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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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30 min
Free
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Executive Coaching

60 min
$600 for 6 sessions
Focused, one-on-one coaching to strengthen executive skills and drive strategic growth.

Leadership Coaching

60 min
$900 for 10 sessions
Development of core leadership abilities for success in management and team roles.

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Jira for Project Tracking

This training on Jira for Project Tracking focuses on mastering Jira's functionalities for efficient project management. Participants will learn to track tasks, manage bugs, and enhance productivity through real-time collaboration. Designed for various industries, this course equips learners with the skills to optimize project workflows and ensure timely project delivery.

Creative Problem Solving

This training focuses on enhancing creative problem-solving skills, teaching participants how to approach challenges from multiple perspectives. Learners will explore innovative techniques for generating solutions and learn how to apply these skills in real-world scenarios. The program is designed to foster creative thinking in both personal and professional settings.

Automation Tools (Zapier, Make)

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