Startup Alley

What is Startup Alley?

Startup Alley is GJU's platform for connecting Jordan's startup ecosystem with investors, industry leaders, and the wider ICFT 2026 community. Powered by Startup Grind Amman × German Jordanian University, it's held as part of ICFT 2026 and creates a dedicated space for exposure, investment access, and real-world validation for early-stage Jordanian startups.

Why Participate?

  • Exhibit directly to conference attendees, investors, and industry leaders
  • Pitch live on the Showcase Panel in front of real investors
  • Access curated introductions through Startup Grind Amman's investor network
  • Discover opportunities in:
  • Investor Access & Fundraising
  • Market Exposure & Visibility
  • Founder Networking
  • Talent & Co-founder Connections
  • Media & Press Coverage
  • Connect with founders, operators, researchers, and the ICFT and SMART delegations

Who Should Attend?

Startup Alley is open to more than exhibiting startups, the day is built around six audiences:

  • Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
  • Students Interested in Entrepreneurship & Innovation
  • Researchers & Innovators
  • Investors & Venture Capital Professionals
  • Industry Leaders & Corporate Innovation Teams
  • Anyone Interested in Startups, Innovation & Emerging Technologies

Day Program

Session 01

Future of Education

Rami Karmi | Nidal Khallifeh | Ahmad Saif | Ala’aldeen Alhalhouli

Session 02

Do's and Don'ts in Startups

Omar Taweel (Lawyer) | Wael Atteli (Kharabeesh) | Raed Mdanat (Turab VC) | Shahed Jaber (Aumet, CEO of Dermacore.ai)

Session 03

Investors Panel

Eras Majdoubeh (Silicon Badia) | Hasan Shami | Tamer Salah (Endeavor) | Faisal Hakki (Arab Bank) | Manaf Asfour (pending)

Curated startups are selected to exhibit, matched with relevant investors and industry contacts to maximize meaningful conversations and partnership opportunities.

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Industry Partnership Conference (IPC)

What is IPC?

The Industrial Partnership Conference (IPC) is GJU's platform for connecting industry, academia, government, and international partners to build strategic collaborations.

Held as part of ICFT 2026, IPC goes beyond networking by creating opportunities for research, consultancy, innovation, talent development, and funding partnerships. 

Why Participate?

  • Access GJU experts and multidisciplinary research teams.
  • Present business challenges and explore collaborative solutions.
  • Discover opportunities in:
    • Applied Research
    • Consultancy
    • Product Development
    • Innovation & Commercialization
    • Talent Development
  • Connect with government, German partners, development organizations, and industry leaders.

Conference Themes

Industry matchmaking is organized around six strategic sectors:

  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Chemical & Pharmaceutical Industries
  • Digital Transformation & AI
  • Sustainable Technologies & Energy
  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation Ecosystems
  • Workforce Development & Dual Education

Each sector is led by GJU experts and pre-matched with relevant participants to maximize meaningful discussions and partnership opportunities.

Learn More About IPC