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H.E. Amr Talaat
  • H.E. Amr Talaat
  • Minister of Communic..
  • Minister of Communications and Information Technology
  • Egypt
  • Amr Talaat has been appointed the Minister of Communications and Information

    Technology since June 2018, to the Cabinet of the Prime Minister Dr. MostafaMadbouly.

    Talaat possesses over 30 years of solid experience in communications and information technology areas, with a wide experience in developing and implementing strategies across a vast spectrum of activities in Egypt.

    Talaat joined IBM-Egypt in August 1988 and held various managerial positions. On May 23 rd , 2010, Amr Talaat held the position of the Country General Manager of IBM, and also served as IBM Egypt Territory Manager since 2005.

    He held various managerial positions within IBM Egypt including Business Partner Organization (BPO) Manager as well as Systems and Technology Group Manager.

    During his tenure, his scope transcended financial goals to strategic and operational elements such as building human capital, fortifying customer loyalty, corporate social responsibility and employees’ Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

    He also sought to establish relationships with key officials and executives of various sectors, both at the national and international levels, to attract major investments, and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) deals.

    In addition, Talaat was an adjunct professor at Cairo University; teaching marketing and & sales strategies and tactics, organizational behavior and strategic management. He was, also, an honorary member at the ICT Board at Cairo University and member of the ICT Board of the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT) and the Chairman of ICT Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham).

    Talaat graduated in 1983 from the Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, completing his undergraduate studies in Electrical Engineering at Cairo University.

    He earned his PhD or doctorate of Business Administration (DBA) from the University of Paris - Paris School of Business (PSB) and Masters of Science in Computer Science from Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT), in addition to an MBA from Paris ESLSCA Business School, France.

H.E. Ambassador Håkan Emsgård
  • H.E. Ambassador Håkan Emsgård
  • Swedish Ambassador i..
  • Swedish Ambassador in Egypt
  • Swedish Ambassador i..
  • Swedish Ambassador in Egypt
  • Sweden

Mr. Ahmed El Wakil
  • Mr. Ahmed El Wakil
  • President
  • President
  • AlexCham, FEDCOC, UA..
  • AlexCham, FEDCOC, UACCIAP & ASCAME
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed M. El Wakil was elected President of ASCAME during the General Assembly of the Association, held on 22 November 2017 in Barcelona, Spain.

    The President of ASCAME is elected by the Executive Committee and approved by the General Assembly. The President ensures that the decisions taken by the General Meeting, Executive Committee and Bureau are implemented and its term of office lasts for two years and may be renewed once for a consecutive period.

Eng. Khalil Hassan Khalil
  • Eng. Khalil Hassan Khalil
  • Chairman
  • Chairman
  • DETGD-FEDCOC
  • DETGD-FEDCOC
  • egypt
  • Public Office

    ·      Chairman, IT General Division, Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (ITFEDCOC), since 2001

    ·      Board Member, Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce (FEDCOC), 2015-2019

    ·      Chairman, IT Division, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, 1992-2006

    ·      Board Member, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce, 2002-2015

    ·      Board Member, Food Industries Chamber, Federation of the Egyptian Industries (FEI), 1986

    ·      Head of Development Committee, FEDCOC

    ·      Member of the Head Committee, PC4Egypt

    ·      Member of the IPR Head Committee

    Private Business

     

    ·      Charmai,Masjidco Computer center since 1986

    ·      Chairman, Winner Trade for Imports and Agencies since 1996

    ·      Managing Director, Winner Brands since 2015

    Major Public Activities

    ·      e-Alexandria Project for eradicating digital illiteracy in Alexandria

    ·      PC4EachHome National Initiative with Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT)

    ·      Economic GIS Project, Alexandria Chamber of Commerce   

    ·      Articulation of Tax system for the IT industry

    ·      Tanweer National Initiative with Ministry of Education (MoE), for availing technology for Educators and Students 

    ·      Tawteen Initiative for Retailer

Mohammed  Al Rasbi
  • Mohammed Al Rasbi
  • Founder & GP
  • Founder & GP
  • R&D Capital & Labs
  • R&D Capital & Labs
  • Oman
  • Mohammed Al Rasbi is a leading Omani entrepreneur with a rich history in the IT sector since 2003. His expertise has driven significant digital initiatives in Oman.

    At Oman Technology Fund, Mohammed has invested and accelerated the growth of over 140 startups in the Middle East.

    Currently, he manages a portfolio of 90 startups with the Fund and leads R&D Labs and is setting up R&D Capital, aiming to boost early-stage startups in the global arena. 

    He collaborates with both public and private sectors to enhance regional startup ecosystem. A George Washington University graduate in Mechanical Engineering.

Mohamed Abouelnaga
  • Mohamed Abouelnaga
  • Co-founder & Chairma..
  • Co-founder & Chairman
  • Exits Mena
  • Exits Mena
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Abouelnaga " Nagaty” is an emerging markets' venture builder, investor, and tech- entrepreneur with 15 years of experience in tech-entrepreneurship. He is currently Executive Chairman of Exits the first fintech investment banking platform in the region and founder and CEO of " pie" the leading " M and A" advisory for startups firm in Egypt and the former the Co-Founder/CEO of KLIVVR (Egypt’s first digital agent banking platform), Co-Founder of Halan, Halan is Africa's largest super app and Egypt's most funded app in 2020 according to Forbes middle east, and most funded 2020/2021/2022. Partner/Co-founder in CashCows (largest early-stage startup catalyst in Egypt), Mumerz and pr and gov. Relations Advisor in Disruptech ventures (largest fintech fund in Egypt). Prior to Co- Founding Halan. Nagaty served as Regional Director at Careem, the Middle East's number one ride hailing application recently acquired by Uber for more than $3 billion. He also sits on the board of several Tech companies inlcuding Koinz, Robusta, Waffarha, Checkme and an angel investor in multiple tech startups including Gameball, Sharwa, Sokna, Gameya and many others Earlier. Nagaty, started his career at Fawry in account management and business development since 2012 till headed the BD (Fawry was the first tech-company to ipo in egypt reached 2B usd val in public markets) as well as starting Egypt's first food and beverage fund in 2010 and exiting it in 2015. 

Magnus Rehn
  • Magnus Rehn
  • Business coach, Mana..
  • Business coach, Management Consultant, Investor, Chairman
  • Sting
  • Sting
  • Sweden
  • Magnus brings more than 15 years of experience in the sustainability field, having coached over 50 startups. He launched Stockholm Cleantech Venture Day, held from 2007 to 2012 and initiated Sweden Sustaintech Venture Day in 2019 still active. With over 25 years of prior business experience, Magnus has served in various roles including co-founder and CEO of TagMaster AB, a global company specializing in RFID technology. His previous expertise spans across marketing, sales, and CEO positions in industries such as banking technology, telecom, smart manufacturing, technology trading, security, and software solutions. With extensive international exposure in Europe, North America, and Asia, particularly in China, India, and Japan, Magnus is an active investor and currently holds the chairmanship positions at Reliefed AB, iPercept AB, Biorestore AB and Building Global Innovators SA, Portugal as well as being a board member of Ignitia AB with operations in Africa and Latin America.

Ahmed Adel
  • Ahmed Adel
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Cardoo
  • Cardoo
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Adel is the visionary Founder and CEO of CardoO, a leading IoT and consumer electronics brand revolutionizing smart living in the MENA region. With over a decade of experience in the tech sector, Ahmed has positioned CardoO as a key player in making innovative, affordable technology accessible to the middle class in emerging markets. Recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 innovator, he combines a strong background in computer science, quality control, and full-stack development with an MBA, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen.
    
    Under Ahmed’s leadership, CardoO has rapidly grown, launching successful products like smartwatches, earbuds, and other IoT devices tailored to regional needs. He has secured significant funding, formed strategic partnerships, and driven CardoO’s expansion efforts, making it the go-to brand for localized tech solutions in the MENA market.
    
    Ahmed is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology to solve regional challenges, and he actively contributes to the tech ecosystem as a mentor, speaker, and thought leader. His commitment to innovation, customer-centric design, and market-specific solutions continues to inspire the next generation of tech entrepreneurs in the MENA region.

Carole Moawad
  • Carole Moawad
  • CEO M’OISHÎ
  • CEO M’OISHÎ
  • M’OISHÎ
  • M’OISHÎ
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Carole graduated from Saint Joseph’s University (Lebanon) in 2009 with a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and went ahead to pursue her master’s degree in Industrial Technology and a second master’s degree in Business and Health Management from Université Denis Diederot (Paris). Having worked across renowned institutions within the UAE, like PwC, and Munich Re the thought of launching her very own mochi ice cream café struck Carole in 2016, during a holiday back home, in Beirut.

    It was during her visit to Beirut that Carole tried the mochi ice creams for the first time ever at a Japanese restaurant, and instantly fell in love with everything about it – the flavour, the play of textures and the concept of transforming a traditional mochi cake into a unique dessert. It was after her delightful first encounter with the Japanese delicacy (and because of her love and passion for food) that she decided to launch her very own mochi ice cream café in the city, that would be the UAE’s first (and continues to be the only) local mochi ice cream manufacturers in the UAE. It was after her delightful first encounter with the Japanese delicacy (and because of her love and passion for food) that she decided to launch her very own mochi ice cream café in the city, that would be the UAE’s first (and continues to be the only) local mochi ice cream manufacturers in the UAE.

    Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Egypt, and soon to expand into the rest of the GCC and Europe. In Egypt, M’OISHÎ now has 14 shops in Cairo and soon to expand to the rest of Egypt. In addition, a supermarket brand was recently launched, Yumochi, as the more affordable mochi ice cream offering.

    The brand further extended its reach into supermarkets with a new product line called Yumochi, making mochi ice cream more accessible to a broader audience. Carole’s vision is to make M’OISHÎ a global leader in Japanese confectionery.


Yehia Houry
  • Yehia Houry
  • Chief Programs Offic..
  • Chief Programs Officer
  • Flat6labs
  • Flat6labs
  • Lebanon
  • Yehia Houry Chief Programs Officer Flat6Labs Chief Programs Officer at Flat6Labs, a regional startup accelerator and VC fund that fosters and invests in entrepreneurs with cutting-edge ideas. Yehia has 15 years of experience building and leading teams, with a particular expertise in venture capital investment and startup entrepreneur support, focused on technology-driven solutions primarily in emerging markets. Proven track record in business development and fundraising, policy advisor to multiple public sector stakeholders, and board member to several high-growth startups. Yehia leads on the process and the operations of Flat6Labs programs, designing and implementing an effective business strategy to position the company as a market leader internationally. He oversees the acceleration process of portfolio companies funded by Flat6Labs’ seed funds. Yehia is also responsible for establishing and driving the overall vision, leadership and strategy for Flat6Labs, in collaboration with the CEO and CIO. Prior to joining Flat6Labs in 2017, Yehia was leading tech-driven initiatives for youth employability & entrepreneurship at a regional MENA organization. He held various roles in non-governmental, research, and multilateral organizations in Africa and Asia before joining the World Bank. He advised a large-scale health-tech company in India with the Acumen Fund and managed business strategy at a startup in Jordan. Yehia holds a BSc in Computer Science from McGill University in Montreal and a Masters in International Affairs from Columbia University in New York.

Alaa Ezz
  • Alaa Ezz
  • Secretary General
  • Secretary General
  • FEDCOC/CEEBA
  • FEDCOC/CEEBA
  • egypt
  • Dr. Ezz has worked in the development fields for over 25 years during which he designed and implemented tens of projects and established several companies in the Mediterranean region


    Presently he is the First Under Secretary of State and Secretary General of the Federation of Egyptian Chambers of Commerce, the Confederation of Egyptian European Business Associations “CEEBA”, and the Union of African Chambers “UACCIAP”; the executive board member of the Med-Alliance, the Association of Mediterranean Chambers "ASCAME"; the coordinator of Union of Mediterranean Employers Federations "BusinessMed"; and managing editor of Environment Today &  Economy Today.

Mohamed ElSabban
  • Mohamed ElSabban
  • Chief Innovation & S..
  • Chief Innovation & Strategic Ventures
  • Banque Misr
  • Banque Misr
  • Egypt

Laura  Jardine Paterson
  • Laura Jardine Paterson
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • CONCAT Tech
  • CONCAT Tech
  • Lebanon
  • Nominated for Forbes 30 Under 30 and featured in the World Economic Forum, Laura is a 2 x solo female founder, having bootstrapped and built through revenue both of her businesses. CONCAT Tech is an award winning design and development company run by refugee and female developers since 2021. Then in 2024, Laura founded CONCAT Recruit, the new go-to tech talent community in the Middle East with over 300 developers. CONCAT Recruit works with leading businesses in the UAE and beyond and links them to the best, untapped developers in the Middle East. 

    As a tech enthusiast, Laura has been invited to speak / participate at all of the world’s leading tech events from London Tech Week to STEP in Dubai. She is at the forefront of linking marginalised tech talent in the Middle East to corporates around the world. She regularly breaks down stereotypes surrounding women and refugees in the Middle East as well, and has helped more than 300 refugees into employment from Palestine, Syria and Lebanon through CONCAT’s network.

    Laura is a mentor and trainer for many leading accelerators and programmes such as Hub71, Numo and others. Focussing on helping elevate founders personal brands and how to build successful communities around businesses.


Ahmed Zeinhom
  • Ahmed Zeinhom
  • COO
  • COO
  • Invia
  • Invia
  • Egypt
  • An investment professional with more than 19 years of proven track record in investment management and innovative SME financing.  


    Committed to nurturing the growth of small businesses. With a strong financial background and a strong belief in the power of entrepreneurship, specializes in providing tailored financial solutions to small businesses.


    At INVIA we work closely with business owners, offering strategic advice and funding to fuel their need for expansion . Beyond just providing capital, we serve as a mentor and guide, helping entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of scaling their businesses. Our mission is to empower small businesses to thrive, driving economic growth and fostering innovation within local manufacturers.


Muhammad Nagi
  • Muhammad Nagi
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • WRK+
  • WRK+
  • Egypt
  • Muhammad Nagi, the Managing Director of WRK+; a brand that stands at the forefront of workspace innovation through MQR and The GrEEK Campus. A true believer in collaboration and how working together can build exceptions. In 2012, founded MQR (formerly AlMaqarr) to become Egypt's fastest growing workspace operator. A year later, co-founded JRNY (formerly ElRe7la); an entrepreneurial platform that provides an extraordinary out-of-office experience for leaders and disrupters. Then co-founded Dots in 2016; a tool that enhances productivity and maintains discipline all year long. In 2023, merged MQR with The GrEEK Campus to form a seamless comprehensive offering of workspace solutions that caters to entrepreneurs—from small-scale beginnings in shared spaces to accommodating full-size teams. A few months after, and as the continuation of the merger, launched WRK+ as the centralized master brand to establish the largest member community of entrepreneurs in the MENA region with flexible workspace solutions.

Mathew Neff
  • Mathew Neff
  • Chief Product Office..
  • Chief Product Officer
  • Snoonu
  • Snoonu
  • Qatar
  • Matthew Neff is the Chief Product Officer at Snoonu. Matthew brings over 15 years of experience in product and technology management. He has led high-growth global product and data teams at companies such as SkipTheDishes, JustEatTakeaway, and Rappi.

Sherif Bichara
  • Sherif Bichara
  • Cofounder
  • Cofounder
  • Flapkap
  • Flapkap
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Sherif Bichara is a Co-Founder at FlapKap, a startup with over $37 million in funding that is leveraging data to address the $170 billion financing gap in the region. Prior to FlapKap, Sherif worked at Helios Investment Partners, the largest private equity fund focused on investing in Africa, as an Investment Associate. At Helios, Sherif worked across multiple countries, including Nigeria, Kenya, Morocco, South Africa, and Egypt, as well as across different verticals such as renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and fintech. Sherif started his career at Lazard’s Software M&A team, where he worked closely with leading software and private equity firms to advise them on their buy and sell-side strategies.

Neveen El Tahri
  • Neveen El Tahri
  • Chairperson
  • Chairperson
  • Delta Shield
  • Delta Shield
  • Egypt
  • Graduated from faculty of Economics & Political science, Cairo University and is an alumna of London Business School and Harvard Business School. Joined Commercial Int’l Bank (previously Chase National Bank of Egypt) in 1980 to ultimately head the Petroleum, Tourism & Electronic corporate banking divisions. With the revival of the Egyptian Capital Market in 1994 moved into the entrepreneurial space establishing Delta Brokerage, ABN AMRO Delta Asset Management 1997, Nuun Fund Services 2008, Upper Egypt Leasing 2009 and Delta Financial Investments 2007 which was to focus on incubating SME's; all of these were either fully or partially divested by 2011. Currently chairperson of Delta Shield for Investment, an organization founded after the 2011 revolution to focus on youth, entrepreneurship & SME activities that enhance growth and employment. Delta Shield span off it’s Incubator and Accelerator management to "Delta Inspire" to manage the newly established fund company “138 Pyramids” targeting Egyptian start-ups & early stage companies. The first woman to sit on the board of the Egyptian Stock Exchange and the Egyptian Financial Supervisory Authority, El-Tahri was twice named by the Financial Times as one of the leading businesswomen in the Arab world, won various awards; locally for her contribution to the Egyptian investment environment and internationally for her economic empowerment of women. She is the country representative of the Royal Bank of Scotland, sat on several private- and public-sector boards, such as Banque Misr, Telecom Egypt, Mobinil (France Telecom’s local operator), General Authority for Investments, Egyptian American Enterprise Fund, Regina for Pasta & Food Industries, Egyptian Arab Land Bank, Egyptian Mortgage guarantee Fund, Egyptian Railway Projects & Transport Co., EGID, Arab Moltaqa Investments and Cairo Oil & Soap and. Neveen is involved with numerous non-profit & professional associations (INJAZ Egypt, Endeavor, CEO & YPO/WPO).

