In addition to his role as CEO of the non-bank financial institute, Walid Hassouna is also a non-executive board member of Tanmeyah microenterprises and EFG Hermes Leasing, both subsidiaries of EFG Hermes Finance. Vice-Chairman of EFG-EV fintech accelerator, board member of Karm solar, and Kazyon hard discount stores.
Prior to joining EFG Hermes in 2016, Walid Hassouna was General Manager and Head of Structured Finance and Investment Banking at Bank Audi, where he closed structured and project finance transactions in excess of USD 15 billion over a seventeen-year banking career that began at Misr International Bank. He also structured and executed several award-winning deals, in project finance and M&A within Egypt and GCC, in addition to several investment banking transactions. He has also been the Head of structured finance and syndication in Banque Misr where he successfully managed to top the league table of the MENA region in syndicated loans.
Walid is a Cairo-University B.B.A holder, where he graduated with the highest honors. He also holds an MBA from J. Mack Robinson College of Business, Georgia State University as well as Islamic Finance Qualification from CISI- UK.
Tarek El-Kady is a leading entrepreneur and angel investor in his native Alexandria, Egypt. Born and raised in Alexandria, Tarek is the Executive Chairman of KD Group, a group of marketing and advertising agencies serving various clients in the Middle East and North Africa. Tarek is the founder and CEO of Techne Inc. and also the founder and chairman of Alexandria Business Angel Network (Alex Angels) & and; founder and chairman of The Mediterranean Business Angel Investment Network.
Tarek is passionate about helping young people start their businesses. As Founding Curator of the Global Shapers Community Alexandria hub, he spends part of his time giving to the next generation of business owners in the region. Tarek was awarded by the American University in Cairo’s Venture Lab in recognition to his efforts as one of the prominent contributors to the entrepreneurial ecosystem for their outstanding support.
He has been recently appointed as Senator at the Grand Assembly of the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF) Senator Elkady will represent Egypt in the Global Startup Committee of the Grand Assembly in 2020
Rafeh launched Cubit Ventures and Founder Institute Egypt, sits on Falak Startups board, is an advisor to Egypt Ventures and Loyal VC, and led one of the largest consulting firms in Egypt.
He is an experienced triple-digit track record executive, entrepreneur, and management consultant where he advised numerous companies of all sizes on growth, turnaround, and business restructuring strategies.
Serial Entrepreneur specializing in the Edtech industry.
Founder/CBO of Armstrong.
Owner of Engineering for kids franchise in Egypt.
Hani W. Naguib is an avid Evidence-Based Entrepreneurship advocate and expert based in Cairo, Egypt. With a career spanning over a decade, Hani has collaborated significantly with influential organizations like IFC, the Global Entrepreneurship Network, EIT Climate-KIC, and Plug'n'Play.
Recognized as the African Ecosystem Hero of the Year in 2023 at the Global Startup Awards, Hani's commitment to nurturing startups shines through his contribution of over 10,000 mentoring hours, emphasizing his passion for fostering entrepreneurial talent worldwide.
His dedication extends beyond mentoring emerging entrepreneurs, having served as a lecturer on Evidence-Based Entrepreneurship at ESLSCA Business School, as a frequent guest speaker at The American University in Cairo, and as a contributor to the EU MC2 Project think tank. Hani also shares his insights as a keynote speaker at events like TEDx, Lean Startup Night, Startup Grind, and GEN Week.
A Senior management with 10+ years of experience across commercial sales leadership - 8 years in Proptech .
I am fortunate to have an experience withstart-ups, brands, and teams that shaped my leadership qualities, skills, drives, motives, and performance.
Building teams, working on data, business development, create and implementing strategies are a part of me, my passion for leading and learning drove me to put my hands on AI, I'm a technology, business, people, and data-driven entrepreneur.
Vijay is a serial entrepreneur, a seasoned CEO, and a technology investor.
He is the Managing Director and Head of MENA at Techstars; the world’s most active pre-seed technology investor; with a portfolio of 3,800+ companies with a combined market capitalization at USD $90Bn.
