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9/20/24, 10:34 AM Sheraa discusses strengthening Sharjah's position as regional entrepreneurship hub
As the major engine fueling these achievements, Sheraa has trained and upskilled a talented
community of over 18,000 entrepreneurial youth, supported a comprehensive ecosystem of over 420
startups, including over 180 incubated ventures that have raised over $171 million in funding, generated
over $248 million in revenue, and created well over 1,900 jobs, contributing to the UAE's national

economy.

Moreover, Sheraa's flagship event, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival has solidified the emirate's
reputation as a premier hub for talent, drawing over 30,000 changemakers from around the globe across
its seven editions.

The meeting was attended by board members.