Ahmed Eid
  • Ahmed Eid
  • investment Manager
  • investment Manager
  • TechStars
  • TechStars
  • Egypt
  • Entrepreneur turned VC. With 15+ years of experience with tech startups, Ahmed is an expert in building exceptional B2B sales teams, products people love, and win-win partnerships. He is currently the investment manager at Techstars, the world’s most active pre-seed investor. Prior to Techstars, he’s been part of the 500 Global Sanabil Fund and Egypt's Wuzzuf.com Ahmed is on a mission to help founders succeed. his work has impacted hundreds of founders across the region.

Jeffery Potvin
  • Jeffery Potvin
  • Founder & CEO, GP
  • Founder & CEO, GP
  • SupportersFund / OPN..
  • SupportersFund / OPN / Hardboot Inc
  • Canada
  • Jeffery Potvin is an investor in ESG, climate, and green tech, with close to 100 companies in his portfolio and nearly 10 successful exits, including Flow (public), Enthusiast Gaming, and Rover (sold). A global traveler to 100 countries, he is also a property investor managing 15 doors.

    As the founder of Hardboot, OPN, and general partner of the Supporters Fund, Jeffery is currently raising a $50 million USD third fund, focusing on the regenerative and circular economy. He has hosted 171 podcasts, engaging with investors from around the world.


Abdelrahman Abdelmoneim
  • Abdelrahman Abdelmoneim
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Skylinedooh
  • Skylinedooh
  • United States
  • Abdelrahman Abdelmoneim is a Technical Founder, Entrepreneur, and Software Engineer. As the founder of SkylineDOOH, A digital marketplace for outdoor advertising with budget-friendly analytics, Abdelrahman is transforming how businesses approach outdoor advertising by providing a data-driven platform that simplifies campaign management.


    With experience working in an innovation lab at a Fortune 500 company in the USA, Abdelrahman brings a wealth of expertise in developing cutting-edge software solutions. His skills span data engineering and full-stack development, enabling him to build scalable, user-centric systems that solve real-world business challenges.


    As a Software Engineer, Abdelrahman is recognized for assessing business needs and architecting streamlined solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity. His experience in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings allows him to create products that balance technical sophistication with market demands.


    Abdelrahman’s entrepreneurial journey is driven by his vision of disrupting traditional industries with technology. His work with SkylineDOOH reflects his commitment to innovation, from building the MVP to scaling the platform across multiple markets. He excels in guiding technical teams, managing product development, and fostering collaboration, while focusing on business growth and customer satisfaction.


    In addition to his technical and entrepreneurial accomplishments, Abdelrahman holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan. This strong academic foundation, combined with his real-world experience, positions him as a leader who is both technically proficient and strategic in his approach to problem-solving and business development.


Karim Helal
  • Karim Helal
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • ProTenders
  • ProTenders
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Karim Helal is a successful entrepreneur, mentor and angel investor, having been involved in the Entrepreneurship ecosystem for over 15 years.

    As the Founder and CEO of ProTenders, the leading ConstructionTech platform in the MENA region, Karim has helped streamline the way 30,000 companies working in the Construction Industry get found, connect, source new opportunities and manage over $50B worth of bids - all while being bootstrapped.

    Karim has also been an ardent member of the UAE Entrepreneurial scene by actively mentoring in over 50 startups, including at incubators & accelerators such as Seed Startup, Startup Weekend, Flat6Labs and Founders Institute.

    He was recently named as on the Top 50 Construction Tech Entrepreneurs by US-based Builtworlds.


Wael Aburida
  • Wael Aburida
  • CEO & Managing Partn..
  • CEO & Managing Partner
  • Fikra AI Venture Stu..
  • Fikra AI Venture Studio
  • United Arab Emirates
  • Wael began his career as an early member of the Intel Capital team in California, where he led investments, acquisitions, and divestitures across North America, Europe, and Asia. After Intel, he moved to the UAE to join Waha Capital, where he built and led the investment team, playing a key role in transforming the company into a global investment powerhouse. Wael continued his investment career at PineBridge Investments, a New York-based asset management firm with over $150 billion in assets under management. As a founding team member and Chief Investment Officer for the Middle East, he built and led the private equity and real estate investment teams. He then launched Halo Investments, a UAE-based multifamily office, and co-founded W3BCLOUD in 2018. Under his leadership, the company expanded across three continents with over 150,000 servers for high-performance compute workloads, raising over $110 million. He exited the company in 2024 to launch Fikra AI. Throughout his career, Wael has deployed upwards of $4 billion across more than 100 companies worldwide and has served as a board member for over 30 companies and funds. He holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.

Karim Othman
  • Karim Othman
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • Global Chains
  • Global Chains
  • Egypt
  • Karim Othman has over a decade of experience in entrepreneurship and supply chain management, with a strong background in leading ventures across logistics, food, real estate, and sports management sectors. He holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship and Business Management from UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia and a Project Management diploma from The American University in Cairo, complemented by a certification in corporate governance.

    As the leader of Global Chains, Karim spearheads a dynamic team focused on revolutionizing fleet operations, logistics, and supply chain efficiencies through innovative solutions. His role as Vice Chairman of the Entrepreneurship Committee at the Egyptian Junior Business Association reflects his dedication to nurturing the growth of startups and SMEs in Egypt, fostering an ecosystem where innovation and smart business practices collaborate and thrive.


    Karim's career is driven by a passion for innovation and excellence. He is committed to discovering and leveraging new business opportunities, optimizing decision-making processes, and contributing to the sustainable development of the industries he engages with.

Fady Ismaeel
  • Fady Ismaeel
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • AGX Consultant
  • AGX Consultant
  • Egypt
  • With twenty years in ICT and a Doctorate in Business Administration, my journey across public and private sectors fuels my expertise in digital transformation, project management, and governance. As an agile transformation expert and arbitrator, I use my comprehensive knowledge to champion strategic innovation and success, establishing myself as an impactful expert within Egypt's and the GCC's dynamic business landscapes


Aly Taha
  • Aly Taha
  • Managing Partner
  • Managing Partner
  • Memphis Capital
  • Memphis Capital
  • Egypt
  • Aly is an experienced ambidextrous leader with 16 years of experience in managing capital investments in the Energy industry. He kicked off his career with leadership roles as a VP in AIESEC, the second largest NGO in the world before receiving his masters in project management from HAN University in the Netherlands. He worked for Shell across several businesses, assets and geographies where he managed operations of budgets up to $500m and organisations of 10,000 workforce. He has experienced leadership roles in new business development, setting up new organisations, governance and leading business transformations, specifically on leading turnarounds, strategy, restructuring and operational optimisation. He has also worked closely with governments and major investors; including World Bank and ECA’s on key capital investments. Aly was selected from the top 100 young professionals in the Netherlands for 3 years in a row (2010, 2011 and 2012), and he is passionate about business improvements, people leadership and development. He has recently earned his second masters as Executive MBA from London Business School and Columbia Business School.

Hassan Mansi
  • Hassan Mansi
  • Chief Operating Offi..
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Horizons Tech Ventur..
  • Horizons Tech Venture
  • Egypt
  • Hassan Mansi, is an entrepreneur who co-founded training and consultancy firms in Egypt and UAE; coming from an engineering and business background, he managed several organizational development projects using the Lean Six Sigma methodology as well as organizational restructure for a wide variety of clients, featuring financial institutions, across different countries in the region. He earned his MSc in Technology Commercialization from McCombs School of Business - Austin, Texas and he holds a Bsc in Industrial Engineering & Management from Arab Academy For Science & Technology. He led and deployed acceleration programs throughout the globe in partnership with lead ecosystems players and key private sector partners. His previous previous roles yielded an engagement with more than 12K participants across 81 events through 14 different cities across the region, with an online engagement that reached more than 27M users. He led acceleration program that received around 6K applications and accelerated more than 200 startups, while delivering 3400+ hours of training, coaching and mentorship. In addition 18 grants to social impact startups at the acceleration stage with the value of around $440K. The accelerated startups have been able to secure follow-on- funds of around $40M while generating revenues of more than $32M.

Hani W. Naguib
  • Hani W. Naguib
  • Author, Speaker, Men..
  • Author, Speaker, Mentor
  • HNT
  • HNT
  • Egypt
  • Hani W. Naguib is an avid Evidence-Based Entrepreneurship advocate and author of the highly anticipated new book titled Mindset To Startup. With an MBA from the prestigious SDA Bocconi school of management and 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.

Loay	El shawarby
  • Loay El shawarby
  • Principal
  • Principal
  • El Shawarby Attorney..
  • El Shawarby Attorneys at Law
  • egypt
  • PRINCIPAL: El-Shawarby, Attorneys-at-Law. Practicing in the areas of start-up structuring, governance, pre-growth and growth venture finance; venture capital funds; law and technology; corporate, and mergers and acquisitions; joint venture agreements; international business transactions; international trade agreements – antidumping, subsidies, safeguards and countervailing measures; and competition laws. Angel Investor – Solo; Member, Cairo Angels; Co-founder, Alexandria Angels Network; Co-founder, Mediterranean Angels. Investee companies: Abu Erdan, Nebras Technology, Jinni, Untap Compete, Eventtus, Barek, Contrato, Techne Summit, Alex Angels, the Alex Fund, Mediterranean Angels, Ordera, the Doodle Factory, Voo, Startup Manager, GoMuseum – (Denmark), MayDay, Almaqarr, Teegara, Elegant Build, among others. Vice Chairman, Egypt Fintech Association - 2019 to present. Previously: Chairman of the Board at the Nahdet Elmahrousa NGO, 2009 – 2016; President, Foreign Lawyers at Georgetown (FLAG), 2003 – 2004. Education: LL.M., International and Comparative Law, the Georgetown University Law Centre, Washington, D.C. – 2004; LL.B., Cairo University Faculty of Law – 2000; Graduate Diploma, Islamic Jurisprudence, the American University in Cairo; B.A., Political Science and (minor in) European World History, the American University in Cairo, Cairo – 1994.

Amr Fawzi
  • Amr Fawzi
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • GoodsMart
  • GoodsMart
  • Egypt
  • Amr, born in Egypt, studied Mechanical Engineering, ERP systems, and database analysis. He worked with multiple companies across 15+ countries, which broadened his perspective and introduced him to diverse cultures. Settling in Egypt, Amr founded GoodsMart, aiming to simplify the daily hassle of grocery shopping. His attention to detail, calm approach in crises, and decisive nature have been key to his success.


John Saad
  • John Saad
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • AIM Technologies
  • AIM Technologies
  • Egypt
  • John Saad is a seasoned executive with in-depth industry expertise in telecom and ICT. John is the CEO & Co-Founder of AIM Technologies.

    With more than 15 years of regional experience, John Saad boasts a track record of accomplishment; advancing to Executive Committee level in integral commercial and marketing leadership roles for telecoms leader Vodafone, and latterly Mobily in the MENA region. John held several C-level roles in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, UAE and Qatar. He also led several turn-arounds and launches in the region, with extensive experience in pre-launch/launch phases and fund-raising. 

    John also played an integral role in shaping and delivering transformational change programs, business plans, consumer marketing strategies and proposals, which delivered market share growth, competitive advantage and profit uplift amidst aggressive competition.

    John holds an BA from the American university in Cairo in Mass Communication with a specialization in Integrated Marketing and a minor in Economics.


Ahmed Gaballah
  • Ahmed Gaballah
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • SOKNA
  • SOKNA
  • United States
  • An Alexandria native, Ahmed Gaballah graduated from the American University in Cairo in 2005 with a degree in computer science and a minor in business administration. He moved to California and joined Google as a Product Manager after graduation and paved the way for Google’s early Arabic enabled products. In 2010, Gaballah joined Adobe where he spent four years working on the company’s strategic growth in the Middle Eastern, North African, Indian, and Turkish markets. From there, he moved on to Facebook where he led the social media giant’s expansion into the Asian market and the development of key products targeting user engagement, content, and overall growth for five years. Gaballah made the decision to move to Cairo in 2019 in order to launch SOKNA and transform the Egyptian funeral industry.

Amir Hassan
  • Amir Hassan
  • Digital Marketing &..
  • Digital Marketing & eCommerce Leader
  • Philips
  • Philips
  • Egypt
  • With over 15 years of experience leading digital marketing across the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa, Amir is a visionary in the fields of AI & digital transformation, content marketing and marketing automation. Amir has a proven track record of elevating brands to new heights, leveraging innovative strategies that integrate data, media, performance marketing, and customer relationship management (CRM).


Mohamed Ihab
  • Mohamed Ihab
  • Investment Associate
  • Investment Associate
  • AUC Angels
  • AUC Angels
  • Egypt

Ahmed Hassan Kenawy
  • Ahmed Hassan Kenawy
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Sal7lyy - صلحلي
  • Sal7lyy - صلحلي
  • Egypt
  • 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.


Akram Eladwy
  • Akram Eladwy
  • Community Platform M..
  • Community Platform Manager
  • VC4A
  • VC4A
  • Egypt
  • Akram worked across ecosystems on a mission to develop and guide entrepreneurs. He joined VC4A on the quest to support startups, entrepreneurs and programs. He has engaged with over 1000 startups in different sectors providing mentorship, accessibility, and training. Started as a young entrepreneur, Akram founded 3 ventures, worked with Flat6labs, GIZ, IFC, DEG, ABAN and many more.

Tarek Wael
  • Tarek Wael
  • Executive Coach & Pe..
  • Executive Coach & Personal Branding Strategist
  • Grow as you Go
  • Grow as you Go
  • Egypt
  • Tarek is a Career Coach & Personal Branding Strategist - Positive Psychology Coach - Talent Development Expert- Dynamic Leadership Development Consultant who dreams to Grow and help others; Grow as they Go. He is the 1st Arab and Egyptian to join the stage with Global Gurus and International Thought Leaders as: Ken Blanchard, Marshall GoldSmith, Gretchen Rubin, Patrick Lencioni during one of the Biggest International Summits: World Business and Executive Coaching Summit (WBECS).  

    In 2017, Tarek founded "Grow as you Go" to boost the personal and professional growth of fellow humans.

    Tarek has served as a project advisor and consultant for Organization and Leadership Development projects with high level governmental entities including: The Prime Minister’s Office of the UAE.

    He brings solid experience in corporate sales in some of the top 10 Pharma Multinationals. As well as his work as Marketing Supervisor with some of the Fortune 100’s including Global FMCGs and Tech. Giants. He was also selected as one of the Executive coaches serving the Leaders of the INC 5000, the fastest growing companies in the US chosen by Inc Magazine.

medhat yassin
  • medhat yassin
  • Vice Chairman
  • Vice Chairman
  • Mori International
  • Mori International
  • Egypt
  • 29 years of brand building, development and transformation. Worked with more than 400 brands. Serial Entrepreneur, Business Transformation consultant Founder of Cairo Business Community and Business Bullets and Business Combo.

Margreet Magdi
  • Margreet Magdi
  • Co-founder and Board..
  • Co-founder and Board Member
  • Youth Entrepreneurs..
  • Youth Entrepreneurs Network
  • Egypt
  • Margreet Magdy is a prominent figure in the startup development field. As Co-founder of the Youth Entrepreneurs Network and Head of Partnerships at Exits MENA, she plays a key role in fostering young talent and driving business growth. Margreet's 13+ years of experience have seen her work closely with over 5000 entrepreneurs, offering guidance and support across various sectors. 

    A passionate advocate for women entrepreneurs and gender equity, Margreet is a certified Egyptian equity seal auditor, ensuring fairness within the entrepreneurial landscape. Based in Cairo, she collaborates remotely with regional organizations, extending her influence beyond her local community. 

    Margreet's leadership is evident in her management of six EU-funded projects worth €40 million, contributing significantly to robust startup ecosystems. She is committed to building sustainable entrepreneurial environments, actively participating in round tables, conferences, and research projects. Her dedication is further reflected in the various support programs she's developed and implemented, including capacity-building initiatives, boot camps, and matchmaking events, empowering aspiring entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge to succeed.

    Beyond her professional accomplishments, Margreet is a skilled networker, fostering connections and creating synergies among individuals in her vast network. She identifies mutual interests and complementary skills, facilitating collaborations and support among like-minded individuals.


