25,000+
250+
14,000
600+
The Draper-Aladdin Startup Challenge is a competition open to startups within the fitness and wellness space.
Those startups that fit the set criteria will be shortlisted by our panel of experienced judges, and the chosen finalists will be eligible to pitch their businesses during Dubai Active Industry on 28 – 30 October 2021. ENTRY TO THE STARTUP CHALLENGE IS FREE!
The 1st place prize is a guaranteed cash investment of US $30,000 – US $500,000 courtesy of Draper-Aladdin, our exclusive sponsor!
Enter the Startup Challenge if you’re in any of these sectors:
| Health | Vitamins & Supplements |
| Nutrition | Fitness Apparel & Athleisure |
| Wellness | Sleep Wellness |
| Sport | Mental Wellness |
| Fitness/Wellness Technology | Corporate Wellness |
| Gym/Studio Facility | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Fitness/Wellness Equipment | E-Commerce |
| Sports Nutrition | Fitness Systems |
| Health Food & Beverage | Travel & Hospitality |
Finalists will be selected to present at Dubai Active Industry on the 30 October, in front of our judging panel and live audience of investors. Winners will be announced live at the show!
2021 Winners & Runners Up
First place winner
Runners up
STARTUP CHALLENGE SPONSOR
Draper-Aladdin
