27-29 OCT 2025
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai

Startups at FHS World

At FHS World, we champion innovation by providing a global platform for startups in the hospitality industry. This year, we’re offering multiple opportunities for emerging ventures to showcase their ideas, connect with industry leaders, and accelerate their growth.

Whether you’re bringing a new idea to market or taking your startup to the next level, FHS World is the place to be. Scroll down to explore dedicated features designed specifically for early-stage hospitality ventures.

The Startup DenStartup Exhibition Stand

The Startup Den

The Startup Den at FHS World is a competition designed to empower hospitality entrepreneurs from around the globe, offering them a stage to showcase their groundbreaking business models to a panel of esteemed judges and investors.

Participants gain unparalleled exposure, access to potential mentorship, funding opportunities, and the chance to win exclusive prizes, including incubation support to accelerate their ventures.


Benefits:

  • Present to senior C-level industry executives and potential investors attending FHS World.
  • Opportunities for incubation, mentorship, or funding.
  • Complimentary ticket to attend FHS World 2025.

Applications for Startup Den will open soon!

Participation Criteria

  • Startups operating within the hospitality sector.
  • Early-stage startups with a viable product or service.
  • Demonstrable innovative solutions addressing current challenges in the hospitality industry.
  • Potential for growth and scalability within the market.

Applications open soon!

Startup Exhibition Stand

Maximise the visibility of your startup at FHS World with a dedicated stand in the exhibition area.

Criteria:

1. Revenue:
The annual revenue of the startup should not exceed $1 million.

2. Funding Stage:
The startup should be in the seed or early-stage funding round, typically having raised between $50,000 to $500,000.

3. Number of Employees:
The startup should have between 2 and 30 employees.

4. Number of Years in Business:
The startup should have been in operation for less than 3 years.

Should you be interested in taking an exhibition stand, we have a discounted rate for startups.

Register Interest for Stand