Abdelghaffar Ismail
  • Abdelghaffar Ismail
  • CPO
  • CPO
  • A-eye tech
  • A-eye tech
  • Egypt
  • Abdelghaffar Ismail. Founder and Chief of products officer at A-eye Tech Manages Ai products for high profile companies and banks.  A-eye Tech was founded in 2018 and secured 2 investment rounds in Egypt and Ireland.  AUC Venture Lab Alumni Computer Engineering, Cairo University.

Ahella El Saban
  • Ahella El Saban
  • Co-founder and Execu..
  • Co-founder and Executive Vice President
  • Exits MENA
  • Exits MENA
  • Egypt
  • Ahella El Saban is currently Co-founder/ Vice Executive Chairman of Exits, an investment banking platform that offers buyers, Sellers’s and intermediaries access to an online and offline deal making system for Fundraising, Mergers and acquisitions. Ahella has years of experience in tech, marketing, consumer behaviour and startup/ SME investment readiness. Previously, Ahella founded a Market Research and customized training business -Lumas, that partnered with multiple international, regional and local entities like Google, TikTok, the ILO, Ministry of Investment of Egypt (GAFI), which she helped to disseminate national programs that help youth, entrepreneurs and SME's digitally transform their businesses. Today, Lumas has already reached over 150,000 individuals trained and 14+ research projects related to consumer online behavioural studies completed. Before Lumas, Ahella worked at Google MENA. She was responsible for managing projects that help businesses in digital transformation and leading tech-based research programs that help uncover consumer behavioural insights, assisting global brands in transforming their storytelling and advertising strategies to impact growth indicators. During her time, she was also responsible for working with startups and small and medium businesses to help them become digitally ready, build their pathway to investment readiness, and develop tech-related products that helped reach users across the MENA region.  Ahella also has years of academic experience teaching consumer behavioural studies and marketing. She has an MA  from Durham University in consumer behaviour and marketing and is currently a PhD researcher on consumer behaviour. She specializes in helping startups and businesses elevate and create sellable stories for their companies to present to potential investors or buyers locally or globally. She has also completed multiple degrees, including the CXO Academy program by Google and INSEAD.


Yasmine Nagaty
  • Yasmine Nagaty
  • Chief Operations Off..
  • Chief Operations Officer
  • El Gameya
  • El Gameya
  • Egypt
  • Yasmine has over 10 years of experience managing teams and programs. She is currently the Chief Operations Officer (COO) at ElGameya, where she oversees the collection, customer service, risk, back office, tech, and product departments, ensuring smooth operations and that customer needs are met.

    Before joining ElGameya, Yasmine was the Acceleration Manager at AUC Venture Lab, Egypt's first university-based startup accelerator and a leading program in Africa and the MENA region. There, she worked with over 300 companies, helping them launch and grow their businesses.

    This experience gave Yasmine deep insight into Egypt's startup scene and the challenges entrepreneurs face in accessing finance, managing operations, and scaling growth. She also developed a strong understanding of the needs of early-stage startups and how to accelerate their success.

Seif Bahgat
  • Seif Bahgat
  • Senior Program Offic..
  • Senior Program Officer
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Seif is an accomplished professional with over 10 years of experience in Wealth Management, Finance, Marketing, Media Production, Project Management, and Program Management. He has been instrumental in leading and shaping several high-impact programs. Currently, Seif manages the first-ever Govtech Program in Egypt, showcasing his ability to drive innovation in the public sector. He has also successfully designed and managed a range of other programs, including Makers, focused on Construction Technology; Ebtekar, dedicated to Agri-tech; and Intilaaqah by Shell, centered on Sustainability.

    Seif’s role extends beyond program management to building strong relationships with Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) and Corporates, ensuring the success and sustainability of these initiatives. His extensive experience and diverse skill set make him a key player in his field, with a strong reputation for managing and designing programs that make a meaningful impact.


Soha ELbaklawy
  • Soha ELbaklawy
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • Businessita
  • Businessita
  • Egypt
  • An Entrepreneur | A Psychology in Business consultant | A Strategy & Social Entrepreneurship advisor | A Women Empowerment Expert| A jury | A Board Member I A Director | A Mentor | A Trainer | A DBA holder | Multiple  award winner nationally & internationally | Top 50 influential women “22.

Hassaan Mahdy
  • Hassaan Mahdy
  • Communication & Part..
  • Communication & Partnerships manager
  • EdVentures
  • EdVentures
  • Egypt
  • Eng. Hassaan is a seasoned leader with over a decade of experience, adept at navigating complex projects across diverse industries in the MENA region. With a strong focus on business startups, entrepreneurship, community building, partnerships, and event management, he has become a trusted figure known for integrity and timely service. Currently, as the Communications and Partnerships Manager at EdVentures, he is driving innovation within the EdTech landscape, fostering strong relationships across the ecosystem, and mentoring startups to help them grow and succeed in an increasingly competitive market.

Sandra Farid
  • Sandra Farid
  • CEO and Founder Acum..
  • CEO and Founder Acumen Consulting
  • Acumen
  • Acumen
  • Egypt
  • Sandra Farid is the Founder and CEO of Acumen Consulting , Egypt’s first boutique management consulting firm. She also served as the Economic Advisor to the Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities from 2020-2023 . She earned a dual B.A. in Economics and Business Administration from the American University in Cairo in 2010 and later completed an M.A. in Middle Eastern Economics from Philipps-Universität in Germany in 2013. 

    With over 12 years of professional experience, Sandra has established herself as an expert in Management Consulting, Financial Planning, and Economic Policy in Egypt and the broader Middle East. She has successfully led multidisciplinary projects across a diverse range of sectors, including strategy development, strategy implementation, Project Management Office setups, organizational development, financial planning, and business planning. Sandra also has a strong connection to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt, having trained and mentored more than 400 entrepreneurs through various acceleration and incubation programs in Egypt. Her extensive experience spans both public and private sector projects, with a focus on industries such as agribusiness, financial services and fintech, manufacturing, real estate, tourism, education, healthcare, and labor market development.

Yassir EL ISMAILI EL IDRISSI
  • Yassir EL ISMAILI EL IDRISSI
  • Managing Partner
  • Managing Partner
  • 1MORETHING VENTURES
  • 1MORETHING VENTURES
  • Egypt
  • French-Moroccan serial entrepreneurs and business angel with extensive experience in Africa and the Middle East. Founder of 1MoreThing Ventures, a venture Studio cobuilding AI B2B startups together with outstanding founders from Africa and the Middle East.

Mai Gamal
  • Mai Gamal
  • Google for Startups..
  • Google for Startups Accelerator for MENA Mentor and Marketing and Branding Expert
  • YEN
  • YEN
  • Egypt
  • Mai Gamal is a seasoned marketing and communication professional with over 12 years of extensive experience in the field. With a strong background in marketing, Mai has honed her skills through various roles, including a significant tenure at the Ministry of Telecommunications for six years. She has collaborated with renowned multinational corporations such as Vodafone, WHO, UN COP27 (USAID), and Intel Corp., where she made impactful contributions. In addition to her corporate experience, Mai has also dedicated herself to mentoring and coaching aspiring entrepreneurs and businesses. She served as a professional mentor for prestigious organizations such as The World Bank's Wefi program, Afrilabs, Women Entrepreneurship Network, GIZ SAIS Germany, Entrepernelle, Startups WithoutBorders, VC4Africa, and Eslesca Incubator. Her guidance has helped numerous startups and entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of the business world. Moreover, Mai has shared her expertise as a professional trainer in social media and digital marketing for TDRA (UAE) and AUC School of Continuing Education (SCE). She has also provided consultancy services for Hatla2ee App, specializing in LinkedIn Marketing, and Giza Systems, focusing on Internal Communications. Mai's passion for empowering others and her wealth of knowledge make her an invaluable asset in the marketing and communication industry.

Mohamed Wafeeq
  • Mohamed Wafeeq
  • Partner & COO
  • Partner & COO
  • Multiples Start-up A..
  • Multiples Start-up Advisory
  • Egypt

Mahmoud Qolqala
  • Mahmoud Qolqala
  • funder
  • funder
  • Mentoring platform C..
  • Mentoring platform Co.
  • Egypt
  • With over 15 years of extensive and diverse industry experience, I am a seasoned marketing professional who excels in marketing research, sales, advertising, digital marketing, marketing management, and mentoring. Throughout my career, I have achieved success and fueled growth across a wide range of sectors, including information technology, furniture, education, real estate, advertising services, software solutions, restaurants, cosmetics, pharma, and investment. As a dedicated marketing mentor, I have collaborated with more than 100 local and international companies, successfully delivering over 100 diverse projects. I take pride in having founded two business correction and mentoring companies, utilizing my expertise to guide companies, individuals, startups, and university students. Backed by a strong management background and an American Marketing Institute-accredited marketing certificate, I am committed to attaining my goal of becoming the youngest and most skilled marketing mentor in the Arab world by the age of 40.

    I am also an author, having written "Marketing Note" guides and published over 200 articles on marketing, showcasing my knowledge and thought leadership in the field. With a track record of conducting over 250 marketing mentoring groups and working with more than 2,500 individuals, I firmly believe in the power of experiential mentoring and teamwork for effective skill development. My career is driven by a mission to transfer experience and foster direct engagement, recognizing it as a fundamental catalyst for marketing success. Let's connect and explore opportunities to collaborate on innovative marketing initiatives! mahmoudqolqala.com

Mostafa Gamrah
  • Mostafa Gamrah
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • MediaSci
  • MediaSci
  • Egypt
  • Mostafa Gamrah is an accomplished entrepreneur and engineer who has built successful start-ups and opened new markets in the Middle East. He graduated from the American University in Cairo in 1987 with a degree in engineering. With over 12 years of experience working with NCR/AT&T in various roles across the region, including National Marketing Manager for NCR/AT&T Egypt and General Manager for AT&T Oman and Qatar, Mostafa has a proven track record of building start-ups and opening markets for them. He then founded TechnoFann company, which produced popular shows like Mo3’amreen khamssa and Essam wel mesba7. He also founded TechnoWireless, the largest wireless application service provider in the Middle East, specializing in value-added services . Mostafa has also written two books of poetry and drama for M5 animation and many articles in print media and on the web. He believes that our fair share of innovation and untapped reservoir of fantasy have not yet been discovered. Mostafa has created a creative process for both work and art.

    You can find more information about Mostafa’s work at these websites:

    www.bigbrotheranalytics.com

    www.technowireless.me

Mohamed Kholief
  • Mohamed Kholief
  • Sr Innovation and St..
  • Sr Innovation and Strategy Consultant
  • Integrated Knowledge..
  • Integrated Knowledge Dynamics
  • Egypt
  • Dr. Mohamed Kholief is a senior consultant specialising in innovation, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and strategy. With a profound foundation in agile methodologies and various certifications (EFQM, COBIT, ITIL), he has extensively contributed to digital advancements across diverse sectors, particularly government, startups, manufacturing, cultural and financial sectors. As a board member and lecturer, Dr. Kholief influences digital culture and transformation on national and international platforms. His impactful work includes leading strategic initiatives in Egypt and the Middle East, enhancing digital ecosystems and fostering international tech collaborations. Experience with international organisations like the UNDP, USAID, and GIZ underscores his ability to navigate and lead complex projects on a global scale. His academic credentials include a DBA from the Maastricht School of Management, enhancing his leadership in digital transformation strategies.


Karim Wassim
  • Karim Wassim
  • Senior Project Manag..
  • Senior Project Manager and Consultant
  • Majid AlFuttaim Glob..
  • Majid AlFuttaim Global Solutions
  • Egypt
  • Experienced Project Manager with a Master’s degree (MBA) focused in International Business. With over 12 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, I have successfully managed numerous complex Network and IT projects within multinational organizations such as Vodafone and Orange. I’m currently leading the Project Management Office (PMO) in Majid AL Futtaim Global Solutions reporting directly to the VP of Transformation and Customer Excellence.


Nada Eid
  • Nada Eid
  • Senior Investment Ma..
  • Senior Investment Manager
  • Egypt Value Capital..
  • Egypt Value Capital Company
  • Egypt
  • Nada is a Senior Investment Manager at EVCC, with 15 years’ experience performing full financial & operational assessment to determine the proper plan for distressed company, proposing a financial structure whether equity or debt, conducting sensitivity & stress analysis. She is also experienced in due diligence, portfolio company valuation & deal execution. 

    Having 14 years’ experience in the academic field, she taught various courses in finance & investment specialization and is a published scholar on in international peer-reviewed-journals in the field of Finance, Investment & Political Economy. Furthermore, she tailored & conducted training courses in the same area to factories & companies in different governates in Egypt. 

    Accompanied with her academic experience Nada was working as an access to finance & training expert at IMC preparing financial model for distressed companies, performing financial consultation to companies and more importantly performing feasibility studies to companies planning new projects or expanding in their production line. 

    Nada’s experienced in managing relations with different parties such as portfolio companies, consultants, banks, leasing companies, asset evaluators and others.

Basem Elewa
  • Basem Elewa
  • Shariah Auditor & Za..
  • Shariah Auditor & Zakat Accountant
  • Shariah audit
  • Shariah audit
  • Egypt
  • Sharia Auditor & Corporate Zakat Trainer| Islamic Finance Consultant |Reviewing contracts legally and financially for companies, banks &insurance companies|15+Years Exper Helping Businesses Achieve Sharia Compliance


Emad Kattara
  • Emad Kattara
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Banker's Lounge
  • Banker's Lounge
  • Egypt
  • "📍26 years of experience in the banking sector, starting from 'Barclays Bank, Arab African International Bank, and Bank Audi.' Holds a Master's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Customer Service from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport. 12 years of experience in training at the Egyptian Banking Institute, affiliated with the Central Bank. Chairman and founder of the Banker's Lounge Academy. Also an economist, journalist, and broadcaster, with numerous articles and interviews with leading banking experts and economists."


Ahmad Eldabaa
  • Ahmad Eldabaa
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Ajax Training & Cons..
  • Ajax Training & Consulting
  • Egypt
  • Engineer Ahmad  is a Co-founder and Chief Business Officer of  (ANF Al-Ahram For Non-Woven Fabrics) . The first Spunlace Non Woven Fabrics Manufacturer in Africa and the Middle East. 

    Ahmad also is the Consulting director of Ajax Training and Consulting Company specializing in Consulting, Project Management. Where he helped a wide range of companies in Egypt & Gulf to reduce their losses and improve productivity.

    Ahmad is also a Certified Positive Psychology Coach from International Coaching Federation (ICF).

    Ahmad delivers training at the The American University in Cairo (AUC) in Project Management also in The Canadian International College School of Business, teaching a variety of programs and courses covering topics in Management, Marketing, and Personal Development. 

    Ahmad held various roles in Operations Management and Projects Management. He worked as Projects Manager for Procter & Gamble Dry Laundry, Home Care, and Warehousing Projects. Before that, he was a manufacturing leader for P&G Egypt Dry Laundry Packing lines. 

    Ahmad Co-founded Spark Egypt Training Agency and was its Marketing director. 

    His Engineering background is that he is a Telecommunications Engineer graduated from the Faculty of Engineering - Alexandria University. 

    Ahmad is a to go person in the field of public speaking and storytelling, where he helped numerous individuals and professionals to hack their speeches and deliver stunning speeches. Helped CEOs and Senior Managers as well as startup owners. He is an expert in this.

    Ahmad is a certified Advanced Trainer from City College Oxford - UK with 14+ years of experience as professional Trainer & Consultant in the Fields of Soft Skills & Business Skills, raising the capabilities of individuals and organizations to its maximum.


Manal Youssef
  • Manal Youssef
  • Regional Head of Pub..
  • Regional Head of Public Relations and Communications
  • Jumia Group
  • Jumia Group
  • Egypt
  • Manal Youssef is one of Egypt's pioneer women in the area of entrepreneurship, start-ups, and e-commerce businesses. She accumulated experiences in several fields such as pharmaceuticals, hospitality, and FMCG throughout the years. As soon as she graduated from IGCSE then the Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University in 2007, she went to work in the field of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. 

    Ever so eager to learn and widen her horizon, Manal foresaw the growing importance of the internet and e-commerce in daily life, it is at that point that she decided to shift her career to work at one of the pioneering companies in both Egypt and Africa, Jumia, which officially entered the Egyptian market in 2012.

    Manal quickly rose to her current leadership position as Head of Public Relations and Communications at Jumia Egypt.

    Through her time with Jumia, Manal has led several local initiatives related to small projects and the development of entrepreneurs and handicraft owners, which was positively reflected on many companies, translating to increased customers interest and demand for local products manufactured by Egyptian hands. One such initiative was the success in devising a project idea to export Egyptian products to African countries through the Jumia's e-commerce platform, which had a very positive impact on project owners and also a positive impact on many people in  the African market. 

    Manal contributed through her accumulated experiences to raising awareness and educating those using the Internet about the importance of e-commerce and the positive impact it can have on the lives of citizens and what its potential in contributing to the national economy and contribution to improving the GDP.


Ahmad Zalat
  • Ahmad Zalat
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • UVAII Venture Studio
  • UVAII Venture Studio
  • Egypt
  • Serial Entrepreneur | Business Designer | Market Launcher

    Ahmad Zalat is a visionary entrepreneur with over 17 years of experience in innovation, strategic planning, and market introduction. As the CEO of Tahdir Information Technology Company, Ahmad has consistently driven transformational growth and efficiency across various industries. He is renowned for his ability to craft future-ready strategies that align with business objectives and market demands.

