About LAIN
The Lebanese Angel Investor Network (LAIN) is the first curated angel vehicle for the Lebanese diaspora to back the next generation of Lebanese founders, in Lebanon and worldwide. Launched by Lebanon’s Ministry of Technology and Artificial Intelligence (MITAI), LAIN is operated and powered by BY Venture Partners, a global early-stage VC firm with roots in MENA.
About Endeavor
Endeavor is the leading global network supporting high-impact entrepreneurs to scale faster and transform local economies. Founded in 1997, Endeavor unlocks the potential of high-growth founders across 40+ markets worldwide by providing world-class mentorship, capital access, and strategic connections. Through its unique "Multiplier Effect" Endeavor creates the platform for supported entrepreneurs to pay it forward by investing time and resources back into the ecosystem, mentoring and funding the next generation of innovators.
Who is it for
- Pre-Seed and Seed stage startups
- You have a strong Lebanese connection*
- Your company is a legally incorporated entity
- You are building a scalable technology-led company for regional or global markets
*A strong Lebanese connection means that:
- You are of Lebanese origin (at least one parent is Lebanese);
- You have Lebanese ancestry (at least one Lebanese grandparent);
- A C-suite member of your founding team is Lebanese and holds equity in the company at the time of investment; or
- Your company has substantial operations in Lebanon, such as building teams, creating jobs, or maintaining a meaningful operational presence.
Prizes
Winner
🏆 $100,000 equity investment
🥇 Beyond funding consideration, selected 5 finalists receive:
- Free startup booth for all three expo days
- Mentorship from ecosystem leaders
- National media exposure
- Opportunity to be featured on Shark Tank Lebanon
How Selection Works
- Applications open publicly.
- Organizers review all applications. Applicants may be invited to follow-up conversations or to share more details.
- Five companies are selected for the main stage, receiving training and support before pitching live.
Judging Criteria
- Problem Validity: Clear, real, and specific need
- Solution Maturity: Proven usage and traction
- Team Credibility: Ability to execute in uncertainty
- Forward Viability: Credible path to growth with investment
