrepreneurs capable of transforming ideas into viable projects. As the program comes to a close, Letsia reaffirmed that this edition represents the beginning of a broader journey, with future initiatives and programs aimed at supporting youth and fostering the next generation of entrepreneurs.
17-12-2025
Following the Conclusion of the Opening Days, the Letsia Forward Program Enters Its Core Phase
The Letsia Forward Program has successfully concluded its opening days, marking the start of the core phase of the program, which will continue over the next three months with a strong focus on hands-on development and practical execution. The opening days witnessed broad participation from entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts, featuring training sessions, interactive workshops, and direct discussions focused on investment readiness, business model development, and identifying growth and expansion opportunities across different markets. With the launch of the core phase, the program moves into a more in-depth and focused stage centered on practical implementation, ongoing mentorship, and continuous follow-up with participants. This phase aims to support entrepreneurs in refining their projects, strengthening operational plans, and preparing for the next stages of growth. The extended phase of the program emphasizes one-on-one engagement with founders, specialized mentorship sessions, and regular progress tracking, ensuring that participants gain maximum value throughout the program’s duration. The continuation of the program aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, supported by Letsia Holding, to build an integrated ecosystem dedicated to developing young talent and empowering entrepreneurs to meet market demands and transform their ideas into sustainable, real-world ventures. Program organizers emphasized that the conclusion of the opening days does not represent an end, but rather the beginning of the most impactful phase of the Letsia Forward Program, during which participants will work closely with mentors and experts over the coming months to achieve meaningful progress and measurable outcomes.
20-12-2025
Key Statistics Reveal the Impact of the Opening Days of the Letsia Forward Program
Mohamed Rabie Moawad, Chairman of the Board, announced following the conclusion of the opening days of the Letsia Forward Program the key outcomes and indicators that reflected the strong launch of the program and the level of engagement it achieved since its inception. He explained that the program received applications from 84 entrepreneurs, of whom 51 were selected to join the core training phase after an evaluation process focused on idea quality, project readiness, and growth potential. He noted that the opening days featured the participation of 11 investors from different countries, providing entrepreneurs with direct exposure to investors, opportunities to present their ideas, and practical insights into market and investment expectations. He also highlighted the participation of 4 inspiring speakers, who shared real-world experiences and perspectives that enriched the program’s content and motivated participants, alongside a series of interactive workshops and discussion sessions. According to Moawad, total attendance over the three opening days reached approximately 720 attendees, reflecting the strong interest in the program and its relevance within the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Mohamed Rabie Moawad added that these figures represent a solid foundation for the next phase of the program, emphasizing that the conclusion of the opening days does not mark the end of the Letsia Forward Program, but rather the beginning of its core phase, which will extend over several months and focus on hands-on training, continuous mentorship, and close follow-up on participating ventures. He concluded by reaffirming that the program aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, supported by Letsia Holding, to build an integrated ecosystem aimed at empowering young people and enabling them to become real entrepreneurs capable of transforming ideas into sustainable businesses.
20-12-2025
The Entrepreneurial Journey Continues with the Letsia Forward Program
The entrepreneurial journey within the Letsia Forward Program enters a new and more in-depth phase, as the selected companies are set to begin the core training stage on the 24th of this month, continuing for three consecutive months as part of a comprehensive program focused on practical development and building scalable, sustainable businesses. This phase follows the conclusion of the opening days, which witnessed strong engagement from entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. The program now moves from introductory sessions to a phase centered on structured execution, continuous mentorship, and hands-on follow-up with each participating company, guided by a clear roadmap and measurable objectives. Throughout the three-month period, the program will cover a range of core topics that form the foundation of the Letsia Forward Program, including: Developing and refining executable business models Investment readiness and preparation for funding stages Strategic planning for growth and market expansion Operational foundations and organizational structure building Market analysis and understanding customer needs Pitch deck preparation and investment storytelling Investor communication and partnership development This stage places strong emphasis on practical application and individualized support, with each company receiving tailored guidance based on its current position, challenges, and growth potential. Founders will work closely with mentors to assess progress, address obstacles, and implement actionable development plans. The core phase also includes ongoing mentorship sessions, regular performance reviews, and in-depth discussions designed to help entrepreneurs make informed decisions, strengthen execution capabilities, and build clear, data-driven growth paths. The continuation of the Letsia Forward Program aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, with the support of Letsia Holding, to build an integrated entrepreneurial ecosystem that goes beyond theoretical training and focuses on preparing founders to manage real businesses, overcome challenges, and progress toward advanced growth stages. As this phase begins, the participating companies embark on a new chapter of their entrepreneurial journey—one defined by sustained development, close collaboration, and a clear focus on turning ideas into viable, growth-ready ventures.
20-12-2025
Tomorrow, a New Phase Begins in the Letsia Forward Program with the Start of Core Training
Tomorrow, the Letsia Forward Program will officially launch its core training phase, marking the start of hands-on training and intensive follow-up for the selected companies. This phase will run for three consecutive months and is designed to support entrepreneurs in transforming their ideas into executable, scalable ventures. This stage follows the conclusion of the opening days, which witnessed strong engagement from entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts. The program now transitions from introductory and high-level sessions to a phase focused on deep practical execution with the accepted companies. The core phase centers on key pillars that form the foundation of the Letsia Forward Program, including: Developing and refining executable business models Investment readiness and preparation for funding stages Strategic planning for growth and market expansion Operational foundations and organizational structure building Market understanding and customer needs analysis Pitch deck preparation and investor communication Throughout the training period, entrepreneurs will work closely with trainers and experts through continuous mentorship, one-on-one follow-up, and regular progress reviews aimed at measuring advancement, addressing challenges, and building realistic growth paths for each venture. The launch of this phase aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, with the support of Letsia Holding, to build an integrated entrepreneurial ecosystem that prioritizes practical empowerment over theoretical training, preparing founders to manage real businesses in a rapidly evolving market. With the core phase beginning tomorrow, the participating companies enter a new chapter in their entrepreneurial journey—one defined by sustained development, structured execution, and a clear focus on long-term growth.
23-12-2025
Letsia Forward Program Launches the First Day of Hands On Training with Entrepreneurs
The Letsia Forward Program officially launched the first day of hands-on training today as part of its core phase, welcoming entrepreneurs and selected companies into the practical stage of the program. This marks the transition from preparation to real execution and applied learning. The first training day witnessed strong attendance and active engagement from participants, as sessions began according to a structured plan focused on practical work and building solid foundations to help startups refine their business models and prepare for the next stages of growth. Initial sessions addressed key themes that form the core of the program’s content, including understanding each venture’s current structure, identifying challenges, and developing an initial execution framework to transform ideas into actionable and measurable steps. The day also provided opportunities for networking and collaboration among participants, alongside open discussions that contributed to a highly interactive environment encouraging experience sharing and collective learning. The launch of hands-on training aligns with the vision of Letsia Youth, supported by Letsia Holding, to deliver a program that goes beyond theory and focuses on real empowerment through continuous follow-up and practical guidance for participating companies. The core training phase is set to continue for three consecutive months, featuring specialized training sessions, direct mentorship, and regular progress reviews aimed at supporting participating startups in building scalable businesses and achieving tangible outcomes.
24-12-2025