    Ahmad’s career is marked by significant achievements, including guiding over 200 startups in the MENA region, completing 20+ successful investment rounds, and earning the title of Best Entrepreneur of 2023 by Al-Watan. He has played pivotal roles in several high-profile ventures, such as co-founding Stint in Egypt and the USA, and leading UVAII Tech’s expansion in Egypt and Bahrain. His strategic acumen extends to advisory roles, where he has mentored and consulted for numerous startups, focusing on idea evaluation, financial modeling, pitch decks, and market launch strategies.

    With a solid educational background that includes a Bachelor's in Engineering from Cairo University, an MBA, and a Doctorate in Entrepreneurship from IBSS, Denmark, Ahmad is also a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt from AUC, underscoring his commitment to operational excellence.

    Ahmad's leadership has been instrumental in reengineering business models, driving marketing and sales growth, and establishing strategic partnerships. His roles as a Jury Member for the Startup World Cup and board positions in companies like Boon Arabia and Kora Bora reflect his deep commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

    In every endeavor, Ahmad Zalat combines his extensive knowledge, strategic foresight, and passion for entrepreneurship to deliver exceptional results, making him a key figure in the business world.


Dalia Sharaf
  • Dalia Sharaf
  • Director of Research..
  • Director of Research and Analytics
  • AAST- Entrepreneursh..
  • AAST- Entrepreneurship Center
  • Egypt
  • Dalia Sharaf, PhD, MSc, Finance and Investments


    Dalia Sharaf is currently the Director of Applied Research and Analytics at the Entrepreneurship Center at AASTMT, which gives her hands-on experience with startups and the entrepreneurship ecosystem. She also mentors startups of different stages in pitching, in addition to early stage startups in finance and overall business. She is also conducts trainings for startups and corporates. 

    Additionally, Dalia is an Associate Professor who specializes in Finance. She has taught a wide range of Finance Courses to undergraduate and postgraduate students for the past 14 years. She is currently an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of London at AASTMT under the Academic Direction of the London School of Economics and Political Science. She is also teaching postgraduate finance courses at Cardiff Metropolitan University. 

    Dalia earned her PhD in Finance from DeMontfort University (UK), specializing in Venture Capital Funding and Entrepreneurship. 

    Dalia is also the founder of the Training of Trainers Program launched in collaboration between University of London at AAST and the Egyptian Exchange (EGX), in effort to spread financial literacy to youth in Egypt. This program was awarded by EGX as the most active and effective financial literacy program in Egypt in 2023. She is also the head and founder of the CFA Ambassador Program at the University of London, which is a program that prepares students from the beginning of the university years to prepare for the CFA research challenge and the CFA mindset. This involves setting curriculum and supervising trainers to deliver them in different areas of financial analysis and valuation. Dalia is also a faculty advisor to the CFA Research Challenge Team. 

    Dalia’s long teaching career in Finance and her passion for entrepreneurship support is surely to yet have a great impact on the start-up scene.


Hazem Rasmy
  • Hazem Rasmy
  • Entrepreneur
  • Entrepreneur
  • Hi Gama3a Comms
  • Hi Gama3a Comms
  • Egypt
  • Early Hustles & Career Glow-Up

    Hazem kicked off his career as a telemarketer, showing off his epic skills in talking and selling.  He quickly climbed the ladder, becoming an account exec and producer, mastering the art of management and creativity. His career kept soaring as he became a creative executive, perfecting his content creation, branding, and marketing game. 

    Entrepreneurial Vibes

    Not just a corporate dude, Hazem’s got that entrepreneurial spirit! In 2015, he co-founded BÖWE - Middle East, proving he’s got what it takes to dive into new markets and crush it.  He’s also into cool tech like digital twins, always thinking ahead and innovating. 

    Leadership Goals

    As the Managing Director, Hazem leads a squad of talented artists, photographers, videographers, and editors. His leadership style? All about commitment, precision, dedication, and creativity, making work fun and productive. 

    Content Creation & Digital Wiz

    Hazem’s a pro at content creation, digital marketing, social media, and brand showcasing. His company offers everything from digital marketing strategies to social media campaigns and epic content for all platforms. 

    🎙️ Podcast King

    Hazem is super into podcasting, hosting shows with entrepreneurs, successful folks, and startups in prop-tech, lifestyle, and design. His podcasts are the go-to for industry insights, interviews, and chill discussions. 🎧🎤

    🎨 Creative Soul & Personal Passions

    Outside of work, Hazem’s a jack-of-all-trades: modeling, acting, singing, and all kinds of adventurous sports. 🌟 He loves cooking (especially Asian and gourmet cuisine) and traveling, adding a personal flair to his creative lifestyle. 🌏🍣

    🌟 Future Dreams

    Looking ahead, Hazem’s all about expanding his horizons and teaming up with big-name multinational companies. His ambition and vision for the future are just next level. 

    Follow Hazem’s journey as he blends creativity, entrepreneurship, and leadership into an inspiring story of success and innovation!


Amr Kawashti
  • Amr Kawashti
  • Cofounder & Managing..
  • Cofounder & Managing Partner
  • In Your Shoe
  • In Your Shoe
  • Egypt
  • A 27 year old Entrepreneur with an experience in areas within Fashion, Ecommerce, Growth Hacking & Online Identity.

    Co-founder & Managing Partner at In Your Shoe, a direct to consumer brand focusing on creating colorful & statement fashion items allowing people to express who they’re.

Ahmed Rashad
  • Ahmed Rashad
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Business بالعربي
  • Business بالعربي
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Rashad is a transformation & change management consultant, and executive coach. He is also a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and Think Marketing Magazine; And founder of Business Bel Arabi podcast. Ahmed helps fast growing organizations and leaders unlock their growth potential by leading organizational change, and executing their strategies throughout the organization, and develop leadership capabilities. Ahmed's focus is helping Senior leaders in Mid-size, and large organizations businesses kick their growth initiatives in high gear by having a leading change & transformation strategy, clear communication plans, and sound leadership to sustain continuous growth.

    Ahmed has extensive experience in the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices, Manufacturing, healthcare, ERP Systems, E-commerce companies, Software & Digital Transformation companies, Both on the operational and commercial side in the United States, North Africa and the Middle East.

    Ahmed holds a Bachelor and Master degree in Plastic and Biomedical Specialization Engineering from the University of Massachusetts, has multiple certifications in General Management and Leadership. Has dual citizenship American and Egyptian

hossam Ezz
  • hossam Ezz
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Fawry Plus/ FMCG
  • Fawry Plus/ FMCG
  • Egypt
  • Hossam Ezz – Biography


    Chief Commercial Officer - Enterprise Services – Fawry


    CEO Fawry FMCG


    CEO FawryPlus.


    Experience

    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.


Ahmed Sabri ElShanawany
  • Ahmed Sabri ElShanawany
  • Director Product man..
  • Director Product management
  • Mastercard
  • Mastercard
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed comes across with + 21 years of combined experiences between banking & telco industries with Commercial International Bank (CIB) as head of digital products & Orange Egypt as Head of mobile money setting related strategies in serving corporate and retail segments by developing a customer centric approach grounded in business realities, to deliver digital services that are relevant, affordable and accessible to the end user and penetrate the un-banked segments. While Ahmed was head of Financial Inclusion @ Arab bank (Egypt) to establish a new department and to set the strategic objectives to reach to new target segment with having significant experience in digital payments along with a wide knowledge in establishing payments propositions, processes, partnerships and awareness of the wider payments market including alternative payments, wallets, mobile payments, and act as an industry expert from being exposed to the best practices to always meet customer expectations.

Samer Gharabeih
  • Samer Gharabeih
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • Mylerz
  • Mylerz
  • Egypt
  • Samer Gharaibeh: Is the founder and CEO of www.mylerz.com, a last-mile delivery and fulfillment innovation company with branches in north Africa & Jordan. A last mile technology startup, Mylerz was born with its own state-of-the-art platform, own Fleet and Fulfillment Centers, delivers with unprecedented service that fills today’s voids and is fully equipped with all the tools needed to cater for the logistics of tomorrow, a technology driven company centralizes its focus around a service that is merchant and consumer centric, aiming to move the offline shopping experience to customers doorstep.

    former Chief Executive Officer in Africa for www.aramex.com, from 1996-2019. He expanded Aramex operations in the African continent, was an active member of the Aramex's Global Management Team, offers an extensive knowledge of the logistics and transportation industry, and a deep understanding of current and future markets trends. 

    Completed several executive development and management programs including a Master of Science in International Transport and Logistics and completed, executive development and management programs from the Business School of Wharton University of Pennsylvania, USA, and Singularity University at NASA. Gharaibeh is a finance graduate from the faculty of Economy and Administrative Science Yaromouk University in Jordan.

    Also actively involved in community and NGO work in Egypt and African countries, serves as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees at Ruwwad Al-Tanmeya Egypt, a mentor at Endeavor Egypt, served on the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt as committee Chairman and, serves on the Advisory Board CxO Forum, AUC School of Business, Member of the board of the Egyptian Clothing Bank


Heba Alashry
  • Heba Alashry
  • Deputy Director
  • Deputy Director
  • AAST Entrepreneurshi..
  • AAST Entrepreneurship Center
  • Egypt
  • Heba Co-founded and serves as the Deputy Director at the AAST Entrepreneurship Center, alongside her role as a marketing and entrepreneurship lecturer at the College of Business Administration within the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport, University of Hull, and University of Cardiff. Previously, she led as the Head of Operations and Digital Marketing at the AAST Strategic Marketing Center. Heba is recognized as a Certified Trainer in Entrepreneurship by Babson College and a certified mentor by Universitas Ciputra Surabaya. She is also a proud alumnus of the International Visitors Leadership Program. Holding a Master's Degree in Digital Marketing from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport, she is now pursuing a Ph.D. focusing on AI-enabled Digital Marketing for Startups. Heba's expertise extends to providing consultation and mentorship in entrepreneurship, marketing communication, and social media marketing. Additionally, she has been actively involved in civil work and currently holds the position of CEO at ElAbrar orphanage, which cares for 30 girls aged 19-25.

Mahmoud Hamouda
  • Mahmoud Hamouda
  • Head of Strategic In..
  • Head of Strategic Initiatives
  • Banque Misr
  • Banque Misr
  • Egypt
  • Mahmoud Hamouda is a visionary and dynamic leader who drives strategic initiatives at Banque Misr, Egypt's second-largest bank, as the head of strategic initiatives. With over 19 years of experience in the technology industry, he combines his technical and business acumen to identify new market and growth opportunities, craft go-to-market strategies, and lead transformational projects. He holds a  Master of Liberal Arts and Management from Harvard University.


    Mahmoud is passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship and has been instrumental in introducing the start-up community to cutting-edge technology through the Dell for Entrepreneurs program in Egypt, which he has led since 2014. As a Harvard Business Review Advisory Council member, he contributes to the global discourse on management and leadership. He has received multiple awards and patents for his creative and impactful ideas, such as a centralized employee data analytics IoT platform and a machine learning technique for detecting physical anomalies in a computing environment.


Youssef Kamal
  • Youssef Kamal
  • Director of Data
  • Director of Data
  • ADVA
  • ADVA
  • Egypt
  • Youssef Kamal is a dynamic data and AI innovator with over five years of experience leading high-performance teams in fintech, e-commerce, and supply chain sectors. Currently serving as the Director of Data at @advaegypt and an AI Tutor at @udacity, Youssef is passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence for healthcare and social impact. He founded the People of Data community, connecting over 1,500 AI engineers and data scientists. With three master's degrees and pursuing a fourth in AI, Youssef combines academic excellence with practical expertise. As a consultant for startups and SMEs, he drives data-driven transformation across industries. Committed to empowering the next generation of data scientists in the MENA region and beyond, Youssef continues to push the boundaries of what's possible with data and AI.


Ezz Damak
  • Ezz Damak
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Damak
  • Damak
  • Egypt
  • Ezz Damak is a regionally awarded brand strategist, recognized internationally for his expertise and holding an academic foundation from Bayes Business School, London. As the principal of DAMAK, he directs a consultancy known for its cohesive and strategic collaborations with its success partners. Ezz has worked with more than 50 brands from Multinational companies like Cocacola to Egyptian brands like Tabali. Leveraging a dynamic network of researchers, strategists, and creatives, Ezz's leadership fosters the creation of robust brand presences that endure and form the cornerstone of market-leading brands.


Taha Gazaz
  • Taha Gazaz
  • Business Development..
  • Business Development Manager
  • RasMal
  • RasMal
  • Egypt
  • Taha Gazzaz joined RasMal in 2022 as a Business Developer, tasked with establishing the company's presence in the Egyptian Startup Ecosystem. He played a key role in forging strategic partnerships with prominent entities such as MINT, Acasia Group, Dar Ventures, MQR, The Greek Campus, Arewqah, and others. Prior to RasMal, Taha served as a Business Analyst at Glint Ventures, contributing to their Fund 1 activities, with a focus on Iqraaly and Darwinz AI.Taha is a graduate of the British University in Egypt, where he earned his bachelor's degree in Business Administration, with a major in Accounting & Finance.


Mohamed ELkhateeb
  • Mohamed ELkhateeb
  • Co-founder and COO
  • Co-founder and COO
  • Seqoon
  • Seqoon
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed El Khatieb is a mechanical engineer who Co-Founded Seqoon and took on the COO role. Before starting Seqoon, Mohamed attained a Master's Degree from the University of Cambridge in Industrial Systems, Manufacture, and Management. This is where he began working in the operations and consulting fields. While he was there, Mohamed worked with UK companies on developing their market penetration strategy, shopfloor optimization, adoption of lean principles, and new equipment investment justifications. Recognized by Forbes 30 under 30 and now with Seqoon, he’s on a mission to democratize real estate ownership globally.


Ahmed Assem
  • Ahmed Assem
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • conic engineering co..
  • conic engineering consultancy
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed graduated with a BSc in Architecture from Helwan University in 2001. He gained invaluable experience in various key positions within leading architecture, real estate development, and communication firms. This led to his decision to specialize in managing a consultancy office.

    In 2014, he founded ICONIC Engineering Consultancy to showcase his unique vision for engineering services, known for its modern style and practical designs. Under his leadership, the company has gained widespread recognition in the Middle East for its innovative public buildings, especially office space designs. In 2021, his achievement of the LEED Gold Certificate for the Schneider Electric HQ building demonstrated the company's unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental studies.

Sally El-Akkad
  • Sally El-Akkad
  • President
  • President
  • Abjjad
  • Abjjad
  • Egypt
  • Meet Dr. Sally Elakkad, the dynamic president of Abjjad Ltd. She’s not just setting the strategic direction—she’s redefining it. With a laser focus on innovation and high performance, Sally oversees business operations, driving Abjjad towards its most ambitious goals yet.


    A Legacy of Excellence

    Before joining Abjjad, Dr. Sally Elakkad spent nearly two decades making waves in multinational corporations. Specializing in marketing and e-commerce, she consistently delivered results that were nothing short of transformative. Sally has a knack for enhancing online sales, optimizing customer experiences, and executing successful digital and integrated marketing campaigns. Her expertise has sparked significant growth and success across various industries, proving time and again that she’s a force to be reckoned with.


    The Architect of High-Performing Teams

    Sally is celebrated for her exceptional leadership skills. She’s a master at building 'A' teams and creating environments where individuals don’t just work—they thrive. Her deep understanding of people and her ability to foster collaboration are the cornerstones of her leadership style. Under her guidance, teams are not only high-performing but also deeply engaged and motivated.


    The Chronicles of a Thought Leader

    Sally is also the distinguished author of the acclaimed Chronicles business series, which includes "The Chronicles of Leadershit," "The Chronicles of Dysktopia," and "The Chronicles of Storyselling." Through her books, Sally shares her profound insights into leadership, organizational dynamics, and the power of storytelling in business. Each page invites readers to explore the depths of effective leadership and the art of inspiring teams.

    Dr. Sally Elakkad’s journey is a testament to what’s possible with visionary leadership and a relentless pursuit of excellence. She doesn’t just lead; she inspires, challenges, and transforms. Dive into her story and discover the secrets behind her remarkable success.

Diaa Yousef
  • Diaa Yousef
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • AgriCash
  • AgriCash
  • Egypt
  • MBA, PhD AgriTech Entrepreneur Founder of AgriSoft & AgriCash 20 years experience in the agricultural sector 10 years in AgriTech

Mohamed Elshabrawy
  • Mohamed Elshabrawy
  • Co-Founder and CEO
  • Co-Founder and CEO
  • SehaTech
  • SehaTech
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Elshabrawy is a physician with over 12 years of experience in the NHS England, UK. Driven by a passion to innovate healthcare, he co-founded SehaTech, a health insurtech startup where he now serves as CEO. SehaTech is focused on transforming the healthcare insurance landscape in Egypt and Africa by leveraging technology to make insurance more affordable and accessible. Mohamed's vision is rooted in his experiences in the NHS and his commitment to improving healthcare systems in his homeland and beyond.

