Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has launched the Sharjah Creative Accelerator, a program designed to empower emerging creative talent to develop, prototype and scale product-led ventures across design-driven industries.
Hosted at SPARK’s Base 39 creative hub, the Sharjah Creative Accelerator offers designers, architects, artists, and entrepreneurs a collaborative ecosystem to turn concepts into market-ready products. Top three graduates will receive cash prizes, while all participants gain prototyping support, creative incentives, recognition, and visibility across SPARK’s innovation network.
The Sharjah Creative Accelerator builds on SPARK’s successful experience in launching sector-focused accelerators, including the Sharjah Advanced Industries Accelerator, which supports innovation in advanced manufacturing and deep technology.
Khalid Hassan Albanna Director of Base39, said that, “The launch of the Sharjah Creative Accelerator represents a new strategic milestone in SPARK’s vision to expand Sharjah’s innovation ecosystem by integrating creativity and design with entrepreneurship and manufacturing. We firmly believe that creative industries are a vital pillar of the knowledge economy, and through this accelerator we aim to empower creatives to transform their ideas into scalable, investment-ready products, while connecting them to markets and investors within a fully integrated environment that supports innovation from concept to final product.”
He added that this integrated model strengthens Sharjah’s position as a leading regional destination for creativity and innovation, and aligns with the Emirate’s broader vision to build a sustainable, knowledge-based economy.
Sharjah Creative Accelerator first cohort
The first cohort of the Sharjah Creative Accelerator will focus on Furniture and Collectible Design, helping creatives develop commercially viable products while preserving design identity. Selected participants receive mentorship, hands-on support, branding guidance, access to prototyping facilities, and exposure to buyers and partners.
Twenty designers will join the program, culminating in a Final Showcase for industry experts and potential collaborators.
Image credits: SPARK | Cropped by GBN
The launch of Sharjah Creative Accelerator at Base 39 aligns with Sharjah’s long-standing role as a center for culture, design, education, and innovation. Through SPARK, Sharjah continues to expand its innovation ecosystem to include creative industries alongside advanced technology, research, and entrepreneurship.
By attracting creative talents, investors, and design-driven enterprises to Base 39, SPARK aims to strengthen Sharjah’s position as a regional destination for creative innovation and product-based design ventures.
