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3/6/24, 9:56 AM HBMSU reiterates commitment to fostering innovation and leadership by hosting ‘InnoFest 2024’ | MENAFN.COM
innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs. It also underscored the importance of embracing
innovation as a catalyst for positive change and sustainable development.

Prof. Nabil Baydoun, Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs at HBMSU, stated: “We are pleased

to have organised the ‘InnoFest 2024,’ which is a dynamic initiative that brings together
boundless possibilities and cutting-edge business concepts. By hosting this event, we sought
to encourage innovation and creativity as well as cultivate a culture of collaboration and

entrepreneurship among learners. Our goal was to provide them with a unique platform where

they could present their creative concepts and transform them into successful business
endeavours, promoting excellence and entrepreneurship. The event demonstrated the
University’s unwavering dedication to offering learners a platform to grow their creative ideas

and abilities.”

As part of the event’s agenda, numerous engaging activities were held, including a workshop
titled ‘How to Transform Your Innovative Idea into a Profitable Business Venture,’ which was

led by Mr. Saif Alnaqbi. Furthermore, the event also organised a pitching game, which
focused on providing learners with a platform to pitch their innovative venture ideas in the

presence of three jury members.

The pitches were assessed according to game criteria, which included presentation abilities,

clarity, innovation, market potential, and feasibility. Winners of this pitching game were
revealed during the event in categories, including ‘Best Overall Pitch’ and ‘Most Innovative

Idea.’ In addition, the University's learners presented more than 18 innovative business
ventures at the event, drawing public attention to their pioneering achievements.

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