Waleed Sadek
  • Waleed Sadek
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Paysky & Yalla Super..
  • Paysky & Yalla Super App
  • Egypt
  • Dr. Waleed Sadek is the Founder & CEO of PaySky, a leading digital payment solutions provider established in 2017 with the mission to democratize and redefine the digital payment ecosystem. Under his leadership, PaySky has expanded its operations internationally, establishing a presence in over 10 countries across the Middle East and Africa, including Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and more. The company has formed strategic partnerships with banks, central banks, financial institutions, and telecom operators, offering cutting-edge technology to enhance the region’s financial services.

    With over 20 years of experience in digitizing the financial services sector, Dr. Sadek is a serial entrepreneur who has successfully founded and led several fintech startups. Before embarking on his entrepreneurial journey, he held key leadership roles at Visa from 2004 to 2008, including Head of Innovation and New Technologies for the MENA region and Manager of Global Strategy for CEMEA.

    Dr. Sadek has also served as a Board Member for BITEL EMEA and Wind Technologies. As a respected expert in digital financial services and payment systems, he has contributed to the development of technology standards and market regulations in the electronic payments domain. Despite graduating from Ain Shams University’s Faculty of Medicine in 2009, Dr. Sadek chose to follow his passion for information technology, focusing on creating innovative fintech solutions to empower individuals and foster economic growth.

Dina Gabra
  • Dina Gabra
  • Patient Services and..
  • Patient Services and Solutions lead
  • Novartis
  • Novartis
  • Egypt
  • Ambitious digital and marketing lead in the pharmaceutical industry with a track record of success driving new launches, new ideas, and crafting digital strategies either in Egypt or international assignments in Asia cluster and Global functions.

    Passionate about leading business transformation through innovation, resilience, and customer-centricity.


Ahmed Abdelalim
  • Ahmed Abdelalim
  • Researcher at head o..
  • Researcher at head office of Egyptian Tax Authority
  • Egyptian Tax Authori..
  • Egyptian Tax Authority ETA
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Abdelalim, a distinguished professional with extensive experience in taxation, has held pivotal roles within the Egyptian Tax Authority, showcasing his expertise and contributing significantly to tax administration advancements.

    Currently, as an E-Commerce Tax Inspector, Ahmed delves into investigating new e-commerce business activities, playing a vital role in collecting e-commerce data and fostering international collaborations with advanced tax administrations. He focuses on crafting innovative solutions, efficient instructions, and new tax treatments to tackle the challenges presented by the dynamic e-commerce landscape.

    In parallel, Ahmed serves as a Transfer Pricing Specialist, ensuring adherence to Egyptian transfer pricing regulations and conducting detailed examinations of corporate transactions. His proficiency lies in analyzing companies' functions, risks, and assets to grasp their business models and roles within their groups.

    Previously, Ahmed excelled as a Tax Officer, meticulously reviewing taxation files for corporations and individuals, analyzing financial statements for compliance with Egyptian Tax Law, and estimating taxes for taxpayers lacking financial documentation. His meticulous approach and profound grasp of tax laws have been instrumental in evaluating tax compliance and identifying potential irregularities.

    With a strong academic background in economics, taxation, and international studies, Ahmed is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Euro Mediterranean Studies at Cairo University, building on his Master's degree in International Studies, Tax Policy, and Finance from Korea University.

    Ahmed Abdelalim is an experienced tax expert with a proven track record in government administration, excelling in taxation, international tax matters, and fiscal policy. His expertise includes strong accounting and auditing skills.


Nawar Abdelrahman
  • Nawar Abdelrahman
  • Business Development..
  • Business Development Manager
  • Advanced Consultancy..
  • Advanced Consultancy Center
  • Egypt
  • Nawar Abdelrahman is a Business Development Trainer and Mentor. She is passionately helping startups in the ideation stage and how to start their process into the market, through validation of the idea, address their plans and building their Business Model Canvas, and building an agile team with a strategic look ahead.

    Nawar is a consultant in the construction field with more than 20 years of experience, she is graduated with civil engineering bachelor’s degree, supported with a master’s in construction managements for SMEs, a diploma in construction contracts, an MBA in strategic management, and a DBA in Business Administration, a professional strategist who in addition to Arabic; speaks English and French fluently.

    Nawar Currently working at NilePreneurs as a business development coach and mentor, and for different local and international NGOs helping entrepreneurs and startups to grow and scale. 

    Nawar’ had successfully prepared and delivered a variety of training topics for different audience in marketing, business development, pricing, and target cost management. Nawar is very enthusiastic about empowering young men and women specially those who are located at Upper Egypt.

Nour Allam
  • Nour Allam
  • Investment Associate
  • Investment Associate
  • +VC
  • +VC
  • Egypt

Mohamed Baitie
  • Mohamed Baitie
  • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT..
  • BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
  • glcpaints
  • glcpaints
  • Egypt
  • With over 20 years of experience in marketing and communication in the paint industry, working for one of the top multinational paint brands. He has led the brand identity transformation of GLC Paints and is thoroughly involved in product research and development within the organization.

    As an Interior Architect, Mohamad has an expansive knowledge of color, color forecasting, color design and architectural coatings. He is currently an Adjunct Professor of art focusing on Color, at the American University of Cairo


Mai Sami
  • Mai Sami
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Freenity Advertising..
  • Freenity Advertising Agency
  • Egypt
  • Digital Marketing Expert with over 15 years of experience.

    Founder & CEO for Freenity Advertising agency.

    Digital Marketing Instructor

    Holds a Bachelor degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering, in addition to 3 Diplomas in Digital Marketing.

    Worked as a Marketing Manager for 400+ Clients in different industries.

    Marketing Influencer since 2017.

    Conducted 50+ workshops on becoming an influencer, focusing on marketing strategies, building a social media presence, community building, and photography/videography tips.

     

Nayra Nassar
  • Nayra Nassar
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • self
  • self
  • Egypt
  • Founder and CEO of Self since February 2020.

    Self has distinguished itself in the social commerce space by addressing market gaps and delivering a comprehensive lifestyle experience—from packaging to delivery. The brand’s social media presence is thoughtfully curated, maintaining a unique character and style while effectively driving engagement through subtle calls to action.

    Both self the brand and the blog are branches under SELF, there is so much more under development and the concept of "SELF THE"


Mohamed Khedr
  • Mohamed Khedr
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • خضر وبزنس
  • خضر وبزنس
  • Egypt
  • Consultant, Author, Content Creator, Investor and Entrepreneur.


Amr Shalan
  • Amr Shalan
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Tilegreen
  • Tilegreen
  • Egypt
  • 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.

Amira Selim
  • Amira Selim
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Kennah
  • Kennah
  • Egypt
  • Amira is CEO/Principal Architect of D_Dialogue, a boutique architecture and interior design studio, based in Downtown Cairo since 2016. With the aim of breathing life into existing buildings and spaces, renovating them to accommodate moder-day use, she went on to launch KENNAH in 2021. A tech-enabled hospitality brand that refurbishes and operates under-utilized properties for the purpose of short-term rental, KENNAH provides an innovative working model of Adaptive Reuse, a fundamental principle of Sustainability in the built environment. 

    Winner of DarE Incubator for Startups in ACE grant, and Tatweer Misr Innovation in Real Estate Competition for Startups, in addition to graduating from AUC VLAB Cycle 20, KENNAH is on a trajectory of growth as a high-potential startup that combines technology with relevant engineering expertise to address a real urban problem.   

    Amira obtained her BSc in Architecture from Ain Shams University in Cairo in 1999, then her MFA in Interior Architecture and Design from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, California. Prior to launching her own practice, she spent more than 15 years exploring the different aspects of the design and construction industry in Egypt, through positions in both local firms and multi-national corporates. The diversity of experiences proved invaluable when setting up her own enterprises.

Nouran Khedr
  • Nouran Khedr
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Maqam Design
  • Maqam Design
  • Egypt
  • Nouran Khedr, an architect who studied Architecture and Environmental Design at AAST in 2008, discovered her passion for historical heritage during her education. Her dream is to design products, spaces, or buildings that blend Middle Eastern identity with modern contemporary lines, reflecting both traditional roots and current lifestyles.

    In 2014, she launched her project, MAQAM, focusing on designs that embody cultural identity using natural materials crafted by Egyptian artisans. Her brand exemplifies a modern approach to reviving heritage, emphasizing originality, quality, and simplicity.


Amr El-Abassy
  • Amr El-Abassy
  • Access to Finance an..
  • Access to Finance and Investment Senior Advisor
  • DAI - USAID’s Busine..
  • DAI - USAID’s Business Egypt program
  • Egypt
  • I am a seasoned finance professional with more than 18 years of experience in investment, credit analysis, SME financing, corporate banking, financial modeling, and financial literacy.

    Throughout my career, I have worked closely with SMEs and startups across diverse sectors, including industrial, commercial, agribusiness, and services. This diverse experience and my deep understanding of development finance principles make me a strong candidate to contribute valuable insights and guidance.

    I hold an MBA in Banking and Finance from the Arab Academy for Science & Technology (AAGSB), as well as a Venture Capital Diploma from the University of California-Berkeley, a Corporate Credit Certificate, SME financing Certificate, and a Private Equity Diploma from the American University of Cairo.


Mostafa Masry
  • Mostafa Masry
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • Fincart
  • Fincart
  • Egypt
  • Egypt born turned global citizen having visited 30 countries, lived in 4 (Germany, UAE, Bahrain & China) and worked directly with +75 nationalities. My life motto is to continuously learn and be a person of use for good.

    My mission is to help create economic opportunity for as many people possible, At Careem, i contributed to +100K driver jobs and built a 10K fleet at Glovo under 12 months with a team of 4.

    At Fincart, I help e-commerce SMEs grow their business by providing best-value shipping service and access to working capital all in one dashboard. My dream is to do that for 1M merchants.


Mohamed Hany
  • Mohamed Hany
  • film director
  • film director
  • Tailors
  • Tailors
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Hany, an accomplished freelance filmmaker with eight years of invaluable experience in the industry and a content creator delivering captivating content across various platforms.

    With a keen eye for storytelling and a passion for visual artistry supported by hard work and strategic thinking, Hany has honed his skills over the years, turning his passion for storytelling through film into a thriving business at a young age. Dive into the world of filmmaking with Hany, where creativity knows no bounds.


Ahmed Morshed
  • Ahmed Morshed
  • Head of Wealth Manag..
  • Head of Wealth Management and Relationships
  • Azimut Investments
  • Azimut Investments
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Morshed is an Investment GURU in Egypt. Born in March 1987 in Cairo, Egypt. He graduated from commerce from Cairo University. He is now head of financial advisory at Azimut Egypt Fund and asset management since October 2020, Arab Republic of Egypt.

    He is also a technical advisor to the USAID United States Agency for International Development in Egypt since August 2022.

    He served as manager of Private Banking Services at Ahli United Bank in Egypt between 2019 and 2020, Relationship Manager for Premium Banking Services at Egyptian Gulf Bank between 2017 and 2019, and retail - head of Sales and Services at Mashrea Bank in Egypt between 2015 and 2017.

    He also worked as relationship manager at Commercial International Bank during 2015, responsible for branch's sales and services at the same bank between June 2011 and December 2014, and a technical support advisor at Exceed Company between 2009 and 2010. He has 10 years of experience in the banking sector. He holds a Bachelor's degree in accounting in 2010 from Cairo University.


Ahmed Muselhy
  • Ahmed Muselhy
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Hired HR
  • Hired HR
  • Egypt
  • As a passionate HR Entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience, I'm driven by the mission of empowering both people and organizations to thrive. 

     I leverage my expertise in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Business Acumen, and Entrepreneurship to deliver impactful HR solutions.


    Achievements I'm proud of:

    Founded and lead Hired HR, a leading recruitment and HR agency in Egypt, consistently ranking among the top in the region.

    Successfully connected around 400 companies across 6 countries with top talent, meeting & exceeding their hiring goals.

    Empowered thousands of job seekers and trainees to land their dream jobs through personalized career coaching and skills development programs.

    Delivered keynote speeches and training sessions at prestigious organizations like TEDx, ILO, GIZ, and the US Embassy in Cairo, influencing HR practices across various industries.


Omar Magdy
  • Omar Magdy
  • Head of E-commerce &..
  • Head of E-commerce & Payments Program Manager
  • Valu
  • Valu
  • Egypt
  • "I graduated from the Faculty of Engineering at Cairo University in 2015 with a major in Industrial Engineering. I began my career as a Supply Chain Engineer at Philip Morris, later transitioning to Business Development at KarmSolar. In 2019, I joined Valu and have since held several positions, eventually becoming the Head of E-commerce and Payments."


Sara Enan
  • Sara Enan
  • Principal
  • Principal
  • Oryx Fund
  • Oryx Fund
  • Egypt
  • Sara Enan, a Principal at Oryx Fund. Previously. With 13+ years of Venture capital & consulting experience, Sara lead North Africa investments at VentureSouq (VSQ), worked at Global Ventures and Flat6Labs. She started her career in economic consulting, working as an analyst focusing on antitrust litigation in Washington, DC, until moving to Egypt and joining Rocket Internet's e-commerce platform, Jumia.com. Sara holds a BA from Brandeis University with a triple major in mathematics, economics, and business. She is an avid climber, hiker, and diver.


Hilda Louca
  • Hilda Louca
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • MITCHA
  • MITCHA
  • Egypt
  • Hilda Louca

    Founder and CEO

    MITCHA

    Awarded by TOP 50 Women Forum among the most Influential Women of 2021 and Forbes

    Middle East 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen 2023 & 2024, Hilda Louca is the first woman

    entrepreneur in Egypt to create an online shopping platform dedicated to homegrown fashion

    designers.

    Hilda started her career at the early age of 18, gaining experience in sales, marketing and public

    relations spanning many industries. In 2018, she brought her dream to life by launching

    Cairo-based MITCHA, igniting the spark for the thriving local fashion scene in Egypt. Hilda

    wanted to bring awareness to up and coming designer labels, thus redefining the e-commerce

    landscape for online shoppers seeking quality, affordability, and convenience.

    Today, MITCHA is the leading multi-brand hub supporting more than 200 brands through a

    seamless ecosystem, providing a premium shopping experience. Hilda continues her steady

    steps towards pursuing her dream to empower Egyptian designers to reach regional and global

    markets powered by MITCHA.

    In 2023, Shark Tank Egypt selected Hilda as one of the Sharks for its first season. Moreover,

    ranked among Forbes Middle East 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen 2023 and 2024.

    Awards:

    - Top 50 Women Forum: Women Fashion Empowerment Award 2021

    - Top 50 Most Influential Women 2022

    - Forbes Middle East 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen 2023

    - Forbes Middle East 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen 2024


Karim Mahrous
  • Karim Mahrous
  • Investment Associate
  • Investment Associate
  • Exits MENA
  • Exits MENA
  • Egypt
  • Karim's six-year career has seen him delve into many industries, gaining invaluable insights and experience.

    His journey across sectors like pharmaceuticals, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), real estate, logistics, retail, and fintech has equipped him with a multifaceted understanding and a rich knowledge base. This diverse exposure was garnered through his dynamic roles in various prestigious institutions, including investment banks, private equity firms, investment management companies, and corporate banks.

    Throughout his career, Karim has demonstrated exceptional prowess in executing both Equity Capital Market (ECM) and Debt Capital Market (DCM) transactions, with an impressive cumulative value exceeding EGP 1 billion. His expertise is not just confined to identifying and capitalizing on lucrative investment opportunities but also encompasses the holistic process of deal completion. His significant contributions include the successful launch of the first Egyptian-based SME Fund, an ambitious project with a capital of EGP 500 million, marking a milestone in the regional financial landscape.

    Moreover, Karim's advisory role in guiding multiple fintech startups has been instrumental in their successful market entry and operational scaling. This endeavour has further broadened his professional horizon, adding a cutting-edge fintech perspective to his extensive financial expertise.

    Academically, Karim is a distinguished alumnus of the American University in Cairo, Egypt, where he graduated cum laude. He majored in Finance and minored in Economics, laying a solid foundation for his commendable professional journey.

    In summary, Karim's multifaceted experience and academic background position him as a versatile and insightful finance professional. His achievements reflect his deep understanding of diverse financial sectors and his ability to adapt and excel in various corporate environments.


Ismail Sarhank
  • Ismail Sarhank
  • Co-Founder & COO
  • Co-Founder & COO
  • Menthum
  • Menthum
  • Egypt
  • Ismail Sarhank is a professional with a diverse background in the financial services and media industries. As the Co-founder and COO of Menthum, a dynamic fintech startup, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategy, overseeing operations, and driving its rapid growth. With extensive experience in the financial sector, he also serves as the Deputy CEO of IBAG-Western Union, where he is responsible for managing money transfer operations and corporate business. During his tenure, he forged strong partnerships with the Central Bank of Egypt and other industry players. Before his role at IBAG-Western Union, Ismail held the position of Director of Operations at IBA Media, where he orchestrated a transformative shift from an Ad-based model to a copy sales and cash flow positive model. 

