Emirati entrepreneurs in Al Ain can get funding, training and business support

Emirati entrepreneurs residing in Al Ain now have access to financing, business guidance, training, and facilities to help transform their ideas into successful businesses or expand existing ones. The Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development (KFD) will showcase the support available for these entrepreneurs at the Al Ain Future Business Forum 2026, scheduled for September 23-24 at the ADNEC Centre in Al Ain.

The forum will be organized by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) and will gather entrepreneurs, investors, and representatives from both government and private sectors. KFD's assistance spans across various stages of business creation and growth, from aiding first-time entrepreneurs in refining their concepts to supporting established businesses seeking expansion.

A key highlight during the forum will be the MZN Hub Al Ain, which offers a wide range of resources and programs tailored to meet the needs of entrepreneurs in the region. These include co-working spaces, business accelerators, innovation labs, a podcast studio, and a Technology Transfer Office that focuses on research and development, intellectual property, and converting new ideas into marketable products.

During the forum, the MZN Hub Al Ain will host various programs and events aimed at developing business skills, fostering knowledge exchange, and enabling entrepreneurs to connect with each other and other members of the business community. Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, CEO of KFD, emphasized Al Ain's crucial role in the organization's efforts to promote entrepreneurship throughout Abu Dhabi.

"Through training, financing, advisory support, and capability development, we continue to empower entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey, enabling first-time entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into sustainable enterprises," said Al Nasri. The CEO also highlighted the importance of partnerships with government agencies, private enterprises, and educational institutions in helping entrepreneurs reach a broader customer base, markets, and investors.

At the forum, KFD will also sign an agreement with the Emirates Businesswomen Council to further support women entrepreneurs and assist them in developing their businesses. Furthermore, KFD will participate in discussions addressing the opportunities and challenges faced by entrepreneurs when establishing and expanding their businesses, with a broader goal of helping Emirati businesses in Al Ain grow and expand their presence across the UAE and international markets.