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Bootcamp Overview and Eligibility Criteria

Overview

This session will feature three in-depth situational case study workshops, giving selected SME applicants the opportunity to collaborate together on real-world business opportunities and challenges. Working in small breakout groups, SME participants from Saudi Arabia and the U.S. will evaluate business opportunities based on real-world market data and develop go-to-market strategies using risk analysis and technology innovation. The session will be led by subject matter experts from SABIC (the Bootcamp Sponsor), who will provide case study guidance as well as insights into real-world SME business opportunities. Topics for the case studies are as follows:

  • Case Study A: Manufacturing: Automotive Spare Parts

    • Case Study B: Renewable Energy Market

      • Case Study C: SME Business Challenge
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        Please submit your application for consideration by completing the form in the link below according to the country where your company is based:

        U.S. Companies
        Saudi Companies

        Eligibility Criteria

        While the actual profile of the SMEs for the Bootcamp will depend on the applicants’ responses to the application survey, we have determined several preferences that are aimed to identify SMEs who have achieved certain maturity level and size, but are still at the stage of expansion and growth. Please see the following criteria:

        • Revenue in 2017 was between 40 – 200mil SAR (11 mm to 53 mm USD for US SMEs)
        • Full time employee in 2017: 50 – 250
        •  Percentage of Saudi employees: 20-50% (criteria not applicable for US SMEs)
        • Years in operation: 6-10 years
        • Years profitable: 1-5 years
        • Have existing business relationship in the U.S. or currently selling to the U.S. market (Saudi market for US SMEs)
        • Bootcamp Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunity

          Opportunity to provide topical experts and a case study relevant to the SME participants from their sector to analyze and develop solutions. Two Spots Available: One U.S. and One Saudi.

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          For questions or additional information, please contact Mr. Jay Ennis, Director of Communications, at 703-962-9300 or jennis@us-sabc.org.

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