About the Event
54 hours to launch your startup idea
Techstars Startup Weekend Al-Khaburah Vocational College is a 3-day immersive experience designed to empower university students with startup skills and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Hosted in Oman, the event takes place from Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM through Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Participants
Become independent
Participants will pitch ideas, form teams, and build startups within just 54 hours. The event connects you with top mentors, investors, and sponsors, offering valuable insights to accelerate your entrepreneurial journey.
Join NowOur Global Partners
Supported by industry leaders and organizations
Deel
Brex
Our Local Partners
Supported by industry leaders and organizations
Authority
The Rising Startups Programme
Vocational Training
Al-Khaburah College
Event Location
Al-Khaburah Vocational College
Judges
We're assembling an incredible lineup of judges
Industry experts evaluating participants
Adel A. Alhubaishi
Business Management and Development Expert and Consultant
Reema bint Sadiq Al Sajwani
Founder and Chairperson of Reema Integrated Projects
Member of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Azzan Mohamed Albusaidi
Operations Manager - INJAZ Oman
Ibrahim Issa Al Balushi
Senior Lecturer and Head of Incubation Center
National University of Science and Technology
Ali Shaker
Head of Business Development and Partnerships
ESG - The Zubair Corporations
Mentors
We're assembling an incredible lineup of Mentors
Industry experts guide participants
Ali Najaf Al-Ajmi
Business Development Specialist
Ibrahim Issa Al Balushi
Senior Lecturer and Head of Incubation Center
National University of Science and Technology
Faris Mohammed Al Ofi
Certified Trainer in Leadership and Innovation
Individual and Institutional Development Consultant
Mr. Said Salim AL-Hosni
Head of Basic Skills Department & Business Studies Teacher
Al-Khabourah Vocational College
Dr. Doha Badar Abdullah Aal Thani
Assistant Professor
Scientific College of Design
Issa Al Noobi Khamis Al Saad
Marketing & Public Relations Manager
Entrepreneurship & Marketing Trainer
Dr. Said Harith Said Al Rawahi
Senior Science Tutor (A), chairperson of Innovation and Intellectual Property committee Chairperson of Investment Taskforce.
Oman College of Health Sciences
Salim Ahmed Hamood Al Habsi
Director of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center Business Incubator Manager
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Trainer
Naura Mubark Mohammed Alqamshouai
Head of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department
Saham Vocational College
Aliya Mohammed Abdullah AlMamari
Buiness Studies Instructor
Dr.Safiya Hilal Khamis AL Araimi
Head of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department
Sur Vocational College
Balqees Saif Al Shaqsi
Head of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department
ministry of labour
Event Schedule
3 days of intense learning, building and networking
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Participant Reception & Registration |
| 5:30 PM - 5:45 PM | Icebreaking & Competition Intro |
| 5:45 PM - 6:00 PM | Idea Presentations |
| 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM | Idea Voting |
| 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM | Team Formation |
| 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Dinner & Networking |
| 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Success Story Showcase |
| 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Success Story Showcase |
| 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM | Team Work on Ideas |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM | Registration |
| 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:15 AM - 11:45 AM | Business Model Showcase |
| 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM | Lunch & Prayer |
| 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM | Prototyping/Design |
| 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Expert Sessions |
| 5:00 PM - 7:45 PM | Team Work on Ideas |
| 7:45 PM - 8:50 PM | Dinner |
| 8:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Work Sessions |
| 9:00 PM - Forward | Continue Team Work |
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | Registration & Breakfast |
| 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Expert Sessions |
| 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Presentation Techniques |
| 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Prepare Presentations & Prototypes |
| 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch & Prayer |
| 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Final Presentation Rehearsal |
| 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Submit Presentations |
| 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Final Presentations |
| 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM | Dinner & Judging |
| 8:30 PM - Forward | Closing Ceremony & Winner Announcement |
Ready to Launch Your Startup?
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of innovation, learning and networking. Limited spots available!
Al-Khaburah Vocational College
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Become a Sponsor
Support the next generation of entrepreneurs
Why Sponsor?
By sponsoring Techstars Startup Weekend Al-Khaburah, you'll gain access to Oman's brightest young entrepreneurs and innovators. Your support helps:
- Foster entrepreneurship in the region
- Connect with top talent
- Showcase your brand to participants and community
- Gain visibility as a leader in innovation
Sponsorship Packages
We offer various sponsorship levels to match your organization's goals and budget.
Sponsor
We're assembling an incredible lineup of Sponsor
Industry experts in Business
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Contact Us
Get in touch with our team
DR. Rashid AL-Hosni
Head Of Department of Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Al Khabourah Vocational College