The importance of the community for internet startups & the web industry in Qatar

A lightning talk given at a Doha Tweetups meetup back in 2010.

Topics covered:
- Why there isn't a vibrant startup scene in Doha
- What makes up an entrepreneurial environment
- Why we need a strong tech community

Transcript

1. The importance of the community for internet startups & the web industry Balal Khan web designer / developer / e-marketer
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   Most of you use technology everyday to solve problems for... yourself family friends
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   Why stop there? Why not try and solve problems for thousands or millions of people?
4. There isn’t a huge startup scene here Is it because people don’t have any good ideas?
5. The reality is that lots of people have an idea for a startup So why do only a few get executed?
6. People don’t have… time motivation information business partners
7. What basic components make up an entrepreneurial environment Excellent education system Government support A strong vibrant community
8. How do we build the community? Small, focused, engaging events Mentors who provider leadership Make it open and easy to join
9. The community can help We should tackle smaller problems Increase excitement and exposure Give advice or connect you Better chance of finding a partner
10. Why do we need a strong community? Raises standards Will grow the size of the industry Make Doha a leader in the region
11. You’re invited to a ‘Web, Mobile & Startups’ meet-up Sign up at refreshqatar.com Saturday, 4 Dec : 10.30am VCUQatar building, Education City