    Ismail’s dedication to innovation and leveraging technology for business advancement was evident in his role as Director of Business Development for IBAG-Western Union, he introduced AI and machine learning models, resulting in a substantial 15% annual revenue increase and improved business cycles. 

    Passionate about empowering individuals to achieve financial security and independence, Ismail co-founded Menthum with the vision of providing innovative financial solutions. He continues to drive the company’s mission to revolutionize the way people save and invest, ultimately improving their financial well-being.

    Ismail earned a BA of business administration with a minor in economics from The American University in Cairo.


Ayman Ismail
  • Ayman Ismail
  • Founding Director
  • Founding Director
  • AUC Venture Lab
  • AUC Venture Lab
  • Egypt
  • Ayman Ismail the Abdul Latif Jameel Endowed Chair of Entrepreneurship and Associate Professor at AUC School of Business and the founding director of AUC Venture Lab and AUC Innovation Hub. He is also the Chairman of the Board of Egypt Ventures and PayMob, and a co-founder, angel investor or board member in several fast-growing tech-startups and financial institutions.  Previously, he was a research fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, a consultant in McKinsey & Company’s New York office and the World Bank, a co-founder and managing partner at Enovio Consulting, and a Young Global Leader (YGL) at the World Economic Forum (WEF). He received his PhD in International Economic Development from MIT.


Zeyad  Zein
  • Zeyad Zein
  • Co-Founder & CEO
  • Co-Founder & CEO
  • LAYN
  • LAYN
  • Egypt
  • Zeyad Zein is the co-founder and driving force behind LAYN, a trailblazing startup revolutionizing construction with 3D concrete printing technology. A visionary entrepreneur with a passion for innovation, Zeyad is leading the charge to disrupt traditional building methods, focusing on speed, sustainability, and scalability. With his leadership, LAYN is emerging as a key player in the global construction tech space, blending cutting-edge solutions with a deep understanding of market needs. Poised to make an impact, Zeyad is at the forefront of shaping the future of construction.


Tarek Radwan
  • Tarek Radwan
  • Marketing Communicat..
  • Marketing Communication professional
  • Green Production
  • Green Production
  • Egypt
  • Results-Driven Business Professional | Strategic Leader | Innovation management | Integrated Marketing communication professional | DBA | Entrepreneur.

Alia Sherrah
  • Alia Sherrah
  • Head Of Risk Managem..
  • Head Of Risk Management
  • ElGameya For Informa..
  • ElGameya For Information Technology
  • Egypt
  • Alia Sherrah is an experienced “Head of Risk Management” with more than 16 years of experience in the Risk Assessment field between Banks & Startups.

    Since acquiring her bachelor’s degree in commerce (Business administration) from Ainshams University in 2008, she has served multinational & local banks such as QNB (Qatar National Bank of Egypt) as well as EBANK (Export development bank of Egypt) then moving to “El Gameya for Information Technology “under the supervision of CBE & Alex Bank heading the Risk Management Dept.  

    Her extensive experience focuses strongly on Retail Risk Assessment & enlightening top management about key risks, as well as diverse knowledge in Training, Coaching & Mentoring. Ms. Alia has diverse academic studies in Risk Management, Human resources Mgt., Project management & Entrepreneurship & Financial Inclusion. 

    She is also McKinsey & Co. Fellow accredited in July 2024 in McKinsey Forward Learning program.

    She is also a Trainer , Mentor &  guest speaker responsible for preparing Egyptian youth for the employment market, through giving sessions about Banking sector, Entrepreneurship & Innovation , Financial Inclusion, Business Model Canvas , Business Plan  through several entities such as the “Egyptian Banking System Model” (EBSM) under the supervision of “Egyptian Banking Institute “(EBI) & CBE , AMIDEAST “HEI scholarship” under the supervision of USAID , UCCD ( University center for career development under  Ain shams University supervision with the collaboration of USAID , AmCham , the AUC , TIEC /ITIDA under Ministry of Communication & Information Technology , SITA incubator  , ASU  Career Center ( Ainshams University) , AUC Center for Entrepreneurship  & URI ( Under graduate research initiative ) In collaboration with Innovators support fund  صندوق رعاية النوابغ , FA Model under Ministry of Agriculture& FAO & Alashanek Ya Balady ( AYB) Ainshams university.


Muhammad El Demerdash
  • Muhammad El Demerdash
  • Cofounder - CEO
  • Cofounder - CEO
  • engazaat | the solar..
  • engazaat | the solar water company
  • Egypt
  • Muhammad is a social entrepreneur with a passion for sustainability. He is a graduate of the American University in Cairo ('04), carrying 20 years of professional experience in both local and multinational companies, for Egypt and GCC markets in smart and sustainable infrastructure developments and implementations. Muhammad structured engazaat’s sustainable solar and water utility portfolio as one of the fastest-growing private developers and operators. engazaat is Egypt’s first Independent Power and Water Producer (IPWP) with more than 63 MW of developments and implementations, 15 million m3 of water produced and managed annually, an investment portfolio size of USD 45 million, and a pipeline exceeding 350 MW, in Egypt, and MEA region.


Basem Elsherbiny
  • Basem Elsherbiny
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • ETQAN CONSULTANCY
  • ETQAN CONSULTANCY
  • Egypt
  • Basem Elsherbiny is a versatile professional who has made remarkable strides across various industries. With an academic background in chemistry, he initially established himself as one of Egypt's pioneering Oracle computer programmers. However, driven by an insatiable curiosity, Basem ventured into the dynamic world of media, gaining valuable insights into the art of communication and storytelling. 

    It was during his foray into the world of media that Basem discovered his true passion for marketing. Recognizing the potential to combine his technical expertise with his creative instincts, he embarked on a new career path that drove him to create influential and unforgettable marketing campaigns. Today, Basem is renowned as the CEO & Founder of ETQAN Business Development, where he leverages his multifaceted background to drive business growth in the sphere of real estate, foster innovation, and empower organizations and individuals to reach their full potential.

    Basem's journey exemplifies the transformative power of following one's passion. With a diverse skill set, technical prowess, and a strategic mindset, he continues to make significant contributions to the business and marketing landscape in Egypt. His unwavering dedication and entrepreneurial spirit have solidified his position as a respected leader and visionary in the industry.

Yasmine Yehia
  • Yasmine Yehia
  • Global Employer Bran..
  • Global Employer Branding Head
  • Schneider Electric
  • Schneider Electric
  • Egypt
  • Coming with more than 20 years of experience in HR, Yasmine is very skillful in everything people development. She is a Corporate Trainer since 2011, a certified employer & personal branding expert from Sweden, ICF certified life, career & leadership coach and a former ICF Egypt board member. Yasmine teaches unique strategies to Personal Branding for different target audiences from students to executives & entrepreneurs.


Shosha Kamal
  • Shosha Kamal
  • Multi Disciplinary D..
  • Multi Disciplinary Designer
  • Shosha Kamal Design..
  • Shosha Kamal Design House
  • Egypt
  • Shosha is an Egyptian based designer and artist, known for her Egyptian inspired designs and philosophies. Since she joined the design field, she’s been devoted to reviving the ancient Egyptian art and heritage and introducing it to the modern world Very early in her career, her work has been recognized globally. Her famous Wing Sofa was named the best sofa design worldwide for the year 2016 by the International Product Design Awards, London UK. She was named an A’ Design Award Winner three consecutive times for the years 2014, 2015, and 2016, Milano, Italy. She was named by the same entity in the year 2016 as a “Design Hero” for her efforts in making the world a better place through good design. In the year 2017, her continuous efforts in reviving the Ancient Egyptian great heritage across all design disciplines were recognized by his Excellency the President of Egypt, Mr. Abdelfattah El Sisi in the Youth Conference, Alexandria, Egypt. It’s worth mentioning that her chairs were gifted to the United States first lady by the Egyptian President, and is now part of the White House furniture collection. Her various designs have entered homes in more than 8 different countries across the world.

    In 2013, Shosha founded the field “Fundraising Design”, a new design discipline aiming at helping NGOs and humanitarian entities fundraise donations. Since then, her company has been helping many entities raise donations through good design. Shosha is also the founder of Annure, a lighting fixtures brand that helps light African homes with every piece sold. She continues adding to the design world in the fields of Exterior Design, Interior Design, Product Design, Public Design, Green Design, and Fundraising Design. Regardless of the nature of every project she works on, her ultimate goal is using design in favor of humanity.


Ahmad Bayoumi
  • Ahmad Bayoumi
  • General Manager -Ind..
  • General Manager -Industrial Sector
  • WADI Group
  • WADI Group
  • Egypt
  • Ahmad BAYOUMI is a seasoned Strategy and Marketing professional with over two decades of experience across various industries, including Industrial, B2B, Distribution, Sports Marketing, and NGOs. He holds a Masters in Strategic Management and Marketing from the German University in Cairo and has demonstrated expertise in driving business growth and exceeding performance standards. 

    Currently serving as the Industrial Sector General Manager at WADI Group, Ahmad oversees four operational facilities, achieving significant milestones such as a 2.5-fold increase in EBITDA within a year. His strategic leadership has been instrumental in market penetration, product diversification, and establishing strategic partnerships. 

    Previously, Ahmad was the Marketing Senior Manager at Egyptian Steel Group, where he doubled the market share amidst the challenges of 2020. His role involved developing comprehensive marketing strategies, enhancing customer engagement through digital initiatives, and spearheading business development efforts. 

    Ahmad also played a pivotal role as the Marketing Director for the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup, successfully bringing the event to Egypt and exceeding financial targets. His extensive experience includes senior marketing and business development positions at Wadi El Nile Cement, Lafarge Ready Mix, and Zamil Steel Co. 

    In addition to his professional achievements, Ahmad is a certified Positive Psychology, Career and Executive Coach, contributing to personal and professional development through training and advisory programs.


Hussam Allaham
  • Hussam Allaham
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • Remotecoders
  • Remotecoders
  • Egypt
  • Social EdTech entrepreneur, CEO and Co-Founder. Hussam Allaham grew up in Damascus and started a successful profession as a teacher. In 2013, he had to leave to Lebanon. Soon he started volunteering with local and international organizations like World Vision, UNESCO to support refugees. in 2014, he founded an NGO and built in-camps education centers to enable Syrian children to return to education. End of 2015, his journey of finding a new home brought him to Switzerland where he was a participant at Powercoders – a coding academy for refugees in January 2017 before he joined the founding team in this impactful journey. After Powercoders, he co-founder Remotecoders to support vulnerable unemployed youths to integrate into IT jobs locally and remotely. Hussam lives with his wife and his two daughters in Bern, Switzerland.


Deena EL-Mahdy
  • Deena EL-Mahdy
  • Associate Professor
  • Associate Professor
  • BUE
  • BUE
  • Egypt
  • 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 lately was awarded several 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.


Nada Helmy
  • Nada Helmy
  • Value Creation Manag..
  • Value Creation Manager
  • HALA Ventures
  • HALA Ventures
  • Egypt
  • Nada Helmy is a professional with more than 8 years of experience in entrepreneurship. She graduated from the American University in Cairo (AUC) with a major in Integrated Marketing Communications and a minor in Business Administration. She is a business content creator, mainly known on TikTok, a business mentor and entrepreneurship expert. She won the award of Business Advisor of the Year (2023) by Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders. She is currently the Value Creation Manager at HALA Ventures, a Saudi- Based VC, creating projects and initiatives that bring value to the company, portfolio startups and entrepreneurship ecosystem. Before that, she was the Incubation & Acceleration Program Manager at EdVentures, an edtech VC. Nada worked at the Technology Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), a joint venture between the Egyptian Ministry of IT & Communications and The United Nations. Nada has also worked as a Project Manager at Vflock Co. where she supported the launch of Athar Accelerator and was a co-founder of an educational startup called Journey of Entrepreneurship (JOE) which has succeeded in growing internationally. She has first-hand experience in building and scaling businesses and has served as a mentor and trainer for startups in diverse industries.

Basmah Osman
  • Basmah Osman
  • Managing Partner
  • Managing Partner
  • FekrKhan (coaching a..
  • FekrKhan (coaching and training co.)
  • Egypt
  • Basmah Osman is a seasoned leader, serial entrepreneur, and certified Corporate Director with over three decades of diverse industry experience spanning textiles, entertainment, education, and consultancy. Her international exposure has shaped her into a recognized empowerment expert, providing unique perspectives to corporate and developmental engagements.


    As Managing Partner at elleKhan Division of FekrKhan, Basmah specializes in Diversity & Inclusion, business development, and coaching. She designs and implements empowerment programs across the Middle East for corporate, NGO, and individual development. Since 2020, she has contributed to UNLOQ’s network as an executive coach and facilitator for international UN agencies.


    During her impactful tenure as Senior Advisor at the Federation of Egyptian Industries (FEI), Basmah led institutional reforms and shaped national strategies in collaboration with UN agencies, donor agencies, and government entities. Her entrepreneurial background includes roles with the Egyptian Exporters Association and the Egyptian Foundation for Technological Education and Development (EFTED), focusing on multi-stakeholder engagement and international initiatives.


    Basmah co-founded the Women Entrepreneurs Network (WEN) and served as its President from 2019 to 2022, enhancing support for women entrepreneurs through strategic partnerships. She also played a pivotal role as a Founding Member of the Board at KEY Career Development Center (CDC), establishing CDCs in national universities to empower undergraduates.


    With a global coaching background and expertise in governance, leadership, and organizational performance, Basmah contributes uniquely to empowerment initiatives at all levels. Her dedication to advancing psychological and structural empowerment underscores her role in driving economic and social progress.


Mostafa Hesham
  • Mostafa Hesham
  • Creative Lead North..
  • Creative Lead North Africa,Levant and Iraq
  • Unilever
  • Unilever
  • Egypt
  • A creative who finds passion in anything related to ideation and digital content. With over 9 years in the business; the core belief is that creativity is king in any business and lies at the core of any sector.


Maram Mohamed
  • Maram Mohamed
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Ladies Arena
  • Ladies Arena
  • Egypt
  • Maram Mohamed is the Founder of Ladies Arena, a successful company dedicated to empowering women in the esports scene.

    Additionally, she serves as the Head of Operations at Virtual Quest, a cutting-edge gaming company that constantly pushes boundaries and creates innovative experiences for gamers.


Karim Wally
  • Karim Wally
  • Founder & Chief Desi..
  • Founder & Chief Designer
  • The Studio
  • The Studio
  • Egypt
  • Karim Wally is an Egyptian interior designer started his career after graduation from 'faculty of fine arts class 2007' to gain different experiences in design and execution since that time until he started his own business "The Studio" in 2014 to put his own fingerprint and his own identity using his past experience.

    Karim was working in parallel in different channels of design beside the main stream of business, such as Fashion trials, jewelry trials and furniture trials. Moreover building his passion in giving design related lectures and sessions in different entities and channels such as ITI, Studio34, DeForum, Higher institute of applied arts and GUC.

    Karim Wally's work related activities:

    •        Founder – chief designer of The Studio.

    •        Partner at Kairos.

    •        Instructor at Cairo Design District.

    •        Mentor at SITA.


Engy Abdelwahab
  • Engy Abdelwahab
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • Unica
  • Unica
  • Egypt
  • I’m the Founder of Unica Research agency, the first market research agency that serves startups, SMEs and entrepreneurs. The passion that urged us to start this, is the existing gap facing startups, either due to their lack of affordability or due to their very special needs. All of this urged us to partner with management consultancies, marketing agencies, field agencies and supporting organizations to fill this enlighten startups’ and SMEs’ path, providing best research, training and consulting practices, locally, regionally and globally.

    Regarding my experience, I’ve 9 years of experience in market research and consulting in the Arab markets, & in African markets such as Tanzania, as well as American and Western European markets.

    I’ve conducted consulting & market research for startups, governments, private sector and international organizations as GIZ, UNICEF & UNIDO. 

    Regarding macroeconomic strategies, I had the honor of coworking on updating Egypt's 2030 Sustainable Development Strategy. I also had the honor of developing an Export Strategy Roadmap for Egypt in the Tomato Concentrate industry. 

    I’m also the Head of Exploration at UNDP Accelerator Lab, that’s part of a global network of 91 labs, where I explore sustainable development challenges using collective intelligence, systems thinking, future thinking and uncommon data sources.

    For my education, I’ve a Dual MA in Law & Economics from Hamburg & Cairo Universities, and BS in Economics and Statistics from Cairo University - English Section.

Amr Elharony
  • Amr Elharony
  • Startups Mentor
  • Startups Mentor
  • Banque Misr
  • Banque Misr
  • Egypt
  • Amr Elharony is a seasoned business data analyst, digital transformation specialist, and certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with over a decade of experience in banking and fintech. He is also a certified Professional Data Analyst from DataCamp, offering advanced expertise in data-driven decision-making. With an MBA in Entrepreneurship and a DBA in Digital Transformation, Amr combines strategic planning, project management, and data analytics to guide startups through scaling and growth challenges.


    Amr mentors entrepreneurs on personal branding, business model innovation, and leveraging technology for success. As a speaker and panel moderator at events like Techne Summit and Seamless North Africa, he provides actionable insights on fintech, digital transformation, and sustainable finance.


