NCEI Diaspora &
Institutional Engagement
Questionnaire

Thank you for joining the "Bridge to Growth" initiative. This form helps us understand your objectives, risk appetite, and desired level of involvement in Lebanon's innovation ecosystem.

Part 1: Profile & Capacity

Are you representing an Individual Investor, a VC/Investment Firm, or an International Institutional Partner (e.g., NGO/Development Body)?

What is your primary objective? (Select all that apply)

What is your typical investment range per startup?

In which global region are you primarily based?

Part 2: Sectoral Interests & Thematic Fit

Which of the NCEI priority clusters are you most interested in?

What stage of startup growth are you most comfortable with?

Does your investment need to align with specific UN SDGs?

Part 3: Engagement Model & The Sandbox

How would you like to participate in the July 2026 Virtual Sandbox?

Are there specific due diligence requirements or legal/compliance frameworks your organization mandates?

How would you describe your comfort with the current Lebanese economic landscape?

1 = Low Risk Tolerance / 5 = High/Opportunistic

Part 4: Commitment to the National Mandate

Are you open to supporting startups that aim to keep their core operations and talent base within Lebanon?

Would you be interested in co-investment or partnership opportunities with other regional partners (e.g., EU, UNDP, ESCWA)?

Responses are treated as Confidential Information within the NCEI Sandbox and will be used solely for the purpose of matching you with vetted high-potential opportunities.

For questions or technical support, contact the NCEI team at bridge-to-growth@ncei.gov.lb