The SYNC Dubai Chapter is convening a high-impact working session on February 15, 2026, at the 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central. This exclusive gathering brings together Dubai’s tech leaders, investors, and professionals to finalize the strategy for the upcoming SYNC III flagship conference in April and to accelerate the organization’s ambitious goal of creating 25,000 tech jobs in Syria by 2030.
Event Details
- What: SYNC Dubai Chapter High-Impact Working Session
- When: February 15, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM GMT+4
- Where: 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central, Dubai, UAE
- Focus Areas: Job Creation, Tech Ecosystem Building, Strategic Planning, and Networking
About The Event
SYNC is a Silicon Valley-born movement and non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between global tech hubs and the Syrian talent pool. Founded by members of the Syrian tech diaspora—including professionals from Google, OpenAI, and Microsoft—SYNC has grown from a local networking group into a global catalyst for economic renewal. The Dubai Chapter event serves as a critical milestone in the lead-up to SYNC III, leveraging Dubai’s position as a regional capital for finance and innovation to mobilize resources, mentorship, and employment opportunities for Syrian technologists.
What to Expect
- Mission Briefing: Receive an update from SYNC leadership on the progress toward the “25,000 Jobs by 2030” goal and the roadmap for the year.
- Interactive Breakout Groups: Attendees will participate in hands-on sessions focused on sponsor acquisition, content design for upcoming summits, and volunteer coordination.
- Strategy Sharing: A collaborative segment where groups regroup to pitch their ideas and align on the final execution plan for SYNC III.
- Networking Social: The evening concludes at the hotel courtyard with drinks and snacks, providing a dedicated space to connect with VCs, founders, and tech experts committed to the cause.
Strategic Goals for 2030
The SYNC initiative is centered around three strategic pillars designed to reverse the “brain drain” and build a sustainable digital economy:
- Demand: Partnering with global and regional employers to hire Syrian remote talent.
- Supply: Providing upskilling, mentorship, and technical training to computer science students and practitioners in Syria.
- Infrastructure: Advocating for digital connectivity projects and startup-friendly policy reforms to foster local innovation.
How to Attend
This is a private event with capacity limited to 150 participants. Registration is required in advance, and tickets are priced between AED 150–200 at the door. Interested professionals, potential sponsors, and volunteers can register via the official event page on Luma.
About The Organizers
The event is hosted by a leadership team deeply embedded in the global tech scene, including Mohamad Kaswani, Nour Alkhatib, Majd Abbar, and Sabita Gurung. Backed by a coalition of Syrian-American entrepreneurs and Silicon Valley engineers, the organizers aim to utilize their networks at the world’s most influential tech firms to champion Syria’s emerging digital talent.
Learn More: SYNC
