Offline, a private members’ community founded by Utsav Somani, has successfully expanded its reach to the UAE after making a significant impact in India within just six months of its launch. The community aims to bring together startup founders who are on a significant growth trajectory and meet specific criteria such as $5 million raised, $5 million in ARR, $10 million from a previous exit, or currently valued at $50 million. Notable members in the UAE include the co-founders of CoinDCX, Hunch, Fuze, Ultrahuman, and Verloop, while in India, prominent figures from Zomato, Rentomojo, Awfis, 1mg, Shiprocket, Cred, Noise, and Bizongo are part of the community.
Members of Offline enjoy various benefits including high impact closed-door meetings facilitated by skilled executive coaches, out-of-the-box social experiences, front-row seats to talks by coveted speakers, special brand benefits, masterclasses with industry experts, and a 24/7 digital community for prompt advice and feedback. As the UAE emerges as a technology hub with booming funding rounds and over $2.5 billion in venture capital funding since 2022, the expansion of Offline into the region is seen as a strategic move to capitalize on the growing ecosystem and potential for entrepreneurship.
The unique offering of Offline includes an annual retreat, which will take place in the UAE on 6-8 December this year, with an exclusive opportunity for members to attend the F1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi. The community has also secured funding from prominent investors and has quickly grown to nearly 100 members in India since its launch, with a goal to reach 150 by the end of the year. By expanding its community to the UAE, Offline aims to provide founders with a high-caliber network and targeted support that is crucial for navigating the competitive global startup ecosystem.
As the tech landscape in the UAE evolves, founders are increasingly seeking spaces where they can connect with like-minded peers, access top-notch executive coaching, and engage in tailored upskilling programs. Offline aims to bridge this gap by offering a specialised community that caters to the unique challenges faced by founders in today’s fast-paced business environment. By focusing on excellence, innovation, and building elite networks, Offline is setting a new standard for professional and entrepreneurial communities in the UAE and beyond, shaping the future of the industry.
