Eric Schaffner
Co-founder with over 25 years of experience in sales and leadership roles.
“I want Hiiba to make it simple for people in the UAE to pass on what they no longer need to someone who can really use it.”
Meet the team behind Hiiba
Hiiba is built by a small team that cares about reuse, community, and simple technology that works for everyday life in the UAE.
People first, then technology
Hiiba is a community-driven app. Behind it is a team that believes in sharing, reducing waste, and making it easy for people to help each other. We focus on clear, safe, and simple tools so that giving and adopting items feels natural.
Community at the center
Hiiba is built around real people helping each other. The team focuses on features that make it easy to list items, browse nearby offers, and connect in a respectful way.
Simple, circular experience
Eco Reward tokens (ERW) encourage ongoing giving and adopting. The team designs the app so that earning and using ERW feels simple and supports a closed-loop exchange of goods.
Local to the UAE
Hiiba is created for people living in the UAE. The team understands local habits and aims to make handovers and communication convenient for busy daily life.
Team
Jerome Viricel
Co-founder with over 25 years of experience in strategy and sustainability leadership.
“For me, Hiiba is about turning everyday actions into a habit of reuse that feels natural and rewarding.”
Matteo Boffa
Co-founder and serial entrepreneur.
“I believe that small, local exchanges of pre-loved items can add up to a big positive impact for communities.”
Fabien Chung
Co-founder with over 10 years of experience in mobile apps and blockchain.
“My focus is to keep the technology behind Hiiba secure and simple, so users can just enjoy giving and adopting items.”
About hiiba LLC
Hiiba is operated by hiiba LLC, based in Sharjah, UAE. The company focuses on building a free, peer-to-peer exchange ecosystem where people can give away and adopt pre-loved items. Eco Reward tokens (ERW) support this circular behavior and are powered by blockchain technology.
Company
hiiba LLC
Registration
2645320.01
Address
Sharjah Media City, Sharjah , UAE
Phone
Governing law
UAE
Explore what Hiiba helps you do
The Hiiba app is designed to support everyday reuse in the UAE. Learn more about how you can give, adopt, and take part in a circular community.
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adopt pre-loved items
/adopt-pre-loved-items.html
circular economy rewards
/circular-economy-rewards.html
community reuse marketplace
/community-reuse-marketplace.html
give away items
/give-away-items.html
listing and discovery
/listing-and-discovery.html
second-hand sharing app
/second-hand-sharing-app.html
token reward ecosystem
/token-reward-ecosystem.html
wallet and in-app payments
/wallet-and-in-app-payments.html
FAQ
What is the Hiiba team working on right now?
The team is focused on improving the mobile app experience, from listing items and browsing nearby offers to in-app messaging and coordination for handovers. They are also refining how Eco Reward tokens (ERW) support ongoing participation in the community.
Where is the Hiiba team based?
Hiiba is operated by hiiba LLC, based in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates. The app is built for people living in the UAE who want to give away and adopt pre-loved items.
How does the team support safe and smooth exchanges?
The team designs tools that help users share clear item details, communicate through in-app messaging, and coordinate handovers in a way that feels practical and respectful. The goal is to make each exchange as clear and convenient as possible.
How can I stay updated about Hiiba?
You can join the waitlist on WhatsApp using the link shared by Hiiba: https://wa.me/33757770189. This is where you can receive updates about the app and its availability.
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Want to know when the app is ready for you, or how the team is improving the experience? Join the waitlist and be among the first to hear about new steps.
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