Dubai, United Arab Emirates: iACCEL GBI, a premier go-to-market accelerator supported by Dubai SME, has become an approved partner of the AWS Activate program. This partnership, facilitated by Tech Inspira, a leading cloud consulting firm and official AWS partner in Dubai, equips iACCEL’s portfolio companies with the essential tools, resources, and expert support to build and deploy their products on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
As part of this collaboration, iACCEL GBI’s portfolio companies will be able to apply for up to $25,000 in AWS Activate credits, enabling them to set up or scale their cloud infrastructure on AWS.
AWS Activate is a startup support initiative by Amazon that provides startups with vital resources, including AWS credits, personalized guidance, training, and more, to help them quickly get started on AWS. This program has assisted thousands of early-stage startups in launching and growing their businesses in the cloud. Startups qualifying for AWS Activate can utilize their credits to build their tech stack using scalable, reliable, and secure AWS Cloud services, which encompass compute, storage, database, analytics, Internet of Things (IoT), and machine learning.
Deepak Ahuja, CEO & Co-founder of iACCEL GBI, remarked, “Our collaboration with Tech Inspira to bring AWS Activate is a transformative opportunity for startups in our ecosystem. By unlocking access to up to $25,000 in AWS credits, we’re not just giving them a head start—we’re empowering them to scale globally with a powerful, secure, and highly scalable cloud infrastructure. This partnership allows our startups to focus on innovation and growth while relying on world-class technology to optimize their operations and deliver cutting-edge solutions to the market.”
By leveraging AWS’s technical resources to streamline their operations, startups can innovate faster and explore ambitious solutions targeting a global audience. Being part of this prestigious program also grants startups instant visibility and credibility in the market.
Shalabh Jakhetia, Managing Partner & Chief Operating Officer at iACCEL GBI, emphasized, “The collaboration perfectly complements our vision of accelerating growth for startups across the MEA region. By providing access to AWS’s robust infrastructure and cloud services, we are enabling our companies to build scalable, secure solutions that have the potential to make a lasting impact. This partnership reaffirms our dedication to fostering a thriving startup ecosystem.”
Girish Manghnani, CEO & Managing Partner of Tech Inspira, added, “We are honored to have supported iACCEL GBI in achieving AWS Activate Partner status and in further assisting their portfolio startups in enabling Cloud services. At Tech Inspira, we specialize in comprehensive cloud onboarding, migration, generative AI solutions, and managed services, empowering businesses to harness the full capabilities of AWS. Through this partnership, we are enabling iACCEL GBI to provide its portfolio startups with the critical tools and cloud infrastructure necessary to accelerate their innovation and scale securely. This collaboration reflects our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive operational efficiency and long-term success across industries.”
With this new partnership and support from Tech Inspira, iACCEL GBI’s growing list of portfolio companies will be able to build scalable cloud-based solutions using AWS’s world-class infrastructure, allowing them to reduce operating costs, increase agility, and strengthen security and compliance.
About iACCEL Gulf Business Incubator (iACCEL GBI):
iACCEL Gulf Business Incubator (“iACCEL GBI”) is a leading go-to-market accelerator that provides end-to-end support for startups expanding into the UAE and the Middle East. Launched under the patronage of Dubai SME and the Hamdan Innovation Incubator (Hi2), iACCEL GBI offers a robust value proposition focused on startups by leveraging the experience and expertise of its dynamic network. It supports entrepreneurs with a wide array of services, including setup support, market access into the government and private sectors, networking opportunities, access to funding, business advice, and more.
About Tech Inspira:
Tech Inspira is at the forefront of offering comprehensive software and cloud technology solutions, expertly tailored to meet clients’ unique needs worldwide. The company specializes in helping businesses build, migrate, manage, and optimize their applications and workloads, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency. Tech Inspira also excels in developing and deploying generative AI solutions across various industries while providing managed services for secure ongoing support. By guiding organizations in selecting and fine-tuning the optimal software and cloud platforms, Tech Inspira enables businesses to fully leverage the AWS ecosystem, accelerating the realization of its full benefits and driving growth and success in today’s digital landscape.