    Committed to fostering innovation in Egypt’s startup ecosystem, Amr helps entrepreneurs build resilient, scalable businesses. In his role at Banque Misr, he drives digital transformation while offering mentorship to early-stage ventures.


Abdelrahman Mansour
  • Abdelrahman Mansour
  • Content creator
  • Content creator
  • Abdo 2xd
  • Abdo 2xd
  • Egypt
  • My name is Abdulrahman

    I have a YouTube channel with 4 million followers where I create content about video games especially football


Marwan ELmessery
  • Marwan ELmessery
  • General Manager
  • General Manager
  • Concepts Consulting..
  • Concepts Consulting LLC
  • Egypt
  • Marwan El Messiry has a unique set of experiences & talents due to the diverse clients base he has consulted across over 25 years. His consultation/management practice ranging from small business to public organizations developed strong insights & experiences in marketing, branding, strategy/policy formulation, long range planning, project management, teams/function establishment, change and culture transformation, international context sensitivity and awareness. 

    He successfully consultant organizations such as MSC, Majed El Futtaim, E-Aswaaq Misr, ETISAL Association, IKEN Technologies, Information and Decision Support Center, In Fort, Mansi Eyewear, Alexandria Businessmen Association, Unilever, AIMEX, Microsoft, Silicon Vision, and others.

    His educational practice as a lecturer and university professor in more than four universities in Egypt enabled him to actively participate in different capacity building programs for public and private organizations. He also worked as a trainer/coach for donor organizations (such as USAID, GIZ, and JSI) and more than forty corporate organizations in areas such as marketing and selling, strategic management, policy making, and cultural development. 


    Marwan El messiry was also the executive secretary for INSCA (5 Years term), which is an international not-for-profit association and was able to increase membership, funding volume, and performance of internal committees in favor and benefit of its members. He also worked as a consultant for Information & Decision Support Center (IDSC) under supervision of the prime minister of Egypt and submitted more than six key reports regarding governmental practice and contemporary marketing channels.


Mohamed Safiey
  • Mohamed Safiey
  • Sports Psychologist
  • Sports Psychologist
  • Raad Esport
  • Raad Esport
  • Egypt
  • أستاذ مساعد دكتور بكلية التربية الرياضية ، جامعة حلوان

    •        محاضر معتمد ومدرب دولي بالمركز الثقافي البريطاني التابع للسفارة البريطانية ضمن برنامج الإلهام الدولي الخاص بإعداد الكوادر الرياضية الشابة في الفترة 2012 إلى 2015، مما ساعد على مشاركتي في تنظيم وإدارة العديد من الأحداث الرياضية والاجتماعية مع مختلف الفئات العمرية.

    •        الحصول على دعوة رسمية لحضور عيد ميلاد ملكة بريطانيا (الملكة إليزابيث) 2014 ، وواحد من ضمن 50 مصري تم ترشيحهم لحضور عيد الميلاد نظراً لما حققناه في دورة الألعاب الأوليمبية لندن 2012 وعملي مع المركز الثقافي البريطاني بمصر

    المعد النفسى الحياتي فريق رعد للالعاب الاليكترونية

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لبعض اللاعبين المشاركين في أولمبياد باريس 2024.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لفريق الفراعنة الأوليمبي المشارك في أولمبياد طوكيو 2020 الأوليمبية والبارالمبية.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لبعض لاعبي منتخب مصر للجمباز الإيقاعي المشارك في أولمبياد طوكيو 2020.

    •        أول مصري وعربي وأفريقي يحصل علي عدد 5 ميداليات أوليمبية في دورة أوليمبية واحدة "طوكيو 2020".

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي للعقيد الدكتور "محمد عبده أبو ستيت" الحاصل على الميدالية الذهبية في بطولة العالم للكيك بوكسينج Air force one  المقامة بالقاهرة 2021.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لمنتخب مصر لكرة القدم سيدات بتصفيات أفريقيا المؤهلة الي كأس العالم 2022.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لمنتخب مصر الأول للباليه المائي المشارك في أولمبياد لندن 2012م.

    •        مسجل بالاتحاد الدولي للتايكوندو ( ( psychologist 

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لمنتخب مصر للسباحة في البطولة العربية بجمهورية مصر العربية 2017م.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لمنتخب مصر الأول والناشئين كرة سلة (كأس العالم للناشئين بالأرجنتين – تصفيات كأس العالم للكبار 2017، 2018).

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي للاعبي كرة السلة الفريق الأول (نادى الزمالك المصري – النادي الأهلي المصري – نادي المصرية للاتصالات) الفترة من 2015 إلى 2018م. 

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لبعض لاعبي منتخب مصر للسباحة في بطولة العالم بكوريا الجنوبية 2019م.

    •        المعد النفسي الحياتي لبعض لاعبي منتخب مصر (للجمباز – الترامبولين) بطولة العالم روسيا 2019م.

    •        محاضر للإعداد النفسي الحياتي بأكاديمية جولدز جيم – مصر.

Hossam Taher
  • Hossam Taher
  • Chief Strategy Offic..
  • Chief Strategy Officer
  • Baims
  • Baims
  • Egypt
  • Hossam Taher, a father, serial entrepreneur, and a doctor, leverages his expertise in product management and business strategy in venture building and business growth. As the former CEO of Orcas, which he successfully exited in 2023, he expanded the company's regional presence, built an international team, and secured over $4 million in funding. Hossam now offers consultancy and mentorship in venture building, digital transformation, product strategy, and business strategy, while exploring angel investing, with a preference for tech startups.


Karima Ragab
  • Karima Ragab
  • PR and Community Man..
  • PR and Community Manager
  • Algebra Ventures
  • Algebra Ventures
  • Egypt
  • Karima joined Algebra Ventures as PR Manager in 2021. Over the past three years, she has effectively built the PR and communications department, boosting the fund’s visibility both locally and internationally. She played a key role in launching Algebra’s $100M second fund, overseeing everything from press outreach and interviews to organizing a major event at the stunning Khufu’s, which overlooks the Great Pyramids of Giza.


    In addition to her work at Algebra, Karima supports the fund’s portfolio companies by acting as their press office and helping them connect with the right PR agencies. She has developed strong relationships with important media outlets in the local, regional, and international VC and startup scenes, organizing educational and networking events to engage these communities.

    With over seven years of experience in the PR field, Karima previously spent four years at Hill and Knowlton Strategies, managing notable accounts such as Twitter, Intel, Amazon, Google, Spotify, Coca-Cola, and Emirates Airlines. She also contributed to the first two editions of the El Gouna Film Festival, taking on various roles from pitching and staffing to managing the red carpet and media relations.

    Karima earned her B.A. in Multimedia Journalism with a minor in Business Administration from the American University in Cairo in 2015, graduating with Summa Cum Laude honors.

Diaa ziada
  • Diaa ziada
  • Software engineer 2
  • Software engineer 2
  • Microsoft
  • Microsoft
  • Egypt
  • a software engineer with a diverse background across various workstreams, I thrive on solving complex challenges and designing efficient, scalable solutions. My passion for entrepreneurship drives me to support startups in validating their ideas and transforming concepts into reality. Whether it’s designing innovative systems or providing strategic guidance, I focus on helping startups build sustainable solutions that meet real-world needs.


Mohamed Assam
  • Mohamed Assam
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Dimensions Games
  • Dimensions Games
  • Egypt
  • Mohammed Assem is the founder and CEO of Dimensions Games, Egypt’s leading board game company. Combining his engineering background with technical experience, Assem has tackled major challenges in the Egyptian gaming market.

    Dimensions Games provides a complete range of services within the board game industry, including design, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution, all through a single entity.


Saif Aglan
  • Saif Aglan
  • 3D Generalist
  • 3D Generalist
  • AL-Arcade
  • AL-Arcade
  • Egypt
  • I am Saif Aglan a 22-year-old CG Generalist interested in digital artwork. co-founder of Al-Arcade Studio, an official partner of MSI, I worked closely with such companies as Riot Games, Cooler Master, Redbull, WE telecom, Egypt Foods, V7, and Crossfire. Studying, I was able to attend prestigious schools such as Rebelway and Gnomon, which allowed me to develop a unique approach to the creation of stunning television commercials, films, and video games


Ahmed Najeeb
  • Ahmed Najeeb
  • Co founder
  • Co founder
  • 2024 Studios
  • 2024 Studios
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Najeeb, a gaming enthusiast since the era of "LionKing.exe [Enter]"!

    With a decade in the game development industry, Ahmed has contributed at Appsinnovate and Instinct Games. Currently Co-founder at 2024 Studios and Game Development Lead at Appsinnovate (a Naseej company), he's been involved in over 15 small to mid-scale games across platforms. Ahmed aspires to give back to the community through mentoring, lecturing, and speaking at public events.


Abdelrahman Selim
  • Abdelrahman Selim
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Oligence AI
  • Oligence AI
  • Egypt
  • 📍CEO Oligence AI 

    📍 Founder IMFND 

    📍Growth Hacking & AI Marketing Expert 

    📍eCommerce & AI  Consultant at Abo Dhabi Government @ Mawaheb Project


Rabab Awad
  • Rabab Awad
  • Co-Founder, Entrepre..
  • Co-Founder, Entrepreneurial & Marketing Consultant
  • SETC
  • SETC
  • Egypt
  • With over 20 years of diverse business experience, I have journeyed through various fields, culminating in my roles as a Co-founder of SETC Training Solutions and Consultancy, a professor of Marketing, Branding, and Entrepreneurship at MIU and AAST, and a Learning and Development expert.


David Anton
  • David Anton
  • Chief Risk and Compl..
  • Chief Risk and Compliance Officer
  • Taly for Digital Pay..
  • Taly for Digital Payments
  • Egypt
  • David Anton holds 16+ years of experience across Governance, Risk, Compliance, Cyber Security,

    Information Security, Data Protection and Privacy fields, in various roles:

    • Chief Risk and Compliance Officer

    • Group Data Protection Officer - Interim

    • Head of Governance, Risk, Compliance Information Security

    • Business Development Manager & Security Solution Architect - Sales / Presales

    • Managed Security Solutions Expert – Service Ownership and Product Engineering

    • Information Security Consultant – Control Design, Implementation, Support, Security

    Operation Centers, and Incident Response

    As well as across different industries:

    • Banking/Financial Services.

    • Fintech.

    • Technology Distributors.

    • Managed Security Services.

    • System Integrator.

    • Telecom Service Providers.

    David currently serves as the Chief of the Risk and compliance division at Taly, overseeing Infosec,

    Operational Risk, Businesses Continuity, Regulatory Compliance & Legal functions. Ensuring that Taly

    is conducting its operations with proper risk management program and in full compliance with all

    laws and regulations that pertain to its mandate, as well as applicable professional standards,

    accepted business practices, and internal policies and standards.

    Since joining Taly 1st September 2022, David has successfully achieved new 3 PCI certifications (DSS,

    3DS & SPIN) in 5 months period and has well maintained recertification for the 2nd year in a row. PCI

    standards and certifications are one of the most difficult to achieve in banking and payments

    industries, especially in such short time. In progress to achieve ISO27001, ISO27701 & ISO22301 and

    many more certificates to come to demonstrate a resilient and agile information security

    management system.

    Through previous roles, David succeeded to lead Group GRC, data protection and privacy programs

    across multiple countries and regions across UK, KSA, UAE, DIFC, Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait.


Marwa Khalil
  • Marwa Khalil
  • Co-Founder & Chief D..
  • Co-Founder & Chief Delivery Officer
  • TechLine Group
  • TechLine Group
  • Egypt
  • arwa is a software delivery expert and a passionate leader with more than 14 years of experience in IT Demand, Delivery, and Digital Transformation

    Marwa is a Co-Founder at TechLine and currently serves as the chief delivery officer responsible for all customer relationships engagements, and overall delivery.

    Prior to TechLine, since 2011, Marwa started her journey at Etisalat Misr as a CRM platform owner, a business analyst responsible for managing the systems delivery and all vendor management activities, moving to the centeralized demand and solution architecture team. In her last stage at Etisalat Misr journey, she headed the corporate demand and delivery department, managing more than 10 members of business analysts, solution architects, and project managers, owning the enterprise and ICT segments products, and solutions products and projects delivery.

    Marwa holds a Bachelor of Computer Science from Ain Shams University, and MBA from German University in Cairo


Khaled Mandor
  • Khaled Mandor
  • Researcher
  • Researcher
  • Egyptian Tax Authori..
  • Egyptian Tax Authority
  • Egypt
  • VAT Expert with 22 years of extensive experience in the government sector, particularly in the VAT Administration Division at the Egyptian Tax Authority (ETA), Ministry of Finance. Currently a VAT group leader at E-Commerce and Digital Economy Unit (ETU), I possess a strong combination of academic knowledge and professional practical Experience in VAT researches, policy development and administration.


Chaima Tayssir
  • Chaima Tayssir
  • Holistic Self-Care A..
  • Holistic Self-Care Advocate, Founder & CEO Dream Catcher Academy , ICF-Egypt Chapter President
  • Dream Catcher Academ..
  • Dream Catcher Academy "DCA" - ICF-Egypt Chapter
  • Egypt
  • Keynote Speaker, Author, Professional Coach, Mentor, Facilitator & Trainer, who was elected as ICF-Egypt Chapter President. After 25 years of DEIB, People and Culture, Communication, External and Internal Relations, 3 years in the Academic Life, 13 years in Corporate, Management, Administration, Translation, and PR fields, 11-years journey at NGOs, Feminism, Gender, Women Human Rights and Proposal Writing, and decades of experience with national, regional and international entities, 7 years of Coaching and Self-Care,13 years in Training, Mentoring and Facilitation, she decided to grab her professional experience, integrate it together with her dream to create a HUMAN SAFE SPACE for WOMEN and YOUTH to THRIVE and start her own business as CEO and Founder of Dream Catcher, looking forward to have a significant impact helping and supporting WOMEN and YOUNG LEADERS to find out their best version, maintain their mental health, prioritize self-care, be authentic, be more connected to themselves, reach their goals, improve their relationships, and have better lives. She's for her distinguished contribution as Speaker and selected as one of the Egyptian Inspiring Women, one of the 2024 Top Influencers for her impact and contribution to Empower Coaching in Egypt and an International Female Voice of A New Era of Leaders


Aya Rizk
  • Aya Rizk
  • Development Coach
  • Development Coach
  • Gemini Africa
  • Gemini Africa
  • Egypt
  • Aya Rizk Elmasry is a Development Coach dedicated to empowering clients, including fresh graduates, middle management professionals, and working moms, to navigate their career journeys and achieve their full potential.

    Aya's career journey demonstrates her ability to help others succeed. She started her career as a pharmacist but discovered her passion for learning and development. With a combination of academic knowledge and practical experience, Aya successfully transitioned into the field of learning and development. She now works as a Learning and Development Professional with over 9 years of experience.

    Aya's expertise goes beyond her professional experience. She holds the NCDA FCD plus ICF certificates and has completed over 500 coaching hours, guiding and empowering corporate teams and individuals to achieve their career goals. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and wealth of experience make her an invaluable resource for clients looking to advance their careers.


Wassim El-Metwally
  • Wassim El-Metwally
  • Chief Strategy Offic..
  • Chief Strategy Office, Sustainabilty and PMO Director
  • Al Baraka Bank Egypt
  • Al Baraka Bank Egypt
  • Egypt
  • A Senior Executive Strategist with massive leadership exposure at different banks among Strategic Planning, SME & Retail, Change Management, Transformation, and Sustainability. He started at the Ministry of Investment, Egypt, then Barclays Bank, Egypt passing to his previous position as the head of strategy and change management in the second largest bank in Egypt “Banque Misr”.  Wassim currently is the Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer at AlBaraka Bank, Egypt whereas he is ultimately responsible for providing the strategic direction for the bank by developing, owning, and managing the overall bank’s strategy and its Sustainability journey. Additionally, Wassim is a part-time professor for Business, Economics and Finance at several well-known universities in Egypt.


Ahmed Mossad
  • Ahmed Mossad
  • Business Development..
  • Business Development Manager
  • Team RA'AD
  • Team RA'AD
  • Egypt
  • Strategic Planning professional with 3 years of experience in the senior positions and over a decade of professional experience in different fields. Proven track record of success in developing and managing high-performing businesses and executing successful strategic plans. 


    I have a diverse background in management, human resources, and business administration acquired through self-learning and hands on application on different businesses.

    I have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and I am currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration from Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport.

    I am an excessively ambitious entrepreneur with a growth mindset, and I am passionate about creating value and impact in businesses I take part in.


Mohamed Hany Abd El Gawad
  • Mohamed Hany Abd El Gawad
  • Partner & CEO
  • Partner & CEO
  • Lynkrs
  • Lynkrs
  • Egypt
  • In addition to being the CEO Of Lynkrs Marketing Agency, Mohamed Abdelgawad is also an angel investor, business mentor, and marketing consultant. 

    He owns an extensive, diverse work experience, which has been spanning for over 20 years, in the fields of Advertisement, Marketing, Communication, and Business Development. 

