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Hult Prize Semifinals
June 24
Maelle recently made a significant impact at the Hult Prize Dubai Summit. The esteemed event, dedicated to promoting innovation in the fashion industry, took place at the Hult International Business School Dubai Campus. Maelle’s CEO, Leda Di Marti, and e-commerce head of department and expert, Federica Gioia, participated as distinguished judges, evaluating 28 startups striving to make a positive impact in the world of fashion.
On June 24, 2023, the Hult International Business School Dubai hosted the Hult Prize Foundation Summit 2023 event. The day was filled with anticipation and excitement as over 30 startups took the stage to pitch their innovative ideas in the fashion industry.
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit brought together a diverse panel of judges from various countries and backgrounds, all investing their efforts into sustanability:
Leda Di Marti, Maryam Telmesani, Matteo Boffa, Anas Agag, Asutosh Upadhyay, Dr. Richa Gupta, Manish Ranjan, Shaheeda Abdul Kader, Antonina Grunska-Gokdeniz.
the winners of the dubai summit 2023: the company cosphere, saving the planet one cotton plant at a time.
Another start up, named Casa Reborn showed a lot of effort and creativity. “The Hult Prize is a prestigious platform that empowers social entrepreneurs to address pressing global challenges. As Casa Reborn, our focus is on revolutionizing the fashion industry through sustainability. Throughout this experience, we have been inspired by the innovative ideas and solutions presented by fellow competitors.
My gratitude goes to the Hult Prize organization for providing this invaluable opportunity, I am very grateful to have also been critiqued by such successful entrepreneurs.”
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit provides a platform for innovative ideas and meaningful connections, paving the way for a brighter future in sustainable fashion.
the experts at maelle: the head of e-commerce department federica gioia, and the ceo and head of wholesale department leda di marti at the hult prize photocall.
Throughout the morning and afternoon, each presentation showcased the dedication and passion of these young entrepreneurs who aspire to make a positive impact in the world. After careful deliberation, the judges selected six finalists who would have the honor of presenting their ideas in the esteemed conference center in Dubai Media City, the same day. There, they faced a panel of experts and judges who challenged them with insightful questions and sought deeper insights into their ventures.
Following the presentations, the judges convened to discuss and choose the winner of the Dubai summit. The victorious startup would have the opportunity to represent Hult Dubai Summit at the finals in Paris on September 22, 2023, at Trianon Elysee Montmartre. In the event that any of the top three finalists were unable to proceed, the other five semifinalists would be considered as the “second choice” to participate again in the competition.
The ultimate global winner of the Hult Prize will be awarded $1 million to bring their idea to life, while the remaining finalists will receive $100,000 to continue their entrepreneurial journey. This significant financial support serves as a catalyst for these young visionaries to realize their dreams and create meaningful change in the world.
Leda Di Marti asking questions to the contestants during the semifinals show at the hult prize.
Their collective aim was to support and guide startups in the fashion industry, aligning with the call for action and the Sustainable Development Goals (#SustainableDevelopmentGoals).
The two-day summit featured a range of engaging activities, including inspiring speeches, mentoring sessions, judging panels, networking opportunities, and passionate discussions. The Hult Prize Foundation team and all the participating startups demonstrated exceptional energy and dedication throughout the event.
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit served as a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and create a more sustainable fashion industry. Judges, including Leda Di Marti and Federica Gioia, were drawn from diverse backgrounds and countries, united in their mission to support and guide these startups in their endeavors, aligning with the call for action and the Sustainable Development Goals.
the founder sanskar gupta, of the startup "upvote" showcasing its company idea, pitching to the judges in hult international business shool in dubai. he is one of the 6 semifinalists and will run for the winning prize in september.
the sustainable development goals page in the hult prize 2023 summit portfolio of the theme of the year: fashion.
one of the student showcasing its company idea, pitching to the judges in hult international business shool in dubai.
One notable startup, Manonda, had the privilege of pitching their concept in front of esteemed experts and CEOs at the Hult Prize Dubai Summit. While they may not have emerged as the winner among the 28 competing startups, the experience left them feeling humbled and inspired. The passion and dedication displayed by all participants showcased their shared vision of creating a more sustainable fashion industry. “I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who supported and believed in us throughout this journey. Let’s continue to strive for sustainable innovation, together making a positive and lasting difference in the world. Lastly, I would also like to extend a big thank you to some of the judges who provided me with incredible feedback: Leda Di Marti, Maryam Telmesani, Matteo Boffa, Anas Agag, Asutosh Upadhyay.”
