Beirut, September 15, 2026 – As part of the celebrations marking its 30th anniversary, ESA Business School continues its commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship with the official launch of “BoostLeClub”, SmartESA’s new growth accelerator. This ambitious initiative was unveiled during the morning gathering “The Morning After Tomorrow”, which brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, economic decision-makers, and key stakeholders from Lebanon’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Held at Hall Stéphane Attali of the Rafic Hariri Center – SmartESA, the event opened with remarks by Mr. Maxence Duault, Director General of ESA. The launch of BoostLeClub was one of the highlights of the morning. Designed to meet the needs of technology startups entering a growth phase, the program offers strategic support aimed at accelerating their development and strengthening their impact. Drawing on the expertise of ESA Business School and a network of mentors, entrepreneurs, investors, and partners, the club seeks to create an environment conducive to the rapid growth of participating companies.
The event also provided an opportunity to introduce the club’s first cohort. This inaugural group reflects the diversity and ambition that characterize Lebanon’s entrepreneurial landscape today. The presentation showcased the entrepreneurs being supported through this new SmartESA initiative, which aims to accelerate the growth of Lebanon’s most promising startups.
The gathering continued with a conversation featuring Mr. Mohamad Arayssi, Co-founder and CEO of Beesline, focusing on values, perseverance, and the realities of starting, growing, and sustaining a business in Lebanon.
The event concluded with a networking breakfast, offering participants the opportunity to build new professional connections and explore potential collaborations.
With the launch of BoostLeClub, ESA Business School reaffirms its mission to support the entrepreneurs and leaders of tomorrow. By providing them with a dynamic environment that combines academic expertise, strategic guidance, and access to a high-caliber professional network, the institution continues its ambition to actively contribute to the development of the Lebanese economy and to the creation of an increasingly dynamic and resilient entrepreneurial ecosystem.