Dubai Chamber partners with TikTok to help startups digitally

TikTok for Business and Dubai Chamber have been paving the way for entrepreneurs and start-ups across the UAE by assisting them with their digital growth plans.

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry signed an MoU with TikTok earlier this year to create and launch the Dubai Chamber – TikTok Academy, a an educational programme that will help 1,000 startups and SMEs validate and grow their businesses using the content creation platform.

To date, almost 300 businesses have participated in the educational program, with participants from a wide range of sectors eager to learn more about building and expanding their presence on the TikTok platform to grow their reach, including IT, art, health, construction, and banking.

Shant Oknayan, general manager, global business solutions, Middle East, Africa, Turkey, and Pakistan, TikTok, said,

“In this digital age, businesses must dedicate their efforts to further strengthen their online presence for business success. We hope to support more businesses in the months to come through the Academy and help them with their digital transformation strategies.”

Businesses and entrepreneurs interested in taking part in the next Dubai Chamber-TikTok Academy, will be able to apply to the program once it launches again later in the year.

News Source: Gulf Business