Our ecosystem provides exclusive access to industry leaders, investors, rights holders, brands, government: world class minds who know the sports and entertainment economy.
Through our annual Incubator and Xcelerator programmes E1H will mentor entrepreneurs to deliver the right business and investment plan to grow their business.
Ethara drives E1H via a wide range of support. In each programme, selected companies will be invited to join E1H where their core proposition links to Ethara’s business (e.g. a sports or music event, a venue operations software, a sports content production business, a new sports academy, an esports business... )
Ethara is shaping the future of entertainment, sport, culture, event services, and asset management regionally and internationally. Headquartered on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, and with offices in Dubai and Riyadh, the company employs over 300 professionals who offer an unrivalled wealth of expertise, experience, knowledge and skills.
Ethara, meaning ‘thrill’ in Arabic, owns and manages an impressive portfolio of assets, including Yas Marina Circuit, Etihad Park, Etihad Arena and the Yas Conference Centre. The company works with leading events companies, IP owners, and entertainment partners locally and internationally to deliver world-class, first-to-market events and experiences.
ONETOWATCH (1TW) is a sports investment business. We provide our partners with valuable insights and recommendations on all aspects of the business of sport, delivering capital, commerce and investor returns.
Based in Abu Dhabi Global Markets, with unique connectivity in the MENA region, we have over 20 years of experience of working in all areas of both sports and entertainment
The E1H Incubator provides an 6-week membership Programme for early-stage startups. With unique access to industry experts, Members follow a unique mentorship programme including business plan / proof of concept support, marketing exposure and access to investors. Select members from each cohort are invited to continue in the Innovation Hub.
- Best in class local & international mentorship
- 6 week programme for 10 companies
- Business plan support
- Proof of concept support
- New business opportunities
- PR & marketing showcase opportunities
- Introductions to potential investors
- Graduation opportunity to the Xcelerator program (or opportunity to extend the incubation period)
- Must be part of the sports and entertainment ecosystem
- Open to any early stage business
- Open to new concepts / ideas with a compelling founder team.
- Any new businesses must be registered or willing to register in Abu Dhabi
- Cohort 1 will begin on April 28th 2025
- Office space for 2 staff members in E1H
- Dedicated mentor for each Member
- Individual workshops designed for each Member
- Group workshops (including Accounting & Tax, HR, Capital Raising)
- Exclusive access to our events
- 2 x invitations to every “The Front Row”
- Invitation to “The Pitch”: opportunity to share the company with investors at a networking event
- Fee: E1H to have the option for % of equity
- New Business Introductions: Free of charge
- Equity: E1H has the option to invest up to an agreed % of equity (for 3 months post Incubator)
- Future Raise: E1H has the right to invest in each Member’s next round within 12 months following the end of the Incubator programme
- These terms are subject to the formal Member services agreement between
- Stage 1: Complete application form
- Stage 2: Virtual interview
- Stage 3: Face to face interview
E1H Xcelerator offers a 52-week programme with leading local and international industry mentorship. Each Member has access to business development opportunities, investors, strategy and marketing – and can use our Innovation Hub at Yas Marina Circuit. All members receive invitations to our regular event programme and will showcase their business at the annual E1H Investment Forum. Members will be required to commit to a minimum of 2 days per month in the Hub.
The E1H Incubator provides an 6-week membership programme for early-stage startups. With unique access to industry experts, Members follow a unique mentorship programme including business plan / proof of concept support, marketing exposure and access to investors. Select members from each cohort are invited to continue in the Innovation Hub.
- Best in class local & international mentorship
- 8 week program for 10 companies
- Business plan support
- Proof of concept support
- New business opportunities
- PR & marketing showcase opportunities
- Introductions to potential investors
- Graduation opportunity to the Xcelerator program (or opportunity to extend the incubation period)
- Must be part of the sports and entertainment ecosystem
- Open to any early stage business
- Open to new concepts / ideas with a compelling founder team.
- Any new businesses must be registered or willing to register in Abu Dhabi
- Cohort 1 will be held in Q2
- All applications to be received by Jan 20th, 2025
- Office space for 2 staff members in E1H
- Dedicated mentor for each Member
- Individual workshops designed for each Member
- Group workshops (including Accounting & Tax, HR, Capital Raising)
- Exclusive access to our events
- 2 x invitations to every “The Front Row”
- Invitation to “The Pitch”: opportunity to share the company with investors at a networking event
- Fee: E1H to have the option for % of equity
- New Business Introductions: Free of charge
- Equity: E1H has the option to invest up to an agreed % of equity (for 3 months post Incubator)
- Future Raise: E1H has the right to invest in each Member’s next round within 12 months following the end of the Incubator programme
- These terms are subject to the formal Member services agreement between
- Stage 1: Complete application form
- Stage 2: Virtual interview
- Stage 3: Face to face interview
E1H Xcelerator offers a 52-week program with leading local and international industry mentorship. Each Member has access to business development opportunities, investors, strategy and marketing – and can use our Innovation Hub at Yas Marina Circuit. All members receive invitations to our regular event programme and will showcase their business at the annual E1H Investment Forum. Members will be required to commit to a minimum of 2 days per month in the Hub.
Event
E1H Investment Forum
Annual event in Q2 at the end the Xcelerator program. The E1H Investment Forum will include keynote speeches and panel sessions led by sports & entertainment industry leaders and facilitate tailored investor / Member networking sessions. All members will present their business at the Forum.
E1H Innovation Forum
Annual event held in Q4 before the F1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Q4, featuring keynote speeches and panel sessions by sports & entertainment leaders. VIP invitations for E1H Members and Partners only, with tailored networking opportunities.
The E1H Front Row
A chance for Xcelerator and Incubator Members to learn and meet industry leaders in a 90 minute Q&A forum setting.
The E1H Pitch
The Cohort 1 Pitch will take place at Yas Marina Circuit on June 3rd, offering Incubator members a platform to promote their businesses to a select group of investors and stakeholders from the wider E1H ecosystem. To register your interest in attending, please send us an email with some background details
Contact us
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