GrowFast completes the mentorship phase and moves into the final project evaluation stage
GrowFast concluded the mentorship and guidance phase of the “Arab Innovator” competition, following the implementation of a training program that supported participants in developing their projects and preparing for the final stage. Yesterday, the platform hosted an official evaluation session that ran from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., during which the owners of 18 projects delivered their final presentations before a specialized judging panel.
A Judging Panel Comprised of Leading Experts and Entrepreneurs
The composition of the judging panel reflected the high level of professionalism that distinguishes this edition of the competition. The panel included:
- Ibrahim Hawari – CEO of GrowFast
- Ahmed Abdelhay – Production Manager at Al-Nassaj Factory
- Mohammed Hassan – Accounts Manager at Al-Nassaj Factory
- Ahmed Al-Sheikh – International Entrepreneurship Trainer
- Abdulmalik Al-Haddad – E-Commerce Entrepreneur
The participating projects demonstrated notable progress in the clarity of their concepts, the accuracy of their prototypes, and the effectiveness of their implementation plans—an outcome that underscores the positive impact of the mentorship program in empowering the teams and guiding them toward developing practical, scalable solutions.
A Decisive Evaluation Session to Select the Most Viable Project
This evaluation phase focuses on assessing the feasibility, scalability, and long-term impact of each project across commercial, educational, and technological fields. The final decision of the judging panel will determine the single winner of the “Arab Innovator” title for this edition.
Preparing for the Final Ceremony and Announcement of the Winner
GrowFast is now preparing to announce the winner on Monday, December 8, 2025, during the closing ceremony, which will be held in the presence of participants, guests, and a distinguished group of entrepreneurs and experts. The event will mark the culmination of a journey of training, development, and evaluation.
The competition’s management extends its appreciation to all participants for their commitment and for presenting distinctive and innovative solutions. It also thanks the judging panel for their efforts in evaluating the projects and providing valuable feedback that contributed to enhancing the quality of the final presentations.
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