Flow Accelerator, a key player in Palestine’s innovation ecosystem, recently hosted the PIEC Showcase: Ideate, Build, and Validate, an event celebrating the journey of 17 startups from the first three cycles of its PIEC Program. The showcase brought together founders, partners, and ecosystem stakeholders to highlight the evolution of early-stage ideas into functional Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).
Fostering Innovation from Ideation to MVP
The event commenced with opening remarks from Majd Khalifeh, Managing Director at Flow Accelerator, who underscored the importance of building a robust innovation pipeline in Palestine. He emphasized how structured initiatives like the PIEC Program are crucial for transforming raw concepts into market-ready solutions and strengthening the ecosystem as a whole.
Leen Abubaker, Director of Programs at Flow Accelerator, followed with a detailed presentation on Flow’s model. She outlined the PIEC Program’s structured pathway, which guides entrepreneurs through critical stages from ideation and prototype development to market validation and expansion readiness, equipping them with the necessary tools and mentorship to progress.
Strategic Partnerships Driving Growth
The showcase also highlighted the power of collaboration in building a resilient entrepreneurial environment. Dr. Marco Andreu, Deputy Head of International Cooperation at the Representative Office of Switzerland in the OPT, delivered a partnership address on behalf of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC). He reaffirmed Switzerland’s commitment to supporting youth-led innovation in Palestine and its shared vision for fostering a thriving startup landscape.
The PIEC program is implemented in partnership with the Representative Office of Switzerland, through funding from the SDC, and global startup ecosystem builder Seedstars.
Founder Journeys Take Center Stage
A central highlight of the day was the founders’ panel discussion, “From Problem to MVP, and Beyond.” The session featured founders from CarBazaar, Databuddy, Rafeeqak, and Markething, who shared candid insights into their entrepreneurial journeys.
Moderated by Lina Kilani, Programs Officer at Flow Accelerator, the founders discussed navigating market challenges, engaging with early customers, and adapting their solutions based on real-world feedback. The panel provided attendees with a firsthand look at the determination and creativity driving Palestine’s next generation of tech companies.
The event concluded with an open networking hour where guests explored the 17 startup booths, engaged directly with the founders, and discovered the innovative solutions being developed across various sectors.
About The PIEC Program
The PIEC Program is an initiative implemented by Flow Accelerator in partnership with the Representative Office of Switzerland in the OPT, through funding from the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and Seedstars. It is a structured, stage-based program designed to support early-stage entrepreneurs in Palestine, guiding them through the entire journey from initial idea validation and prototype development to building a market-ready MVP.
Source: Flow