As a seasoned CEO and a serial entrepreneur, he has 40 years of hands-on experience in founding and growing several companies spread over 7 different industries in Southeast Asia; including Fashion Retail, Clothing Manufacturing, Hi-Tech Safety Helmets, Association Management, Events Production, Property Development and Corporate Venture Capital.
Prior to Techstars, he was the former Global CEO and Chairman of the Entrepreneurs' Organization (EO) based in Washington D.C. He is an Advisor to Scholar of Finance and a Trustee at Richmond University, in addition to holding several board roles in early stage tech companies.
He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from Richmond University (UK) and furthered his executive education at Stanford University. He was the recipient of the Global Entrepreneur Person of the Year by GOPIO and EO.
EX-Marvel – EX-Festival Judge Berlin - Marketing & Products director Paragon developments
Transmedia nominated award (Cologne Film festival)
91 Brands – 11 industries – 9 cities around the world – 10 Billion+ Projects
PHD Re. ,M.Sc ,DIP ,CIB, CISTRAF, CISTA,CISCAM,CZA
Shariah auditor & Zakat accountant
Shariah audit podcast
Margreet is a powerhouse in the world of entrepreneurship and startup development. As Co-founder and Board Member of the Youth Entrepreneurs Network, she nurtures young talent and fosters a thriving ecosystem. Her role as Head of Partnerships at Exits MENA allows her to build strategic relationships that bolster the region's investment landscape.
With over 13 years of experience, Margreet has worked with countless organizations, guiding aspiring entrepreneurs towards their goals. Her commitment to their success has made her a trusted mentor; she's personally engaged with over 5000 entrepreneurs and 70+ startups across diverse sectors. Passionate about championing women, Margreet is a certified Egyptian Equity Seal Auditor.
Based in Egypt, Margreet's impact extends far beyond borders. She collaborates seamlessly with regional organizations, remotely engaging stakeholders to drive positive change. Her leadership has been crucial in managing EU-funded projects worth a staggering €40 million.
Driven by a mission to build sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems, Margreet dedicates herself to round tables, conferences, and projects that create an enabling environment for entrepreneurs. She's spearheaded capacity-building programs, boot camps, hackathons, and matchmaking events – initiatives that empower entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge to achieve their full potential.
Business Transformation Consultant | Marketing & Business Development Instructor| Serial Entrepreneur | Personal Branding Mentor | Driving Brands Growth & Sales | 28 Years Experience | Business Bulletso
CEO at Mori International group.
Over 28 years of strategic expertise in marketing, business development, and entrepreneurship, I am a results-driven professional dedicated to driving brand growth and sales. As a seasoned Business transformation consultant and mentor, I've partnered with over 400 brands, leveraging my insights to formulate effective expansion strategies and boost sales growth.
My journey began with Fortune 500 giants like IBM and P&G, honing my skills in brand building and marketing.
I've spearheaded regional marketing efforts for Burger King across the MENA region, achieving a remarkable 22% increase in profitability.
Entrepreneurship, Business Transformation, Business acumen, and business turnaround are my passions, having founded and led successful ventures in various industries, including tech and hospitality.
Notably, I pioneered the concept of Buy One Get One, serving over 1.25 million consumers and attracting investor interest leading to a successful acquisition. Amidst the COVID-19 crisis, I initiated a non-profit endeavor supporting startups and SMEs, reaching over 1000 entities and personally mentoring 60 enterprises.
A certified business mentor and consultant, recognized by global organizations like EU-GIMED and EBRD, I'm committed to fostering a collaborative business ecosystem through initiatives like Cairo Business Community.
My expertise spans from strategic planning and brand development to innovative marketing campaigns, consistently exceeding expectations and delivering tangible results.
📩Let's connect and explore opportunities to elevate your business to new heights with a well-established business development, business transformation, and business acumen background.
Ahmed Mokhtar is an Innovation Consultant, connecting the entrepreneurial ecosystem with the corporate world. He focuses on strategic business development, start-up mentorship, and corporate innovation.
