This November, Dubai is set to host one of the most ambitious and forward‑looking startup and innovation gatherings of the year. The Doers Summit, organized by The Doers Company, will make its Middle East debut in Dubai Silicon Oasis on 26–27 November 2025, bringing together over 3,000 founders, operators, investors, and ecosystem leaders from more than 30 countries.
Why the Doers Summit Matters
What makes this edition of the Doers Summit particularly compelling is not just its scale — but its intent. It’s not a vanity conference, but a curated movement. As Stylianos Lambrou, CEO and Co‑founder of The Doers Company, puts it, “Dubai is the next step in our evolution from hosting an event to creating a movement.”
Dubai was chosen deliberately. The city — and specifically Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), a hub for technology and innovation — embodies ambition, cross-border connectivity, and a commitment to the knowledge economy. The summit aligns with Dubai’s long-term economic strategy to become a global innovation platform.
Leadership Backing and High-Level Support
The summit opens under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ). Keynote addresses will be delivered by top figures including H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, and H.E. Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ. Their involvement underlines how Doers Summit is aligned with Dubai’s economic vision.
A Rich, Action-Oriented Program
Over two days, the summit will feature three stages and 10 thematic tracks, covering areas that define the future of innovation.
- Blackout Stage (immersive space at Radisson RED): designed for raw, visionary conversations on topics like Future Cities, The Age of Intelligence, Greentech & Impact, and NextGen Health.
- Plaza Stage: a sunlit, open-air setting that encourages free-flowing ideas and relaxed dialogue.
- Dtec Stage: located in DSO’s amphitheater; ideal for focused discussions and high-impact exchanges.
Speakers: The summit brings together more than 150 global voices, including founders, investors, and public-sector leaders. Highlights include:
- Uri Levine, co‑founder of Waze
- Markus Fuhrmann, co‑founder of Delivery Hero.
- Alisa Adel, Senior Director of Research & Technology at Airbus
- Nikos Moraitakis, CEO of Workable
Their talks will weave strategy, storytelling, and tactical insight — helping founders, operators, and investors turn ideas into real-world outcomes.
Deep Networking, Designed for Impact
One of Doers Summit’s greatest strengths is its curated matchmaking. Organizers have designed the event to ensure meaningful, intentional connections: founders talk to the right investors, operators meet potential partners, and collaborators find new bridges.
On top of the main sessions, over 10 side events will run during the summit, including:
- Rooftop dinners and intimate founder breakfasts
- Investor roundtables and exclusive mixers
- Innovation challenges and meetups across Dubai’s ecosystem
Design Meets Innovation: The DDX Track
A standout feature on the second day is the DDX × Doers Summit collaboration, hosted in partnership with Dubai Silicon Oasis. DDX, a global platform for design and innovation leadership, will curate a dedicated track of talks, panels, and fireside conversations focused on human-centered technology. Expect timely themes like agentic AI experiences, design leadership, and sustainable innovation to drive the conversation.
Startup Exposure, Investor Access & Deal Flow
Startups attending Doers Summit will benefit from pitch opportunities and a dedicated expo zone. The summit is structured to help emerging founders showcase their products, connect with venture capital firms, and validate their business models.
Investors too gain value: access to emerging trends across sectors like fintech, deep tech, sustainability, and urban mobility. The carefully curated attendee mix — approximately 50% founders, 30% operators, and 20% investors — intensifies the potential for meaningful deal flow.
Innovation Themes That Matter
Doers Summit Dubai isn’t just about conversation — it’s about action, focusing on themes shaping the global economy:
- Artificial Intelligence & Deep Tech: Exploring how AI is transforming industries and enabling new models of value.
- FinTech & Future of Money: Insights into financial innovation, digital payments, and decentralized finance.
- Sustainability & Greentech: Conversations on impact investing, climate tech, and how to build greener economic systems.
- Mobility & Smart Cities: The future of cities, public infrastructure, and connected urban ecosystems.
- Healthcare & NextGen Health: Emerging health-tech trends, remote care, and innovation in biotech.
- Community & Founders Unfiltered: Authentic stories from entrepreneurs, lessons from failure, and building purposeful communities.
A Platform for Cross-Border Collaboration
One of the most powerful promises of Doers Summit Dubai is its international reach. By bringing together innovators from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the event is more than a regional conference — it’s a global bridge. This cross-border ecosystem is a launchpad for partnerships, investments, and ventures that transcend geography.
Dubai Silicon Oasis, as the host, plays a key role. This tech-forward economic zone embodies the spirit of innovation — it’s where startups, corporates, and governments converge to co-create.
Community, Culture & Connection
True to its name, the Doers Summit is deeply community-driven. The event is backed by a curated hospitality experience, with pop-up lounges, food and beverage outlets, and networking spaces designed to spark genuine connection.
To kick things off in community style, there’s a DSO Run on 25 November — a morning fitness event that brings together participants for meaningful conversations even before the summit officially begins.
Who Should Attend — And Why
- Founders: Get access to investors, validate business ideas, and connect with peers building in similar spaces.
- Investors: Source high-quality deal flow across diverse sectors and meet talented entrepreneurs.
- Operators: Explore operational insights, partnership opportunities, and cross-border expansion.
- Policy Makers & Corporates: Engage with ecosystem builders, learn from global peers, and influence future innovation policy.
- Design & Creatives: Through the DDX track, explore how design and tech intersect to shape human-centered innovation.
Practical Details
- Date: 26–27 November 2025
- Venue: Dubai Digital Park, Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Attendance: 3,000+ global attendees expected
- Online: Secure tickets via the official Doers Summit website — with various tiers for founders, investors, operators, and media.
Doers Summit Dubai 2025 isn’t just another tech conference — it’s a movement for action, a space for building, and a hub for real-world impact. If you’re a founder with a vision, an investor looking to shape the future, or an operator seeking meaningful partnerships, this summit offers the curated environment you’ve been waiting for.
Mark your calendar, join the tribe, and be part of the global gathering of doers — where ideas don’t just get talked about; they become reality.
