​📢 Important Notice: This event invitation was turned into the official "Shark Island" invitation - Register for more events of the Austrian Venture Week under: https://lu.ma/austrianventureclub

​Welcome to SHARK ISLAND

​Join us for a one-of-a-kind experience at the Shark Island Live Pitching Festival in the World Islands, the Heart of Europe, Dubai. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Dubai's iconic coastline, this event promises to be more than just a showcase—it's an opportunity to dive into the future of innovation.

​🚢 Transport Information: there will be a boat shuttle service from Dubai Harbor (at Expand North Star), scheduled at 5:00pm / 5:30pm and 6:00pm. Further detail will follow ...

​Why Shark Island?

​Because here, only the boldest ideas survive. As the waves of change rise, so too do the opportunities to transform the world. Whether you’re an investor hungry for the next big thing or an entrepreneur with a vision that could change the game, this is where you belong.

​What to Expect?

​Shark Island is a first-of-its-kind treasure hunt pitch festival. Entertaining, exciting and truly memorable.

• ​Dynamic Pitches: Witness trailblazing startups pitch live to a panel of top-tier investors and industry leaders.

• ​Invaluable Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals, investors, and potential partners who share your passion for innovation.

• ​Spectacular Setting: Experience the energy of Dubai’s innovation hub, surrounded by the beauty and vibrancy of the city’s most exclusive island.

​Don't miss your chance to be part of an event that could shape the future. Come ready to be inspired, to challenge, and to redefine what’s possible.

• ​100 International Investors

• ​100 Founders & Entrepreneurs

• ​100 Ecosystem Partners

​Programme

• ​Arrival / Network (5:00 - 7:30pm)

• ​Official Opening (7:30 - 8:00pm)

• ​Live Pitching Festival (8:00 - 09:00pm)

• ​Grand Finale & Awards (09:00 - 10:00pm)

• ​After Party (10:00pm - 01:00am)

​🚢 There will be boat shuttles every 30 to 60min back to mainland Dubai.

​Location: Swedish Palace, Heart of Europe - Dubai Islands

​For the event the Swedish Palace in the Heart of Europe of Dubai Worlds Islands is turned into Shark Island. Curious to see how it looks like? Check out this video

​Privacy policy

​Electronic data processing

​Your personal information will be treated confidentially. Your personal data (i.e. title, first and last name, address, telephone numbers, e-mail address and the areas of interest you have specified), which you provide to us electronically, by telephone, in writing or verbally, will be used for the processing of events, sending further information and for quality assurance.

​Events with cooperation partners

​We organize the event together with the cooperation partners listed during registration or as shown through the event. We may use your personal data for the preparation and handling of this event, as well as to inform you about other similar events and topics. The legal basis for this is our legitimate interest in fulfilling the information obligation of WKO (Chamber of Commerce Austria) members, future WKO members and interested parties in general.

​Photography & Film

​As a participant in the event, we would like to inform you that photographs and/or films may be taken as part of this event. With the registration you accept that these recordings can be used in various media (print, TV, online,...) and in publications (print, online,...) of the Chamber of Commerce or its related associations and partners.