He currently manages the corporate innovation program at SODIC. He designs and runs company-wide hackathons to brainstorm and implement ideas that generate revenue and streamline workflows. He also spearheads SODIC’s startup collaboration initiative, nurturing partnerships with accelerators and venture capitalists and implementing startup pilot projects.
As a Startup Mentor and Training Facilitator across EMEA, he also empowers entrepreneurs and collaborates with industry leaders like Microsoft and Falak. He managed Unplugged, the renowned web and app development house, and in 2016, he co-founded Chameleon Coworking, the first coworking space in New Cairo.
He backed up his experience with a Masters degree in Innovation & Entrepreneurship from MIP Politecnico Di Milano (in Italy) and Solvay School of Management and Economics (in Belgium).
Amr Shalan, CEO of TileGreen, embodies a multidisciplinary and goal-oriented approach, fostering business growth through innovative solutions. Forbes has recognized his Startup TileGreen as one of the top 10 Sustainability startups in the Middle East.
A continuous learner and visionary leader, he strives to grow businesses by discovering & and creating new values for businesses and customers.
Equipped with 25+years’ extensive experience in venture building and growth hacking
in multiple sectors, Rasha is motivated to accelerate smart growth, empower women
entrepreneurs and enhance digital innovation strategies for companies. Passionate
about creating impact through technology, policies
● Established executive, proficient in development of data-driven, solution-oriented,
smart and sustainable business growth strategies and innovative business models.
● Entrepreneurial leader with demonstrated capacity for leading a cross-functional
team possessing a strong background in partnership building and business
development with key stakeholders in major organizations, governments,
multinationals, and NGOs in MENA.
● Affluent communicator, and negotiator in deal closing. ● Member in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation committee at AMCHAM, Global
Entrepreneurship Network (GEN), European Business Network (EBN), co-founder and
member at the Women Entrepreneurship Network (WEN)
● Rasha holds a DBA from the Swiss Management Center University focused on “The
entrepreneurial Intentions of Egyptian Youth to startup”. She also holds a Master of
Management of Technology, a Master of Engineering, and a BSc. in civil engineering.
Serial entrepreneur, 11 years of experience in business development,
CEO & Co-founder of Elmawkaa Company LLC one of the best-growing startups in the construction industry in Egypt.
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering and Diploma in Programming from ITI, "6 times founding team member, 5 times I participated in an accelerator and a business incubator, Mentor in three business incubators, Mentored over 100 startups, Twice the head of student activity",
I worked with several businesses as a Product and Growth Manager, providing training and consultation to support their growth.
A Saudi Unicorn(s) builder, a winner of self-made entrepreneur of the year 2021 in Saudi Arabia, with more than 22 years of experience in information technology, research and innovation, and digital transformation. Built himself a unicorn that's the MENA region's leading e-commerce platform "Salla", and an Angel Investor in 5 more MENA Unicorn(s).
Karima El Hakim is the Country Director for Plug & Play in Egypt, the global leader in corporate innovation and one of the top early-stage Venture Capital investors in the world.
Karima's work revolves around ecosystem building, VC investment and startup acceleration/incubation which was duly recognized throughout her previous work at Fawry, Falak Startups and Orascom Development Holding.
She holds a BSc. in Business Administration from the American University in Cairo and a MSc in Market Intelligence and Research from Sciences-Po Paris (IEP).
Significant 20 years’ experience in Investment and Business Development with strong background in Media and Real Estate industries through investment recommendation, business opportunities, sales forecasting and statistical analytics. Developing strategies in addition to involvement in project management and consulting, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate development.
Dr. Nour El-Deen Reda El-Serougy is widely known as the “Eagle of Real Estate” for his active role in Egypt’s and GCC 2030 real estate vision as well as his international efforts in building the bridges of collaboration and trust.
He is Associate Professor of digital transformation, with track of 18 years of entrepreneurship he is the CEO and Founding Partner of Harbor Real Estate ( HRE ) Properties Egypt, and he is one of the leading influential Proptech consultants in the MENA region and managing partner in BB Labs UAE/UK/MENA a fully-fledged digital marketing consultancy specialized in real estate digital transformation.
