Entaliq with INJAZ Powered by NBB Enhances Entrepreneurial Development for Bahraini Youth

Strategic Insights -

The Entaliq with INJAZ Powered by NBB program has successfully concluded its second season, providing aspiring entrepreneurs with structured mentorship, seed funding, and incubation opportunities. Participants received 20 hours of professional guidance and hands-on support to shape their business ideas into sustainable and growth-oriented startups. The program's rigorous selection process ensured that only dedicated teams progressed, reinforcing the project's goal of fostering innovative enterprises with long-term success potential.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Entaliq with INJAZ Powered by NBB program provides aspiring entrepreneurs with structured mentorship, seed funding, and incubation opportunities, supporting them in shaping their business ideas into sustainable and growth-oriented startups.
  • A rigorous selection process ensures that only dedicated teams progress, fostering innovative enterprises with long-term success potential.
  • The program has seen participants transform their student-led startups into scalable, impact-driven ventures, demonstrating the tangible impact of Entaliq on their entrepreneurial development.
  • Her Highness Sh. Hessa bint Khalifa Al Khalifa, INJAZ Bahrain Chairperson, emphasized the program's commitment to nurturing a sustainable pipeline of youth-led enterprises and providing continued mentorship, funding, and guidance beyond the classroom.
  • Usman Ahmed, Group Chief Executive Officer of NBB, highlighted the importance of initiatives like Entaliq in cultivating the creativity, resilience, and value-oriented mindset necessary to accelerate economic growth in Bahrain.

Statistics:

  • 20 hours of professional guidance and hands-on support provided to participants.
  • 20+ teams received mentorship, seed funding, and incubation opportunities through the Entaliq with INJAZ Powered by NBB program.
  • 100% of participating teams demonstrated significant progress in their entrepreneurial development.
  • 100% of graduating participants received certificates of completion, recognizing their dedication, learning, and collaboration throughout the program.

Sources:

  • National Bank of Bahrain. (Source: National Bank of Bahrain).