RAK Incubation and Accelerator is dedicated to build Entrepreneurship Unique Eco-Systems with cutting-edge solutions to enhance startup culture and knowledge in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. RAK Incubator - TECHTOWN RAK - is a powerful platform for entrepreneurs and startups, offering unique multiple advantages through its startup framework, specialized industrial centers, training and mentor-ship, access to investors and decision makers.
Startups get the access and support of the following features
LICENSE SETUP
REYADA License
For starting a business, you need to obtain a number of licenses and permits from federal, state, and local government. Since licensing and permit requirements for small businesses can vary among jurisdictions, we take the lead and actions in telling you the specific obligations of your new business. We provide the startups with RAK government business license.
Mentorship
Training & Learning
The mentorship programs we provide in both social and vocational support. Our program goals in training and entails informal communication will be established through a well-designed formal meetings during a sustained period of time. Our mentors provide the knowledge, advice, resources, guidance, motivation, emotional support, and role modeling as well as professional development.
Networking
Business Networking
Startups get the opportunity of expanding the number of their business and/or social contacts by making connections through individuals, often through social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+.
Access to Investors
Investor Launchpad
In any startup business, finding investors is a scary step to take, but being prepared is always the best route, so we will go through this step with all its details along with the startup to make sure they consider hundreds of investors before you find the right one for your startup.
OUR SERVICES
What we offer.
CO-WORKING SPACE
Digital Services
Learn & Events
Incubation
Startups Cup
Entrepreneurs Bootcamp
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To apply your startup Idea/ Innovation please note the following process:
You should thoroughly research your startup idea, its requirements, market, needs and purpose of service. Afterwards, complete and submit the online application form.
Make sure you are clear on the stage and scope of your startup.
Attach a basic business plan for your startup that briefly describe an Introduction, Problem Statement, Team Members, Market Size and Basic Financial Model.
All applications must be completed in English.
The application and the business plan will be received by our team; the application will go through evaluation process.
If you are selected, the team will email you for further instructions.
Co-Working Space package
7,500 AED
+ $500 development credit
+ $500 marketing credit
8 Working spaces in Rak and Dubai - Upon Availabilty First Come First Serve
Reyada License-RAKEZ/ RAK DED
Included- Mentoring and training programs for 24 sessions
Investment Mentoring
Events (marketing strategy purposes)
Visa Not Included
One time Investment Launchpad
For Extra Visa - 5,000 Deposit and 1,000 AED/ month
UDENZ Find Nearby Dentist Mobile application is a leading dental healthcare Engagement platform in Middle East and Gulf Countries, with over 500 dental clinics and more than 625 professional team of Dental Specialists. UDENZ assures patient-oriented treatments with outstanding quality and results.
SEHTEQ
Sehteq is an end-to-end healthcare solutions provider operating in the Middle East Regions and based in Ras Al khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
The Experts
We’ve built an outstanding standards that will incubate startups from idea to fully operated revenue engines. As we are always focusing on providing exceptional support. Behind every successful startup there’s a passionate mentors, industrial experts, smart investors and successful entrepreneurs. Do you have a great Idea, do you believe that you are the next unicorn? Why don't apply and empress us.
DR.ABDELRHMAN SHAYEB
General Director
RAK Economic Department
RAMY JALLAD
Group CEO
RAK Economic Zones
DR.SAIF ALJAIBEJI
Co-Founder
SEHTEQ
SHAHRAM HASHEMI
Group Investment Director
RAK Economic Zones
DR.MUSSAAD ALRAZOUKI
Chief Business Officer
Kuwait Life Sciences
DR.HISHAM SAFADI
Co-Founder & CEO
UDENZ
DR.ABDUL HALIM JALLAD
Director
ICONET - AURAK University
ABBAD KHARSA
Founder
Global Benchmarking Hub
VINEET BUDKI
Founder
Guiddoo Travel
STRATEGIC PARTNERS
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CO-WORKING SPACE
We want all of our customers to experience the impressive level of professionalism when working with Tech Town RAK. All of our services, especially this one, exist to make your life easier and stress-free. You can trust us to provide you with the best products, as well as the highest quality customer service. Get in touch to learn more.
Digital Services
Frequently utilized by most of our customers, this service has been essential to success on many occasions. When it comes to all of our services, you can count on us to take care of your every need. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer service, and guarantee you’ll love working with our team. Let us know how we can assist you today.
Learn & Events
This is one of our most popular services available. It’s made a big difference for many of our customers, and is provided with the highest level of excellence. With this service, we ensure all details are simple, seamless and handled in a timely manner. Whenever you work with Tech Town RAK, you can trust that you’re in great hands.
Incubation
Tech Town RAK Incubation is designed for Early and seed stage tech startups who are welcomed to apply to our Incubator for funding and go-to-market support.