VP UAE Proptech Council, Member of the FIABCI Emirates Chapter, member of the American Marketing Association, and the Arab Marketing Association, and Member of the Global Ambassadors of Sustainability GAoS.
Moreover he is a faculty member of the renowned authorized real estate institute " Innovation Real Estate Institute Experts " Dubai as well as faculty member of the authorized real estate institute in AbuDhabi by DMT " ThinkProp "
His influence on the real estate market has enabled him to be recognized as an internationally influential real estate marketing consultant in North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.
Moreover, he is an international Real Estate Events Judge, Speaker, Emcee and roundtables moderator with Invest-Gate Digital round table Egypt, Invest-Gate real estate Talks Egypt - Awards International Emcee UAE – Cityscape Egypt speaker 2020 - Cityscape Egypt speaker 2021 – Cityscape Dubai Speaker 2022 – IPS Dubai speaker 2023 - AIM Abu Dhabi 2023 - Ambassador ACRES 2024 - Ambassador IPS 2024 - AIM Abu Dhabi 2024
Mr. Hossam Heiba is an experienced investment banker and direct investment professional with more than 32 years of experience of which 25 years management experience in setting up, managing, negotiating and enhancing direct investments in more than 15 different sectors and industries with international practice standards that involved undertaking different tasks that varied between managing investment companies and assuming operating roles, restructuring activities and companies, developing and executing workable business plans, initiating and developing start up projects and companies in the various sectors and countries
Mr. Heiba assumed several roles in various high profile companies and institutions such as Banking in Misr Iran Investment Bank, Management consultation in Coopers & Lybrand Management Consulting (currently PwC), Government Agencies in the Public Enterprise Office (PEO) - The Privatization Agency of Egypt, Direct investments & Asset Management in Al Ahly for Development & Investment (ADI), Venture Capital as CEO of Investia Venture Capital, Private Equity as Vice President of Egypt Kuwait Holding Co. (Al Kharafi Group) for Energy, Family Office as CIO in Energya Holding (DIFC), Advisory services as Managing Partner of Orbis Capital and Investment, Private Equity as Senior Partner in Beltone Private Equity as well as the Chief Investment Officer of ADI and the Fund Manager of both Bedaya SME Fund & Papyrus Tourism Fund, Non-banking Financial services as the CEO of Basata for SME & Microfinance.
Mr. Heiba was represented as a director/Chairman in several boards of companies such as Post for Investment (PFI) as Vice Chairman & Head of Investment Committee, Holdi Pharma as member in board investment committee, Chairman of El Nasr for Chemical Pharmaceutical Industries, Egyptian Pharma Distribution & Trading Co, EMRC.
Chiara is the co-founder and partner of AGCC. She is a seasoned entrepreneur, advisor, and investor, launching her first tech company in 2008. She is engaged in various
mentorship programs, accelerators, and network organizations (e.g. Aspen Institute, Rotary International).
My name is Mohamed Hesham , CEO Founder of Galaxy Gaming Club , Cosmic Esports , 3BL Esports , working for Gamecentric.io as operation manager , been working for gamershub.me for 2 years as consultant for Esports.
My name is Maram Mohamed, and I am a passionate leader in the business and gaming world. Originally from Cairo, I am currently the CEO of Ladies Arena, a successful company dedicated to empowering women in the esports scene. Additionally, I serve as the Operations Lead at Virtual Quest, a cutting-edge gaming company that constantly pushes boundaries and creates innovative experiences for gamers.
At Ladies Arena, we believe that diversity and empowerment are key components for success, and I am proud to lead a team that embodies these values. As for Virtual Quest, I am constantly inspired by the endless possibilities in the gaming world.
Outside of work, you can find me exploring new places or spending quality time with my loved ones. I believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Passionate and driven gaming enthusiast. With 10+ years of experience in the gaming industry, I seized upon the huge gap in the market and co-founded Gamers Lounge what became one of the leading esports organizations in MENA.
I am the founder of the Board Games Community in Egypt.
Participated in many events including but not limited to the Maker Faire and currently partnering with Arabian Dice.
