iACCEL GBI showcases 7 startups at Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai

Dubai: iACCEL Gulf Business Incubator (iACCEL GBI), a leading go-to-market accelerator launched under the patronage of Dubai SME, announces its participation in Expand North Star 2024, GITEX GLOBAL’s premier startup show. The event will bring together founders, investors, and tech leaders from around the world, offering startups a platform to secure business deals, attract investment, and expand their networks.

iACCEL GBI will host a dedicated pavilion at Expand North Star 2024, showcasing seven innovative tech startups: Hexitime (HR Tech), Task Tracker (B2B SaaS), Wizer.Pro (Fintech), ESH (Healthtech), ReflowX (Sustainability), Mobilous (Deeptech), and FINQY (Fintech). These companies represent breakthrough solutions across industries, driving innovation and creating meaningful impact.

Since its founding in 2023, iACCEL GBI has built a complete ecosystem to support startups entering the UAE and Middle East, offering soft-landing services, market insights, funding support, and access to a network of over 400 industry experts. Its participation in Expand North Star 2024 aligns with Dubai’s vision to foster sustainable economic growth through innovation and double GDP by 2033, positioning the city as a global hub for entrepreneurship.

Deepak Ahuja, CEO and Co-founder of iACCEL GBI, emphasized the importance of the event: "Expand North Star 2024 provides a valuable opportunity for startups to showcase their innovations and connect with key players in the global tech ecosystem. At iACCEL GBI, innovation is at the heart of what we do. We're committed to introducing groundbreaking solutions that help startups scale and contribute to the UAE’s evolving economic landscape, positioning the country as a global hub for advanced technologies.”

The featured startups

Hexitime: A collaboration platform that leverages time banking to connect professionals and unlock untapped potential within organizations.

Task Tracker: A B2B SaaS platform designed to boost team productivity through streamlined project management tools.

Wizer.Pro: A platform that connects service seekers with licensed businesses and freelancers in the UAE.

ESH: A digital healthcare platform focused on improving patient outcomes.

ReflowX: An online marketplace facilitating the sale and procurement of new and surplus materials in the energy sector.

FINQY: A fintech company operating on a B2B2C model, enabling partners to offer financial products, such as credit cards, insurance, loans, and investments, with seamless upselling and cross-selling opportunities.

Mobilous: A deeptech company specializing in zero-programming, cross-platform mobile app building with an AI-enabled no-code platform as a service (PaaS).

Anishkaa Gehani, Co-founder of iACCEL GBI, highlighted the goals for this year’s participation: "We are excited to present seven startups at Expand North Star 2024 with a focus on visibility, awareness, and building connections with global investors. This event offers valuable networking opportunities with investors, partners, and potential customers, aligning with our mission to foster long-term growth. Our startups will demonstrate their innovations and gain insights from Dubai’s dynamic ecosystem, connecting global innovation with the MENA market.”

iACCEL GBI will be present at Expand North Star 2024 in Hall H1-C45, on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 11 AM to 6 PM, and from Monday to Wednesday, October 14–16, 2024, from 10 AM to 6 PM, featuring live demos and additional information.