Maelle recently made a significant impact at the Hult Prize Dubai Summit. The esteemed event, dedicated to promoting innovation in the fashion industry, took place at the Hult International Business School Dubai Campus. Maelle’s CEO, Leda Di Marti, and e-commerce head of department and expert, Federica Gioia, participated as distinguished judges, evaluating 28 startups striving to make a positive impact in the world of fashion.
On June 24, 2023, the Hult International Business School Dubai hosted the Hult Prize Foundation Summit 2023 event. The day was filled with anticipation and excitement as over 30 startups took the stage to pitch their innovative ideas in the fashion industry.
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit brought together a diverse panel of judges from various countries and backgrounds, all investing their efforts into sustanability:
Leda Di Marti, Maryam Telmesani, Matteo Boffa, Anas Agag, Asutosh Upadhyay, Dr. Richa Gupta, Manish Ranjan, Shaheeda Abdul Kader, Antonina Grunska-Gokdeniz.
the winners of the dubai summit 2023: the company cosphere, saving the planet one cotton plant at a time.
Their collective aim was to support and guide startups in the fashion industry, aligning with the call for action and the Sustainable Development Goals (#SustainableDevelopmentGoals).
The two-day summit featured a range of engaging activities, including inspiring speeches, mentoring sessions, judging panels, networking opportunities, and passionate discussions. The Hult Prize Foundation team and all the participating startups demonstrated exceptional energy and dedication throughout the event.
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit served as a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovative ideas and create a more sustainable fashion industry. Judges, including Leda Di Marti and Federica Gioia, were drawn from diverse backgrounds and countries, united in their mission to support and guide these startups in their endeavors, aligning with the call for action and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Leda Di Marti asking questions to the contestants during the semifinals show at the hult prize.
one of the student showcasing its company idea, pitching to the judges in hult international business shool in dubai.
One notable startup, Manonda, had the privilege of pitching their concept in front of esteemed experts and CEOs at the Hult Prize Dubai Summit. While they may not have emerged as the winner among the 28 competing startups, the experience left them feeling humbled and inspired. The passion and dedication displayed by all participants showcased their shared vision of creating a more sustainable fashion industry. “I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who supported and believed in us throughout this journey. Let’s continue to strive for sustainable innovation, together making a positive and lasting difference in the world. Lastly, I would also like to extend a big thank you to some of the judges who provided me with incredible feedback: Leda Di Marti, Maryam Telmesani, Matteo Boffa, Anas Agag, Asutosh Upadhyay.”
the founder sanskar gupta, of the startup "upvote" showcasing its company idea, pitching to the judges in hult international business shool in dubai. he is one of the 6 semifinalists and will run for the winning prize in september.
Another start up, named Casa Reborn showed a lot of effort and creativity. “The Hult Prize is a prestigious platform that empowers social entrepreneurs to address pressing global challenges. As Casa Reborn, our focus is on revolutionizing the fashion industry through sustainability. Throughout this experience, we have been inspired by the innovative ideas and solutions presented by fellow competitors.
My gratitude goes to the Hult Prize organization for providing this invaluable opportunity, I am very grateful to have also been critiqued by such successful entrepreneurs.”
The Hult Prize Dubai Summit provides a platform for innovative ideas and meaningful connections, paving the way for a brighter future in sustainable fashion.
the experts at maelle: the head of e-commerce department federica gioia, and the ceo and head of wholesale department leda di marti at the hult prize photocall.
Throughout the morning and afternoon, each presentation showcased the dedication and passion of these young entrepreneurs who aspire to make a positive impact in the world. After careful deliberation, the judges selected six finalists who would have the honor of presenting their ideas in the esteemed conference center in Dubai Media City, the same day. There, they faced a panel of experts and judges who challenged them with insightful questions and sought deeper insights into their ventures.
Following the presentations, the judges convened to discuss and choose the winner of the Dubai summit. The victorious startup would have the opportunity to represent Hult Dubai Summit at the finals in Paris on September 22, 2023, at Trianon Elysee Montmartre. In the event that any of the top three finalists were unable to proceed, the other five semifinalists would be considered as the “second choice” to participate again in the competition.
The ultimate global winner of the Hult Prize will be awarded $1 million to bring their idea to life, while the remaining finalists will receive $100,000 to continue their entrepreneurial journey. This significant financial support serves as a catalyst for these young visionaries to realize their dreams and create meaningful change in the world.