I was a co-founder of Geek Station, a gaming hub to increase the Tabletop and RPG community.
After the project ended I continued as the board games community builder and supporter.
My main job is Content Manager in a digital Marketing Agency.
Also I am a podcast creator and have an Egyptian podcast named "Turtle and Dragon"
My vision is to increase the board game community, open new opportunities for startups, and advance to global partnerships to build this growing community.
Amin is the Managing Director of Virtual Quest, a gaming and Esports startup based in Egypt since April 2021.
Amin comes from a telecom background, where he has been filling different commercial positions in 5 different markets in the last 21 years in which 17 of them were abroad.
Amin came back to Egypt to launch Virtual Quest with one goal - VQ to become the leading gaming & Esports company in MEA.
Tamer Azer is a Partner at Shorooq Partners. Tamer received his bachelor’s from the University of Toronto and a Masters from the University of Oxford.
Tamer began his career at the forefront of policy making with one of the world’s most influential business designers. He then went on and co-founded several startups working closely with different entrepreneurs for many years. He later joined Fahrenheit 212 as a Senior Innovation Consultant. In 2016, he returned to Egypt to join A15, where he led investments and venture development. In 2019, he went on to join Sawari Ventures as Principal.
With over 13 years of experience in the banking and fintech sectors, Rabie is the founder and CEO of PayMint, a digital platform that enables seamless and secure payments for SMEs. He holds the Associate Retail Banker (ARB1) credential from the Retail Banking Academy, and he have extensive knowledge and skills in prepaid portfolio development, Financial Inclusion, marketing, business development, and digital transformation. He also worked as a business development consultant for multiple companies, He is passionate about empowering his team, creating value for our customers, and driving innovation and growth in the fintech industry.
Mahmoud Hamouda is a visionary leader at Banque Misr, Egypt's second-largest bank. With 19 years of experience in technology, he drives strategic initiatives and leads transformational projects. He holds a Master of Liberal Arts and Management from Harvard University and is passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship.
Mohamed Alwasli PropteX Acceleration Program Manager with about 4 years of experience in Entrepreneurship Programs Management. Currently, Wasli is responsible for the first Proptech acceleration program in the MENA region, focusing on sustainability and building smart cities.
Wasli's primary focus is on building a supportive ecosystem for innovators and entrepreneurs. Throughout his journey, he worked on 9 different programs in different sectors “Proptech & Contech, Logistics Tech, FinTech & FinTech enabled, AgriTech, Social Impact, FemTech, Creative Industry, and Tech-based startups”
PhD, MBA
CEO of Sal7lyy Company 5 years of experience in facilities management and maintenance with 10 years of work in development work for more than one development charitable organization.
during my journey .I help young people and startups learn from each other's journeys through coaching and mentoring.
Meet Hesham ElMetwally, a dynamic Growth Marketing Manager at a top-notch venture capital firm specializing in Edtech!
Hesham is responsible for overseeing the growth and marketing strategies for a portfolio of cutting-edge Edtech companies to develop custom marketing plans that get results.
With 10 years of experience in the marketing field and a commitment to making positive change, Hesham is on a mission to become one of the most impactful marketing gurus in the MENA region.
But wait, there's more! Besides his daily job, Hesham is a savvy business consultant, offering expert advice to SMEs on how to establish internal marketing departments tailored to their specific needs.
Drawing from a rich background in commercial, marketing, and entrepreneurship roles, I currently lead as an Acceleration and Incubation Program Manager. My focus centers on driving innovation and nurturing startup success, aligning with a strong commitment to empowering entrepreneurs within dynamic business environments.
Hossam Ezz Joined Fawry since September 2019 to date, bringing revolutionary and diversified knowledge and revival for the Corporate & Consumer markets. Stated as Chief Executive Officer in FawryPlus, Chief Executive Officer for Fawry FMCG and then Chief Commercial Officer - Enterprise Services – Fawry.
Earlier in 1997, Hossam Ezz started his career in RAYA where he occupied several positions therein Since September 1997 until January 2019, establishing and turning around businesses in FMCG, Consumer Electronics, IT & Telecom industries.
