Why this site? What is the purpose of this site?
The goal of this site is to create and maintain strong partnerships among alumni on personal, business and group levels. It is a support system for those who have completed the MEET program and wish to further advance their managerial and entrepreneurial leadership abilities through professional networking and interaction with other alumni. This site provides user-friendly tools that will allow you to search, contact, collaborate, and continuously interact with your network peers. Most of the services available are for members only.
Is the MEET Alumni a registered organization?
Not yet, at this stage it is an informal network of MEET alumni aimed at obtaining a more formal status in the near future.
Once I register and become a member, what is expected of me regarding this site?
You are expected to visit the site regularly, use its features and functionalities as needed, update your area, and send us your recommendations and feedback!
Are there any obligations or conditions for registering to this site?
You need to be a MEET alumnus/alumna and you should agree on the website's Terms of Use. You also have to provide permission to the Beyster Institute at the Rady School of Management, University of California, San Diego to use interview findings, biographical information provided by you, your photograph, whether furnished by you or taken by program photographers, for success stories, the Institute's web site, the MEET alumni web site, business development purposes, publications and other collateral materials (newsletters, brochures, etc.).
These conditions need to be clearly agreed by you before submitting your registration to the site.
How can I register to this site?
On the homepage, you click on New User under Member Login and follow the instructions to fill out and submit the registration form. Once your form is submitted, our team will review your information and activate your membership accordingly. You will receive an email notification once your account is activated.
Why do I have to wait for my registration to be accepted? Why is it not accepted automatically?
This website is for MEET alumni only, therefore we need to screen the applications accordingly and validate them before activation.
How do I search for fellow MEET alumni?
To find other MEET alumni on this site, you have to be a registered member with an active account. Then log in to the website using your username and password and click on Search the Directory in the vertical menu or on the related animated banner.
If I never attended any MEET programs, can I still register?
In this case you can submit a registration form, and add to it the reasons that you think make you eligible to be accepted as a member of this network. We will review your request and will let you know the outcome within a few days. However, and as a general rule, this site is for MEET alumni only.
How do I post new information on this website about myself, my business, my family?
You can do that by logging in and adding this information to your member profile, or by opening a blog and writing whatever you wish to share with other members. You can also send us the information by email and let us know that you want to post it on the site and we will post it in the section that we find most appropriate
Do you share my registration information with any third parties?
No, we will not share your registration information with anyone.
I am involved in many activities that I would love to share with alumni members, how can I do that?
You may post this type of information in your blog, and we also invite you to send us this information by email so we may post it in the appropriate section. We may also include it in our periodic newsletter.
How can I participate in the editorial team of this site?
We welcome and encourage such requests. Please let us know and we will contact you with the related procedure that gives you access to adding content to the website.
What is MEET?
MEET (Middle East Entrepreneur Training) is an intensive training and networking program for prominent business leaders from 16 countries and territories in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. MEET is a program of the U.S. Department of State Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI) and is managed by the Beyster Institute at the Rady School of Management, University of California, San Diego.
Why are the terms “MEET U.S.” and “MEET” both used?
MEET training programs previously took place only in the United States and were referred to as “MEET U.S.” but now MEET programs are being held in the MENA region.
How can I apply to MEET programs?
Check the Beyster Institute website often (www.beysterinstitute.ucsd.edu) to find out if there are any scheduled MEET training programs which are accepting applications. If so, the site will include a link to the online application. Upcoming MEET programs will also be announced on the MEET alumni website.
What countries are included in the MEET program?
Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates, West Bank and Gaza, and Yemen.
How can I join a committee?
Contact us and let us know you are interested! We will put you in contact with existing committees and you will choose the one with the activities and location that suit you best.
How do I set up my blog?
Log in to the website using your username and password. Access your area by clicking on the Edit/Create your blog link and follow the instructions.
How can I join a forum?
Log in to the website using your username and password. Then you can join the forums from the vertical menu, from the animated related banner, or from your user area.