Co-Working Space Inclusives
We mentor our portfolio startups to reach three major KPIS prior to graduating from the incubator:
1. Launch their MVP
2.Achieve initial traction
3.Raise funding from angel investors & VCs
Startups Cup
ENTREPRENEURS BOOT CAMP
Tech Town RAK is giving start-ups an access to cutting-edge technology and devices. The aim is to enhance quality of life through community-building exercises designed around the concepts of Internet of Things, Cloud Computing, Robotics, 3D Printing, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and Drones, among other things.
Tech Town RAK combines the efforts of industries, educational institutions, governments and community innovators to create and provide real solutions to current challenges in the tech industry.
How To Apply?
To apply your startup Idea/ Innovation please note the following process:
You should thoroughly research your startup idea, its requirements, market, needs and purpose of service. Afterwards, complete and submit the online application form.
Make sure you are clear on the stage and scope of your startup.
Attach a basic business plan for your startup that briefly describe an Introduction, Problem Statement, Team Members, Market Size and Basic Financial Model.
All applications must be completed in English.
The application and the business plan will be received by our team; the application will go through evaluation process.
If you are selected, the team will email you for further instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
IS TECH TOWN RAK OPEN TO ONLY UAE NATIONALS?
No, the Tech Town RAK programme is open to submission from all nationalities.
WHAT IF WE HAVE ALREADY BEEN WORKING ON OUR START-UP FOR A WHILE? IS TECH TOWN RAK APPROPRIATE FOR US?
Yes, admission to Tech Town RAK is open for innovative ideas at prototype stage or ready to go-to-market stage.
WILL TECH TOWN RAK PROVIDE FUNDING?
Tech Town RAK attracts investors to review profiles of its startups and facilitates introductions. The investments/funding is negotiated directly between the startups and the investors and will be subject to the investors’ terms, conditions, criteria and selection.
WHAT CRITERIA DO THE APPLICATION COMMITTEE CONSIDER WHEN JUDGING APPLICATIONS TO BE PART OF THE TECH TOWN RAK PROGRAMME?
Level of innovation of the proposed solution, Market potential of the project, Management team (number and profiles of the entrepreneurs). Teams of minimum two members is mandatory and Economic impact on the community in the form of job creation potential and contribution to the growth of the economic base
WHAT HAPPENS IF THE STARTUP FAILS TO SUSTAIN THEIR BUSINESS IDEA AND WISH TO WITHDRAW?
In the case a licensed startup wish to discontinue, Tech Town RAk and Issuing Authority will cancel trade license, lease and visas .
CAN WE APPLY FOR TECH TOWN RAK WHILE VISITING UAE ON A VISIT VISA?
Yes. Provided you meet the Federal Government rules and criteria.
RAS AL KHAIMAH
ICONIC FUTURE FOR BUSINESS & QUALITY LIVING.
At the northernmost part of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) lies Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), one of the leading destinations for business setup in the UAE. The combination of RAK’s business-friendly environment and cost competitiveness has helped thousands of investors gain a higher return on investment.
The emirate’s political security and stability are backed by renowned credit rating agencies such as Fitch Ratings and S&P, while its connectivity to fast-growing markets is well supported by major logistical hubs including: an international airport; multilane superhighways that link to neighbouring emirates; and five major seaports led by Saqr Port, the largest bulk port in the Middle East.
But RAK is not all about business. It is also a great place for you and your family to live! Residents get access to high-quality yet affordable housing, shopping malls, premier educational institutions and advanced medical facilities. Also, living in the emirate is like being on an everyday vacation – you get to enjoy a relaxed seaside ambiance, year-round sunny weather, majestic mountains as well as a rich local culture and a welcoming atmosphere.
RAK INCUBATION AND ACCELERATOR BUSINESS LLC PRIVACY POLICY
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RAK Incubation and Accelerator Business LLC - Ras Al Khaimah may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page from time to time to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from [date].
What we collect?
We may collect the following information:
name and job title
contact information including email address
demographic information such as postcode, preferences and interests
other information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers
What we do with the information we gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
Internal record keeping.
We may use the information to improve our products and services.
We may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers or other information which we think you may find interesting using the email address which you have provided.
From time to time, we may also use your information to contact you for market research purposes.We may contact you by email, phone, fax or mail. We may use the information to customise the website according to your interests.
Security :
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. In order to prevent unauthorised access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.
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You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways:
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if you have previously agreed to us using your personal information for direct marketing purposes, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us at info@techtown.ae
We will not sell, distribute or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law to do so. We may use your personal information to send you promotional information about third parties which we think you may find interesting if you tell us that you wish this to happen.
If you believe that any information we are holding on you is incorrect or incomplete, please write to or email us as soon as possible, at the above address. We will promptly correct any information found to be incorrect.