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Ali Baydoun

Founder | Mentor | Creative

Asia/Beirut(UTC +3)
English, Arabic, French

About

Multidisciplinary entrepreneur and esports innovator. Built ARCADOUS from zero to $2.3M valuation, 50K+ users, and global partnerships. Mentored 40+ startups via UNICEF Programs, educational institutions, and NGOs. Expert in startup validation, fundraising, pitch strategy, and competitive analysis. Passionate about gaming, founder psychology, and building what matters.

Key Skills

Experience

Mentor | SmartESA

May 2025 - Present
Mentoring early stage startups

Mentor | Lebanese American University

Jan 2024 - Present
Mentoring early stage startups

Design Thinking workshop | INJAZ Lebanon (UNICEF's GIL Program)

Dec 2024 - Feb 2025
Conducted Design Thinking workshop

Founder | Arcadous

Oct 2019 - Feb 2025
Founded Arcadous, an online gaming platform that monetizes esports.

Expert & Mentor | INJAZ Lebanon | Catalyst project

Nov 2024 - Jan 2025
Conducted mentorship and coaching for 10 startups, focusing on developing clear and impactful pitches. Guided teams in articulating project ideas, enhancing storytelling techniques, and structuring pitches for maximum impact.

Mentor | Entrepreneurs Accelerator | Saudi Ministry of Tourism

Nov 2023 - Jan 2024
Mentoring early stage startups

Creative Director | Med K&K

Jan 2017 - Oct 2019
Oversaw the creative direction for a portfolio of multinational & international brands

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60 min
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Leadership Coaching

60 min
Free
Development of core leadership abilities for success in management and team roles.

Recommended Training Programs

Social Media Strategy

This training covers essential strategies for developing and executing successful social media campaigns. Participants will learn to cultivate brand presence, engage audiences, and measure campaign effectiveness. The course emphasizes real-world applications of social marketing concepts and equips learners to adapt to digital trends. Enhance your skills with practical insights into social media's role in today's business landscape.

Multicultural Communication

This training program focuses on understanding and enhancing communication across diverse cultural contexts. Participants will learn essential skills to navigate multicultural interactions effectively, ensuring mutual understanding and respect. It aims to improve interpersonal communication, increase cultural awareness, and provide strategies for overcoming language and cultural barriers in professional and personal settings.

Cloud Computing (AWS, Azure)

This training program offers a comprehensive introduction to cloud computing using AWS and Azure. Participants will acquire essential skills in deploying and managing cloud solutions. The program highlights practical scenarios and real-world applications, ensuring learners understand how cloud services can significantly impact businesses across various industries.

Customer Co-Creation

The Customer Co-Creation training focuses on engaging customers in the product development process to enrich innovation and enhance product offerings. Participants will learn the importance of collaboration in shaping customer-centric solutions, effectively utilizing customer feedback, and the real-world applications of co-creation methodologies. The program emphasizes how businesses can gain competitive advantage by working closely with their customers.

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