Ms. Zedan is the CEO and Managing Director of Ta’heal for VET Skills Excellence. She has spearheaded various challenging transitional initiatives. She offers over 30 years of experience in the design and delivery of relevant strategic direction based on the active engagement of her beneficiaries and workstream sponsors, throughout the Middle East and Africa. She is recognized for interventions that became embedded within varied bodies, paving the way, through opinion leaders and policy makers, to spread awareness, promote evidence-based reform, and shape public opinion.
With a portfolio exceeding USD500M+, Ms. Zedan is recognized for her bold results-oriented directorship methods that advocate for and ensure the desired return on investment. Throughout her work experience, she has focused on a combination of best practices from various disciplines and has spent the majority of her career in strategic regions around the world, to foster lasting impact using frameworks and processes necessary to create and support system-wide change.
A seasoned leader with over a decade of experience, adept at navigating complex projects across diverse industries in the MENA Region. Skilled in business startups, entrepreneurship, community building, partnerships, and events management. Trusted for my integrity and timely service, I foster strong relationships throughout the ecosystem. Currently thriving in my role as Communications and Partnerships Manager at EdVentures, driving innovation in the edtech landscape.
Bedeir Rizk is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer at PARAGON Developments. An experienced entrepreneur who is passionate about visionary ideas and turning them into reality. Currently, boosting the real estate market in Egypt with innovation and sustainability that will support in providing better work spaces for the community.
Until 2020, Bedeir led the business and commercialization of Qopius, a robotic/Artificial Intelligence startup in France & Germany up until acquisition. He mentors, invests and advises several technology startups in Europe. His past experiences were among advising founders on growth, sales strategies, and innovative product developments.
He worked in Investment Banking at BNP Paribas in Frankfurt, Germany and KPMG Germany from 2014 until 2017. Prior to that, he worked as a research assistant at Siemens Intelligent Robotics Systems research lab in Germany.
Bedeir holds a MSc. in Computer Engineering from Paderborn University in Germany, as well as MSc. in Management from Frankfurt School of Finance and Columbia Business school in New York.
Omar is a fervent advocate for technological innovation, specializing in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning. His professional journey commenced at the German University in Cairo, serving as a Teaching Assistant. This role enabled him to refine his expertise in software engineering, laying the foundation for his subsequent entrepreneurial venture.
In the pursuit of addressing the complexities of the digital marketing landscape, Omar co-founded Aprcot, an AI startup designed to revolutionize the industry. As a pivotal figure in the company, he spearheaded the technology and product development teams, demonstrating exceptional leadership in managing large-scale data, architecting robust software infrastructures, and enhancing machine learning algorithms.
Currently, Omar is advancing his expertise through doctoral research in machine learning at Saarland University, Germany. His academic pursuits are complemented by a solid engineering acumen and a profound interest in the practical applications of AI.
Omar's unique blend of academic rigor, industry experience, and leadership in technology development positions him as a distinguished professional capable of contributing innovatively to the field of AI.
Abdulrahman Esmail is the Co-founder & Head of Operations at AKHDAR, an EdTech startup revolutionizing education with 15-minute short audio content in Arabic. With a background in operations management, Abdulrahman ensures smooth tech and operational processes. Passionate about making a positive impact and building capacity, especially for youth, Abdulrahman is dedicated to empowering the next generation through innovative educational solutions.
Nadeem is a seasoned commercial expert with over 10 years of experience in business development, sales management, and entrepreneurship across multiple industries.
Nadeem has a proven track record of driving SMEs to success through market-driven strategies and sales management. Nadeem is also a Business Development Instructor in ESLSCA, With over 500 training hours and 3,000 trainees.
Deena El-Mahdy is an Associate Professor in the Architectural Engineering Department at the British University in Egypt. She is a co-founder of Cairo Heritage School. She holds BSc, MSc, and PhD degrees from Cairo University, in addition to a postgraduate degree from the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) related to 3D printing with Earth in 2021/2022. Her research interests are digital fabrication processes, 3D printing, robotics, parametric design, computational design, and additive manufacturing techniques in both education and construction. She was awarded many grants and awards as; the BIM Africa award under the category of "Best Woman in African Construction" in 2023, and shortlisted in the Tamayouz award in the category of "Rising Star, women in Architecture and Construction" in 2018 and 2019.
