Beirut, Lebanon (Enmaeya News) — Shark Tank, the globally acclaimed entrepreneurial reality series, is launching its first-ever Lebanese edition, opening the door for local startups and small businesses to pitch directly to investors and secure funding on national television.

The arrival of the show comes at a critical moment for Lebanon’s private sector, particularly its small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which make up over 90% of businesses in the country. With traditional funding avenues scarce amid prolonged economic instability, Shark Tank Lebanon presents a rare and timely platform for entrepreneurs to access capital and scale their operations.

By providing visibility and investment to promising ventures, the show could play a catalytic role in job creation, export growth, and increased competitiveness of Lebanese products and services. In the long term, the initiative may also contribute to GDP growth by empowering businesses to innovate, hire, and expand into new markets.

Unlike traditional grant programs or incubators, the show places entrepreneurs directly in front of active investors from the Lebanese business community, creating a high stakes yet rewarding environment for founders ready to defend their vision.

The show will air on LBCI, which secured the rights to produce the Arabic-language version. The investor panel — yet to be announced — will feature Lebanese business figures evaluating pitches and offering deals on the spot.

Aspiring applicants from across Lebanon, whether solo entrepreneurs or startup teams, are encouraged to apply.

With Lebanon’s economy in need of bold solutions, Shark Tank Lebanon could provide more than just entertainment, it may be a steppingstone for a new generation of job creators and innovators.

The call for pitches is now open through [email protected] or by contacting 79-353-481.