Sharedish secured second place at Birmingham Tech Week's Future Talent Pitch Competition. While not claiming the top spot, the team gained invaluable mentorship opportunities, meaningful connections, and crucial insights that will help shape the platform's path forward.
The competition, organised by Midlands Innovation and TechWM, provided an exceptional platform for innovative startups to showcase their ideas. Founders Saif and Sulieman Alramahi presented Sharedish's vision of tackling food insecurity through technology and community engagement.
The achievement highlighted the strong support from Midlands Innovation, TechWM, and Joanna Birch in creating this opportunity. Judge Jim Shirley recognised the team's potential by gifting his book, while Edwin Ladd captured the memorable moments of the competition.
This accomplishment stands as a testament to the support received from the BCU Student Enterprise Team, who have been instrumental in nurturing and guiding student entrepreneurs. Their dedication to helping students transform ideas into reality continues to drive innovation in the region.
For founders Saif and Sulieman Alramahi, this competition represents more than just a second place finish—it marks a stepping stone toward their mission of making a meaningful impact in the community. The connections made and lessons learned during Birmingham Tech Week will fuel the next phase of Sharedish's development.
As Sharedish continues to evolve, the platform remains focused on creating innovative solutions that address food insecurity while building stronger communities. This milestone marks just the beginning of the journey toward tackling food insecurity through technology.
Pictured: Future Talent Pitch Competition runners-up Saif and Sulieman Alramahi with judge Jim Shirley. Captured by Edwin Ladd.