ROWAD and ASMES 2024

About ROWAD and ASMES 2024

Rowad and ASMES 2024 Official App.

Welcome to the official app for the Rowad and ASMES 2024, the most anticipated entrepreneurship and SMEs event in Qatar. This year’s conference, held under the patronage of HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, brings together key players in innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development from across the region.

About the Event:
Rowad and ASMES 2024 is a joint initiative by the United Nations ESCWA and Qatar Development Bank (QDB), combining the prestigious Rowad Entrepreneurship Conference and the Arab SMEs Summit. This event serves as a regional hub for promoting entrepreneurship, enhancing SME growth, and fostering sustainable business practices.
Taking place at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), the conference will feature over 4,500 participants, 50+ speakers, and 120+ exhibitors from 22 Arab countries. Across three days, attendees will engage in high-level panels, workshops, exhibitions, and networking opportunities in person and within the intuitive event app, all centred around the theme of Navigating Digital Horizons. This year’s focus is on how digital transformation is essential for scaling startups, advancing SMEs, and driving sustainable economic growth in the Arab world.

Key App Features:

Interactive Sessions:
Participate in 20+ workshops, including discussions on AgriTech, renewable energy, digital marketing, and internationalization for SMEs. Networking Opportunities: Connect with entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, and business leaders through B2B matchmaking and mentorship zones, as well as 1 on 1 meeting that can be scheduled through the dedicated event app, which also allows delegates to network & connect virtually.

Exhibitions:
View & interact with conference components and explore innovations from over 120 exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge technologies and solutions. Inspiration Panels: Hear from renowned speakers who are leading the way in innovation and entrepreneurship in the region. Investors Insights: Gain valuable advice from investors and business enablers on how to secure funding and scale your business.