Carve Startup Labs invites applications from select Indian technology companies to be considered for an exclusive Executive Founder Engagement in partnership with the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK), a UAE government-backed innovation free zone supporting technology companies to establish, innovate, and scale from Sharjah.

 Designed for companies with a clear and immediate intent to establish operations in the UAE, the programme offers selected founders the opportunity to participate in exclusive one-on-one executive meetings with SPARK’s senior leadership, discussing business establishment plans, sector-specific opportunities, and the next steps towards establishing their presence in Sharjah.  

📅 Dates: 1st week of September (Exact dates to be announced.)

📍 Location: Bangalore

👉 Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is intended for Indian technology companies that:

• Are ready to establish their business presence in the UAE in the near term.
• Have a clear international expansion strategy with the UAE or Sharjah as a potential regional base.
• Have a validated product or solution with commercial traction.
• Operate in one or more of SPARK’s strategic focus sectors:

  • Sustainability & Circular Economy (AgriTech, FoodTech, Water, Renewable Energy)
  • Advanced Technology & AI (AI, Deep Tech, Digital Transformation, Industrial Innovation)
  • Mobility & Infrastructure (Smart Mobility, Smart Cities, Infrastructure)
  • Healthcare Innovation (Life Sciences, MedTech, Healthcare Technologies)

Participation Fee: There is no application fee or participation fee for this program.

This is a fully sponsored founder engagement opportunity jointly facilitated by Carve Startup Labs and the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK). Participation is completely free of charge for companies selected through the evaluation process

📌 Selection Process

Please Note: This is a highly curated Executive Founder Engagement intended for companies with a clear and immediate intent to establish operations in the UAE.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis by Carve Startup Labs and SPARK based on the company’s technology, sector alignment, readiness for UAE business establishment, immediate expansion objectives, and strategic fit with the programme.

Only shortlisted companies will be contacted for the Executive Founder Engagement.

🇦🇪 For companies ready to build in the UAE, move from intent to establishment.