The Lebanon edition of the Youth Impact Studio Hackathon has successfully concluded, marking a significant milestone in regional creative development. Organized by Parachute16, a leading MENA startup ecosystem builder, in partnership with PepsiCo Middle East, the event provided a hands-on platform designed to empower young talent and bridge the gap between ideation and professional execution.
Cultivating Creative Innovation
The hackathon focused on practical skill-building, guiding participants through interactive workshops, mentorship sessions, and collaborative team challenges. The primary objective was to translate raw creative potential into business-ready concepts. During the event, teams were tasked with developing comprehensive creative strategies, including posters and video concepts for the Aquafina brand. By working on real-world briefs, participants gained essential skills in storytelling, design execution, and creative problem-solving, equipping them for future opportunities in the creative economy.
A Regional Roadmap For Talent
This event in Lebanon represents just the beginning of a broader initiative led by PepsiCo Middle East and implemented by Parachute16. The Youth Impact Studio is designed as a traveling innovative experience, with plans to expand its footprint across the Middle East. Following the success in Lebanon, the program is set to launch upcoming editions in Jordan, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, continuing its mission to foster social impact and accelerate innovation among the region’s youth.
About Parachute16
Parachute16 is a Riyadh-based startup ecosystem builder operating across more than 16 countries in the MENA region, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Qatar. Founded in 2016, the company specializes in accelerating startups, fostering social impact, and connecting entrepreneurs with experts through innovation and growth programs. Parachute16 works to shape the future of entrepreneurship by empowering startups and scale-ups with the necessary tools and networks to succeed.
Source: Parachute16
