ABOUT ACIE
Get to know us
ACIE–USEK is where ideas grow into ventures and innovators become changemakers. We deliver practical training, one-on-one mentoring, and access to expert coaches, helping you transform your vision into a real, scalable business. Join our bootcamps, hackathons, and incubation programs to connect, create, and lead the next wave of innovation.
Mission
To support the transformation of business ideas into successful startups through USEK community events, workshops, competitions, education, mentorship, and capital to scale and expand.
Vision
To be a leader in empowering aspiring and established entrepreneurs within the USEK community and across Lebanon to drive sustainable and scalable economic growth.
Guiding Voices Behind Our Mission
Word from USEK
The Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK), founded in 1938, is a not-for-profit private Catholic higher education institution, and the first university in Lebanon established upon a Lebanese initiative by Lebanese citizens. USEK synthesizes tradition and modernism by remaining true to its humanitarian values, community spirit, and the spiritual, civic, and ethical principles of respecting the other and their beliefs alongside a thoroughly up-to-the-minute education.
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Our Founder
“To be self-employed, accomplish your goals, and create jobs to boost our economy, all work towards a sustainable and secure Lebanon, giving the chance for a better future.
ACIE provides opportunities for entrepreneurs by equipping them with tools and experience, a network, and a good understanding of the Lebanese ecosystem – in short, a solid foundation for community development.
With us, you will find your purpose, build the right formula for you, embrace pressure, and gain the confidence to move forward with your projects on all levels.”
Tony Asher
Our Director
At ACIE we are dedicated to cultivating creativity and guiding aspiring entrepreneurs towards success. We offer support, resources, mentorship, a positive community, and access to a vibrant ecosystem. ACIE welcomes entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, recognizing that diversity drives progress. We believe in the potential of every visionary mind, and we are committed to walking alongside entrepreneurs and innovators in their journey to start a business that will grow and have a lasting impact.
Nancy Saliba
Get To Know The Team
NANCY SALIBA
Director
REDA HELBAWI
Programs Manager
JAD AKL
Finance & Business Support Coordinator
RITA KASSAB
Community and Outreach Coordinator
NARE MANOUCHIAN
Communication & Outreach Officer