Jordan’s national entrepreneurship program, Masar 700, has secured a major strategic partnership with King Hussein Business Park (KHBP). The collaboration, formalized through an MoU with program designer AcceMind, will provide university graduates with direct access to a core hub of Jordan’s tech and business ecosystem, aiming to build a stronger pipeline of investment-ready startups.
Quick Facts
- KHBP joins Masar 700 as a strategic partner.
- Will provide campus and corporate access for participants.
- Aims to create sustainable, graduate-led Jordanian startups.
Bridging Academia and Industry in Amman
Under the agreement, King Hussein Business Park will take on a dual role as the Location Partner and Corporate Access Partner for the Masar 700 program. This means KHBP will provide the physical campus for the initiative, offering logistical support, training facilities, and dedicated workspaces for aspiring entrepreneurs.
The program, initially launched by AcceMind in collaboration with the University of Jordan, focuses on equipping graduates with practical skills in entrepreneurial thinking, prototyping, and project development. By housing the program, KHBP will facilitate direct networking opportunities between students and the 300+ companies and investors already based at the park. This integration is designed to open doors for commercial exposure, paid pilot projects, and cross-sector collaboration for the new ventures.
A Strategic Push for Jordan’s Ecosystem
This partnership signals a concerted effort to formalize the pathway from academic potential to commercial success within Jordan. Leaders from both organizations highlighted the strategic importance of the collaboration.
Eng. Ammar Izziddin, CEO of King Hussein Business Park, commented, “Our partnership with AcceMind aligns with our vision to strengthen Jordan’s entrepreneurship ecosystem and advance national innovation. We are pleased to join the Masar 700 program, which requires an advanced work environment that connects entrepreneurs with companies and investors.”
Dr. Usama Nouri, Managing Partner at AcceMind, emphasized the value of the park’s network. “This collaboration will provide entrepreneurs with direct access to a broad network of regional and international companies, accelerating the development of disciplined, investment-ready startups and positioning Jordan at the forefront of regional and global growth.”
About Masar 700
Masar 700 is a national entrepreneurship program in Jordan designed to train and empower university graduates to establish scalable and sustainable startups. It represents a model of collaboration between the academic and private sectors to cultivate a new generation of high-potential companies that can contribute to Jordan’s national economy.
About King Hussein Business Park
King Hussein Business Park (KHBP) is an integrated business hub in Amman that supports economic transformation and innovation in Jordan. It hosts over 300 local, regional, and international companies, offering office spaces, co-working areas, and advanced technological infrastructure. KHBP acts as a key enabler for Jordan’s business and entrepreneurship ecosystem, supporting companies at every stage of growth.
Source: Zawya
