# #055 - Why hardware startup ecosystem in Lebanon is becoming interesting, with Raja Younes of Startupsfund, Futuris Technologies, Lebanon

- Show: [The Hardware Entrepreneur](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur)
- Published: 2018-05-23
- Length: 24m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja
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## Summary

Raja Younes of Startupsfund and Futuris Technologies explains why Lebanon is becoming an attractive hub for hardware startups and engineering talent. He highlights the country's high education rankings, government incentives like tax exemptions, and the cost advantage of Lebanese engineers compared to Europe and Asia. Younes details his initiatives to bridge the gap between local talent and global market needs, citing success stories like Tony Fadell and companies like IPG Photonics and Nixon establishing operations in Beirut.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=0) Introduction: Raja Younes and the Lebanese Hardware Ecosystem
- [3:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=237) The Global Talent Shortage and Raja's Solution
- [6:41](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=401) Incentives and Education in Lebanon
- [10:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=603) Success Stories and International Companies in Lebanon
- [12:34](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=754) Futuris Technologies and Startupsfund Initiatives
- [16:15](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=975) Personal Advice, Books, and Habits
- [20:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-hardware-entrepreneur/2018-05-23-055-why-hardware-startup-ecosystem-in-lebanon-is-becoming-interesting-with-raja#t=1201) Cultural Differences and Contact Information

## Topics

- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Direct-to-consumer & e-commerce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/direct-to-consumer)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)
- [Growth, exits & acquisitions](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/growth-exits-and-acquisitions)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- Startupsfund (company)
- Futuris Technologies (company)
- American University of Beirut (other)
- Tony Fadell (other)
- IPG Photonics (company)
- Nixon (company)
- Cisco Systems (company)
- Intel (company)
- Stanford (other)
- Getting to Yes (other)

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