About

Enabling deep tech transformation.

A world where deep tech powers transformation across industries, societies, and global challenges, with HTU at the forefront of innovation.

Better investable deals

Enhance the quality of investable deals for downstream investors.

Close the gap

Close the gap between idea and impact for tech startups across the region.

Spread the mindset

Spread the mindset and skillset of agile entrepreneurship in Jordan and beyond.

Our story

2018

Founded.

2020

Operating model established: Tech Incubator and Accelerator combined into one Incubator.

2021–2024

CORE 1.0: Launch and Growth Track startups across hardware and software. Brand equity built, two cohorts delivered, first investment closed, SOPs delivered.

2024

Ecosystem Enabler and thought leadership.

2025

CORE 2.0.

Our impact, 2018 to 2025

$18M

Capital mobilized (85% equity investment)

600+

Founders and team members supported

190+

Ventures profiled (81 formally incubated)

~410

Jobs created

44%

Female-led startups

90+

Interns

83

Masterclasses and deep dives

21

Partnerships and collaborations

Funding breakdown

$15M

Startup equity financing

$2M

Startup grants

$642K

CORE grants

$54K

Community fund

Our human catalysts

YH

Dr. Yazan Hijazi

Director

NL

Nadine Lababidi

Senior Programs Officer

TA

Thaer Asha

Supervisor

RA

Rezeq Asali

Entrepreneur in Residence / Chief Strategist

Team headshots to be supplied by the client.

Ready to build something that matters?

Applications for the next Accelerator cohort open April 15, 2026.