Seif is a seasoned professional with over 9 years of extensive experience in Marketing Management and brand building across diverse sectors including Financial, NGOs, and FMCG. He has held pivotal roles in organizations within the MENA region, significantly contributing to the development of communication strategies and the effective management of communication channels. His journey includes serving as the Deputy Marketing Manager at Caveo Global in Kuwait and as the Head of Digital Marketing at BGCOM, managing accounts for prominent corporates such as Giza Systems and NVIDIA. Currently, Seif holds the position of Senior Program Officer at Flat6labs, actively involved in program management, sourcing, and providing support to startups. His efforts have been instrumental in fostering relationships within the entrepreneurial community, successfully attracting over 850 startup applications. Seif's contributions extend to managing multiple programs, including a pioneering Construction-Technology accelerator with a unique investment component. Over his 4-year journey at Flat6labs, he actively participated in the management of the Flat6labs Cairo Flagship Seed Program and led two acceleration programs featuring multiple tracks in Govtech and AgriTech. In addition to his professional achievements, Seif has recently launched a dynamic podcast tailored to support aspiring entrepreneurs. Focused on providing inspiration drawn from renowned experts and well-established entrepreneurs, the podcast serves as a valuable resource for those embarking on their entrepreneurial journey. Furthermore, Seif has served as a consultant in numerous government entrepreneurship projects, spanning across Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Leveraging his expertise, he has contributed to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems and driving economic growth in these regions.
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Mrs. Hanan ElrihanyBoard Member of Elsewedy Electric Foundation, CEO of ElSewedy Technical Academy-STA &
CEO of ElSewedy Education of Technology-ED TECH, Egypt
Biography
Hanan M. Elrihany is a dynamic manager with more than 20 years of experience
in the education sector with a great passion for human and social development
projects. Before joining ElSewedy Group Hanan leaded and directed the
Education Sector of Misr El Kheir Foundation (MEK) for more than 7 years, by
establishing the First Technical College in Egypt in partnership with China, the
“Egyptian Chinese College for Applied Technology-ECCAT” at Suez Canal
University. Currently, Hanan is the CEO of “ElSewedy Technical Academy-STA”, which have four
branches across Egypt. Hanan has been initiating Education for Employment (EFE) program with the
Ministry of Education & Technical Education through partnerships with Sawiris Foundation, EGT
Academy, TVETII, GIZ, and ILO. Also, Hanan is the CEO of ElSewedy Education of Technology (ED TECH)
which aims to establish many Private Technological Universities across Egypt, the First University will be
“ElSewedy University of Technology-SUT” in collaboration with the Indian Leading University “Amity
University in Dubai”
Hey there, I'm Ahmed Zakareya!
I'm a bit of a jack-of-all-trades in the creative world. With a background in mechanical engineering, I've found my true passion in storytelling, content creation, and event hosting. You could say I'm a professional daydreamer!
From interviewing esports stars to hosting major tournaments, I've had the opportunity to dive headfirst into the exciting world of gaming and entertainment. But it's not all about pixels and screens for me. I'm a die-hard reader and gamer at heart, and there's nothing I love more than getting lost in the intricate worlds of literature and virtual adventures. Dungeons and Dragons is my jam – whether I'm rolling the dice or crafting epic sagas as a Dungeon Master, it's where my imagination truly comes alive.
Over the years, I've been fortunate enough to work with some incredible gaming publishers and build thriving communities and fandoms around shared passions. I've even dabbled in storytelling myself, with a few published short stories under my belt.
But the adventure doesn't stop there! I recently founded "Arabian Dice," a company and community dedicated to all things Dungeons and Dragons and Fantasy. It's a place where fellow adventurers can come together, unleash their creativity, and embark on unforgettable journeys.
