Endeavor Jordan Announces New Chairman and Vice Chairs
Endeavor is the Global Network of Trust of, by and for entrepreneurs. The organization selects, supports and invests in founders with the greatest potential, providing them with a platform to train, mentor, and invest in the next generation through the Endeavor Multiplier Effect™. Today Endeavor's community includes more than 2,900 entrepreneurs building transformational companies across 45+ markets. As of 2024, these entrepreneurs have generated $88.5 billion in revenue and created over 4 million jobs worldwide. Endeavor launched its operations in Jordan in 2009, and is leading the way in supporting high-impact entrepreneurship.
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