The third season of Shark Tank Dubai is set to premiere with over 77 entrepreneurs from the UAE and various countries presenting their ventures to a panel of renowned business leaders. The show aligns with Dubai Media's dedication to nurturing talent and supporting the Dubai Economic Agenda aimed at boosting the economy, attracting foreign direct investment, and positioning Dubai among the world's top three economic cities.
Salem Belyouha, CEO of Media Content at Dubai Media, underlined the program's significant role in enhancing the SME ecosystem, acknowledging SMEs as key drivers of economic diversification, job creation, and innovation. Meanwhile, Sarah AlJarman, Head of TV and Radio Channels at Dubai Media, emphasized the importance of Shark Tank Dubai in inspiring entrepreneurship by providing a platform to showcase promising ventures and investment opportunities to motivate young entrepreneurs.
The previous season of the show attracted over 65 entrepreneurs who secured investments exceeding AED 31 million for regional projects, reaffirming Shark Tank Dubai's impact on economic development in the region. Faisal Belhoul described the show as an inspiration for both entrepreneurs and investors, enabling the discovery of promising ventures and innovative market strategies for Dubai's strategic ambitions and economic growth.
Amira Sajwani praised the upcoming season for its essential role in enhancing pitching, negotiation, and deal-making skills for entrepreneurs. She highlighted how the diverse cultural backgrounds of this season's participants reflect Dubai's global appeal, with technical and presentation upgrades further enhancing the show's credibility. The main panel for Season 3 will feature Elie Khouri, Faisal Belhoul, and Amira Sajwani.
Each episode will also have two guest investors joining the core panel. Elie Khouri also appreciated the program's adaptability to entrepreneurs' needs, providing funding and mentorship for startups to refine their ideas and achieve remarkable growth.
After two successful seasons, Shark Tank Dubai is set to return for its third season starting from Monday, 28 April at 10:30 PM UAE on Dubai TV and Sunday, 04 May at 10:30 PM on Dubai One TV. The show promises to continue its focus on empowering entrepreneurs and providing valuable resources to help them scale their businesses.
