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Managing Partner

Maninder Dhaliwal

Are you a narrative- or execution-based founder? Does it matter? Join this session to explore the keys to success and to decode the winning traits of early-stage founders. Gain valuable insights into the qualities that set visionary entrepreneurs apart and drive success in the world of startups.

The winning traits of early-stage founders

All investors have their own tried and true criteria for making investments. It could be down to personal preference, or based on past experience. Is there a ‘right’ or ‘wrong’ approach? We’ll discuss what ultimately makes an investor say ‘yes’.

What makes startups fundable

Our eight group-round winners take to Centre Stage for the semi-final of PITCH. 

Each of the eight semi-finalists has three minutes to pitch their businesses. Our judges then deliberate and choose three finalists to battle it out in the PITCH final. 

Please note: This session will be taking place entirely in English. Listen along with live Arabic translations by using LiveVoice, accessible via the menu in the Web Summit Qatar mobile app.

PITCH semi-final

Meet the pitch doctors! In preparation for the PITCH final, discover some of the dos and don'ts of pitching. What's the worst thing you can do while pitching? What's the best? What hot tips can these experts pass on? Let's hope the finalists backstage are paying attention...

Please note: This session will be taking place entirely in English. Listen along with live Arabic translations by using LiveVoice, accessible via the menu in the Web Summit Qatar mobile app.

Maninder Dhaliwal

Managing Partner

Startup Studio - Accelerator & Venture Fund