Heba El Dessouky is heading the Hospitality Development at City Edge Developments- with the most diverse portfolio of hospitality projects across Egypt. Previously Heba was heading the Interior Design department at EMAAR MISR -a well-known real estate developer in the Middle East and North Africa- for over 15 years & supervised the development of several lifestyle communities across residential, commercial & hospitality products.
Heba at an early stage has established several interior architecture units in several consulting firms, including Dar Handasah and ECG.
Driven from her belief that an interior architect should experiment their own ideas with high integrity, responsiveness,artistic and technical ability as well as sustainable responsibility,
Heba obtained her Ph.D. In 2020 titled:
“Setting an evaluation tool for lowering energy expenditure and increasing human well-being in the interior renovation process of office buildings in Egypt”, her mindset sets parameters to solve complex design problems that tackles energy expenditure to promote innovation & well being in the built environment with optimal values & energy rates.
Heba has been selected one of the Top 50 Most Influential Women in Egypt for the year 2022.
In addition to her current role, she has spoken at several conferences and career summits about real estate, interior design, and energy savings, as well as design challenges.
Heba is also a certified Career Coach from International Coaching Federation USA (ICF) and a member of the AUC architecture department advisory board in Cairo.
Adel Heikal is a growth and marketing professional with over 9 years of experience in driving digital growth across diverse sectors including FMCG, Fintech, Technology, and Pharmaceuticals. Currently, he holds the position of Performance & Measurment Marketing Manager for Unilever North Africa, Levent, and Iraq, where he oversees the digital media campaigns for the company's brands, including E-commerce and brand campaigns. Prior to this role, he worked for Sympl building the company's digital marketing department and capabilities.
I am a passionate and experienced gamification entrepreneur with a strong understanding of the gamification market. I am the founder of AL-Arcade, a startup that provides gamification solutions to businesses of all sizes. I am committed to helping businesses improve their engagement, productivity, and profitability through gamification.
H. Saleh currently is the chairman of the Information Technology Institute "ITI", which is the main training affiliate of the Egyptian Ministry of Communications and Information Technology. ITI’s mission is the human cadres development to actively participate in the Egyptian ICT sector and the international market as a result of extensive experience in the field of human capacity building and development.
H. Saleh received her Bachelor degree in Engineering from Cairo University by 1996 and earned her Master degree in computer science from the University of Louisville, USA, also her PhD from the University of Sunderland in the United Kingdom by 2014.
For more than 30 years of successful professional life, and being a key contributor in the field of human capacity building and development,She played a pivotal role in the development, formulation and implementation of several national strategies for human capacity building and development in ICT sector.
At the African level, She is one of the first sector leaders that sought to joint strategic cooperation with African countries through the establishment of a mutual partnership in the framework of the preparation and qualification of human resources and development of the African government capacity.
H. Saleh is a member of the Egyptian computer science committee, the Supreme Council of Egyptian Universities.
On the other level, H. Saleh published numerous research and scientific publications in the field of business intelligence and data mining practices focusing on the capacity-building field and it models.
As the CEO of Agritech company Crop2Cash, Michael Ogundare utilises his strong background in Software Engineering to pave the way for accessible formal financing for farmers. His dedication towards eradicating poverty is fueled by innovative solutions geared at prosperity creation for the base of the pyramid. Through Crop2Cash, he has positively impacted nearly half a million smallholder farmers in Nigeria. This has put the company on the radar of organisations like Google and Paypal.
Authoring international journal papers on the intersection of technology and agriculture, Michael has been recognized as a fellow by notable Fellowship programs like Acumen West Africa, Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance, Westerwelle Young Founders Fellowship and Halcyon fellowship. These fellowships have played a pivotal role in shaping his leadership prowess, orientation, and philosophy.
An advocate for a balanced life, Michael enjoys his free time by immersing himself in anime, horror movies, and consuming research papers, when not relentlessly building Crop2Cash. An ardent football fan, he passionately supports Europe's best - Chelsea, never missing an opportunity to witness their mesmerising performances. A staunch believer in vision and hard work, Michael positions himself as a dynamic, result-driven leader, seamlessly communicating his objectives and goals.
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