    Furthermore, during his journey at Coca-Cola, he has been able to handle major award-winning campaigns, as well as product launches in several markets across Egypt, Libya, Sudan and Yaman

    Later, he expanded the scope of his expertise by joining Vodafone Egypt as Marketing Communications Manager, where he managed the communication for several consumer sectors and campaigns.

    In April 2020, Abdelgawad successfully joined Dsquares as a Marketing Director. Ever since his appointment, he has been shouldering the responsibility for creating opportunities at all levels of business at the company.

    It is noteworthy that Abdelgawad has earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, specializing in Marketing, from the University of New Brunswick, Canada.


Ahmed Negm
  • Ahmed Negm
  • Content Creator / Pr..
  • Content Creator / Producer
  • Freelance
  • Freelance
  • Egypt
  • A filmmaker, Producer, and a Youtuber


Wael Refaat
  • Wael Refaat
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • SITA Incubator
  • SITA Incubator
  • Egypt
  • With a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Electronics awarded from Cairo University, and an MBA in Banking and Finance awarded from the Maastricht School of Management, the Netherlands, Wael has more than 30 years of experience in different roles in the IT, Telecommunication and Automation industries. Wael started his career in ORASCOM Technology Group, where he held many positions in the sales department and ended his career leading the Business Development function for ORASCOM Technology Group. After 6 years in ORASCOM Group, he moved to the Telecommunication sector and was one of the start-up team of the regional mobile leader, Mobinil, where he had led different functions, Business development, Finance, Transformation & Quality. During his presence in Mobinil, he had played a strategic role behind the success of Mobinil as one of the executive and leadership team. After 13 years in Mobinil, he took a new challenge in his career as an entrepreneur, establishing “Sphere Smart Solution”, an entity that provides smart and innovative technologies to homes, buildings and offices. Sphere is considered after five years of its operations as one of the reputable and credible brands in the automation, audio/visual industry within the Egyptian market in the residential sector. Wael’s ambition is to make Sphere a leading entity delivering the highest SMART Homes customer experience and at the same time play a big role in the coming three years to increase the SMART Home penetration rate in Egypt through SMART Communities and Cities. Continuing the ambition and with a business and community development focus, Wael launched SITA Incubator (Supporting Innovation & Transformation Academy) in 2021 as a “Youth Incubator” that supports youth’s business ambitions and entrepreneurship ecosystem by enabling young entrepreneurs to build or transform their start-ups as well as accelerate SME’s businesses through different entrepreneurship programs developed and managed by SITA Incubator.


Laila Helmy
  • Laila Helmy
  • Egypt Head of Digita..
  • Egypt Head of Digital, IT and Innovation
  • AstraZeneca
  • AstraZeneca
  • Egypt
  • Laila Helmy is the Egypt Head of Digital, IT & Innovation at AstraZeneca. In her role, Laila orchestrates the Digital innovation agenda in Egypt, driving Digital Health innovations, business solutions and technologies and integrating it with the country’s strategy by fostering growth through innovation and partnering with all functions and therapy areas to drive impact. The Digital innovation function is instrumental in supporting patients, society, and the planet by deploying innovative solutions and fostering meaningful engagements with patients and healthcare professionals.

    Laila joined AstraZeneca in 2015 as an IT business partner and took on different Digital roles before heading the function in 2021 and becoming a member of the Egypt senior leadership team.  With a focus on business analysis and driving digital transformation using Cloud technology, Laila has 14 years of experience in business transformation through innovation  fostering a culture that appreciates the transformative power of digital advancements in healthcare, academia and beyond.. Laila holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computers and Information Technology at Cairo University, year 2010 and holds multiple certifications including Digital marketing from Google and Udacity and certified OKR Coach


Ahmed Mostafa
  • Ahmed Mostafa
  • Game Developer
  • Game Developer
  • SpaceMore Games
  • SpaceMore Games
  • Egypt
  • I am a passionate programmer with a strong background in software design, development, and integration. I have extensive experience in project management and game development, where I leverage my logical thinking, professionalism, and excellent problem-solving skills. As a professional indie game developer and the founder of SpaceMore Games, I am dedicated to creating unique and engaging gaming experiences that combine creativity with technical expertise. I am constantly exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in game development.


Mahmoud aglan
  • Mahmoud aglan
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Al- Arcade
  • Al- Arcade
  • Egypt
  • 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.


Hazem Allam
  • Hazem Allam
  • Community Manager /C..
  • Community Manager /Content Creator/Streamer
  • Freelancer
  • Freelancer
  • Egypt
  • online gamer since 2006, started streaming /content creation 2016 and now community manager.


Ahmed Mahmoud Abdeen
  • Ahmed Mahmoud Abdeen
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • ElGameya
  • ElGameya
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Mahmoud Abdeen is an accomplished engineer, project manager, and entrepreneur, who exemplifies the spirit of achievement. His professional journey began at just 14, working in his family’s business. Despite starting young, he excelled academically, achieving an impressive 99.6% in his high school exams. He pursued a degree in Communications and Electronics Engineering at Cairo University, followed by a Master’s in Business Administration from Heriot-Watt University in the UK.


    Throughout his career, Ahmed has been involved in significant collaborations with renowned organizations such as the British Council and IBM. His expertise extended to the Saudi market, where he successfully managed "Watheq," an electronic archiving company, securing key deals with the Saudi Ministry of Economy and the Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology, "Etidal."


    Ahmed’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to found "ElGameya," a financial technology company that has become a major player in the Egyptian and regional markets, attracting both local and international investments. He also formed a notable partnership with Alex Bank, part of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group. His achievements earned him a spot on Forbes’ 30Under30 list, which highlights young visionaries in the Middle East making an impact across various industries.


    Beyond his professional success, Ahmed has dedicated over 15 years to philanthropic efforts. He has been involved in organizations such as "Life Makers Egypt," the "Risala Charitable Association," and IEEE, leading to him receiving the prestigious Prince Philip Award. He achieved Bronze in 2016 and Gold in 2018, eventually becoming the honorary director of the Duke of Edinburgh International Award in Egypt.


    Ahmed's story is one of vision, perseverance, and a commitment to giving back, serving as an inspiration to those aiming to make a lasting, positive impact on the world.


Hisham Moawad
  • Hisham Moawad
  • Chief Information Se..
  • Chief Information Security Officer
  • Fawry
  • Fawry
  • Egypt
  • 24 years i the  Cyber Security field 

    Mostly in both Telecommunications and Fintech sectors 

    Currently assuming the role of CISO for FAWRY Banking Technology and Electronic Payments

    Exerting all efforts with amazing Cyber team for better and secure services to Fawry Customers 

    Previously, I was assuming the role of Cyber Security strategy, Planning & Design Sr. Manager in Vodafone


Ahmed Adel
  • Ahmed Adel
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Cardoo
  • Cardoo
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Adel is the visionary Founder and CEO of CardoO, a leading IoT and consumer electronics brand revolutionizing smart living in the MENA region. With over a decade of experience in the tech sector, Ahmed has positioned CardoO as a key player in making innovative, affordable technology accessible to the middle class in emerging markets. Recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 innovator, he combines a strong background in computer science, quality control, and full-stack development with an MBA, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen.


    Under Ahmed’s leadership, CardoO has rapidly grown, launching successful products like smartwatches, earbuds, and other IoT devices tailored to regional needs. He has secured significant funding, formed strategic partnerships, and driven CardoO’s expansion efforts, making it the go-to brand for localized tech solutions in the MENA market.


    Ahmed is a passionate advocate for leveraging technology to solve regional challenges, and he actively contributes to the tech ecosystem as a mentor, speaker, and thought leader. His commitment to innovation, customer-centric design, and market-specific solutions continues to inspire the next generation of tech entrepreneurs in the MENA region.


Zeyad Kelani
  • Zeyad Kelani
  • Assistant Professor
  • Assistant Professor
  • Cairo University
  • Cairo University
  • Egypt
  • Experienced Data Science and AI professional with a strong track record in geopolitical, macroeconomic, and risk management modeling and implementation. Passionate about driving data-driven solutions that address complex challenges. I bring deep knowledge of business and government landscapes across North America and the MENA region, combined with a proven ability to rebuild teams, establish strategies and processes, and optimize resources for maximum impact.

Karim El Hayawan
  • Karim El Hayawan
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Design Point Studio
  • Design Point Studio
  • Egypt
  • Karim El Hayawan – Bio 2023

     

     

    Karim El Hayawan cofounder of Design Point studios Interiors & Architecture alongside Nehal Leheta. Priding itself on its multidisciplinary nature, immersed in diverse aspects of design, art, cultural and social engagement.

     

    Design Point has collaborated and engaged with well respected designers, artists, artisans and institutions both regionally and internationally to produce an array of projects, products and installations.

     

    The studios’ diverse design ethos stems from the diversity of the founders interests, in addition to founding Design Point Studios-in Cairo in 2002, El Hayawan is continuously inspired by his hometown Cairo, relentlessly seeking visual vocabulary that defines the complexities of the ever-expanding urban metropolis; His work has been exhibited at the “Contemporary Arab Photography Biennale” at the Institut Du Monde Arabe inParis,  The Grid Cape Town Biennale in South Africa, the off-Biennale in Cairo titled “Something Else”, Abu Dhabi Art at Hafez Gallery, Cite Internationale Des Arts Paris, Art D’Egypt and Darb1718 in  Cairo, in  addition  to the Egyptian pavilion at Dak’art Biennale and CNN international. His work has been featured in numerous publications throughout the region.


Mohamed Shalaby
  • Mohamed Shalaby
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • MRkoon
  • MRkoon
  • Egypt
  • Co-founder of mrkoon ,Egypt

    Master of Industrial Engineering, Poland 

    team leader of Mahle Behr for Automotive,Germany


Yehia Ashour
  • Yehia Ashour
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Invia
  • Invia
  • Egypt
  • Yehia Ashour – Co-founder & CEO:

    Over 19 years in IB, Corporate Finance, and most importantly SME Financing. Prior to establishing INVIA, Yehia was the co-founder and Managing Director of Beltone SME the first Revenue Based Finance provider in Egypt, he was also Country Director at GroFin – a specialized SME financing company for 5 years. Yehia also managed The SME Equity Fund at Arab African Investment Management.

    Yehia holds a BS in Accounting & Finance from Faculty of Commerce, Cairo University and is an Accredited SME Consultant “ASMEC” – Association of Accredited Small Business Consultants – USA.


Kadija Salah
  • Kadija Salah
  • Gaming Vendor Manage..
  • Gaming Vendor Manager
  • Egypt
  • An experienced and passionate professional in the gaming industry, with a proven track record of success in project management, product placement, and vendor management. Possessing a deep understanding of the esports and gaming community, I am dedicated to fostering its growth and expansion through strategic initiatives and effective collaboration with stakeholders.


Mohamed Ahwal
  • Mohamed Ahwal
  • Founder & Managing D..
  • Founder & Managing Director
  • pmaestro
  • pmaestro
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Mounir is a seasoned entrepreneur and ICT consultant with over 18 years of experience guiding the growth of digital economy players. As founder and managing director of pmaestro, a venture studio & consulting boutique, he helps businesses in the MENA region achieve sustainable success through digital transformation. Mohamed's expertise lies in engineering complex projects, building tech-enabled ventures, and empowering teams with the skills they need to thrive in the digital landscape.

Ahmed Shoala
  • Ahmed Shoala
  • Commercial Director
  • Commercial Director
  • SETC Training Soluti..
  • SETC Training Solutions and Consultancy
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Shoala is a highly experienced Learning and Development (L&D) professional, Executive Leadership Coach, and Culture Transformation expert with over 18 years of experience. He has worked with multinational companies in Egypt and internationally, guiding the development of over 15,000 individuals by helping them understand how psychology, behavior, and team dynamics impact performance. His flexible coaching style helps organizations enhance their human capital by improving the capabilities of executives, managers, and employees, fostering better team structures, and enhancing communication.


    Shoala has worked across diverse industries, including FMCG, media, banking, real estate, NGOs, automotive, hospitality, and finance. His ability to connect with individuals at all levels has allowed him to facilitate immediate and long-term organizational changes. Whether guiding executives or frontline employees, Shoala’s coaching creates a lasting impact by addressing the human factors behind success.


    In his career as a Training Manager, Consultant, and Technical Development Consultant, Shoala has excelled in managing teams, identifying training needs, and designing tailored development programs. His psychological insights when working with trainees have earned him recognition throughout his career.


    He holds a master’s degree in training techniques from Purdue University, is a COPC-certified trainer, an AT&T Master International Trainer, and a United Quality Management Institute (UQMI) member. Additionally, he is a certified Executive and Leadership Coach by Marshall Goldsmith and holds certifications from Harvard Manage Mentor in Leading Others, Coaching, and Strategic Planning & Execution. Shoala’s commitment to leadership development and human potential has made him a sought-after expert, in transforming regional teams and organizations.


Mostafa Magdy
  • Mostafa Magdy
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Palma
  • Palma
  • Egypt
  • Mostafa graduated from the GUC in 2012. He worked in multiple jobs before starting Palma, a womenswear everyday fashion brand that mixes local art with international fashion trends. Palma has a big presence online and offline in the Egyptian market, and recently they started working in the GCC, Morocco, and Europe to try and sell their products all over the world.


Karim Radwan
  • Karim Radwan
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • The Diet Masters
  • The Diet Masters
  • Egypt
  • Physical therapist, content creator with over 1.8 M subs, Founder of The Diet Masters


Haytham Wagih
  • Haytham Wagih
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Avanz Capital Egypt
  • Avanz Capital Egypt
  • Egypt
  • Haytham joined Avanz Capital Egypt as a Managing Director. Haytham has more than 23 years of experience in the Egyptian financial sector including private equity, direct investing, and banking. He joins us from Growth Partners, which he founded to launch a series of PE funds focused on impact investing. His prior roles investing in SMEs include as Country Investment Executive: Egypt for GroFin, CEO & Managing Director for Delta Inspire and Managing Director and member of the Investment Committee for Arab African Investment Management. Haytham also served previously as the Head of Direct Investment Department at Banque Misr. 

    Haytham is an instructor at the American University in Cairo, School of Business on private equity, a founding board member and Vice Chairman of the Egyptian Private Equity Association, and qualified by the International Association of Consultants, Valuators and Analysts (IACVA) as an International Certified Valuation Specialist (ICVS). 

    Haytham holds an MBA degree in Finance and Banking from Maastricht School of Management (MSM) and a Bachelor of Commerce from Ain Shams University, English Section.


Ahmed Naguib
  • Ahmed Naguib
  • General Manager
  • General Manager
  • Bubblegum Factory
  • Bubblegum Factory
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Naguib is the CEO of food-focused media company HUMM Network, which was incubated by regional accelerator Flat6Labs in 2022, and currently stands at 2M followers and subscribers. He’s also the General Manager of Bubblegum Factory, the newly-formed digital arm of Bubblegum Advertising.


Tamer El-Manasterly
  • Tamer El-Manasterly
  • Co-founder & COO
  • Co-founder & COO
  • Qardy
  • Qardy
  • Egypt
  • MBA Holder

    17+ years of global experience in Financial Services Digital Transformation

Dina El-Shenoufy
  • Dina El-Shenoufy
  • Chief Investment Off..
  • Chief Investment Officer
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Ms. el-Shenoufy has 20 years of financial services experience managing venture capital and investment portfolios in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).  Prior to joining Flat6Labs- the leading startup accelerator and seed funding organization in MENA, from 2009-2011 Ms. el-Shenoufy worked as a Senior Analyst for Al-Ahly Capital Holding, where she was responsible for managing the Oil and Gas portfolio valued at over $200 million, as well as representing the company on the board of Egypt’s biggest producer of essential mineral oils, AMOC. Before that, Ms. El-Shenoufy held the position of Portfolio Manager at Beltone Asset Management, where she co-managed the MENA regional portfolio, valued at $28 million, acquiring great insight into the GCC, Levant and North African markets and business habits.


Mahmoud Elzomor
  • Mahmoud Elzomor
  • Co-founder & Group C..
  • Co-founder & Group CEO
  • Illa Logistics Holdi..
  • Illa Logistics Holding
  • Egypt
  • Proud father of two daughters,people oriented and sports addict. More than 18 years of experience in FMCG, Ex Coca-Cola and Clorox helding regional mangerial positions. Founded Illa 2019 offering integrated supplychain solutions, now the group has 3 companies and 6 business lines


Shehab Salah
  • Shehab Salah
  • Global Head Of Finan..
  • Global Head Of Finance
  • Noon - Social Learni..
  • Noon - Social Learning Platform
  • Egypt
  • Global Head of Finance at Noon - Social learning platform. A certified public accountant (CPA) Guam board of accountancy (USA) with one year of experience as a regional Finance Director at Majid Al Futtaim. Three years and half as a CFO of Jumia Egypt (E-commerce, JumiaPay and Jumia food), three years as a Statutory and tax regional leader at GE (General Electric) and seven years of experience with the big four audit firms (Ernst & Young 4 years – KPMG 3 years) specialized in assurance services across a variety of industries including the Manufacturing, utilities, NFP (Not for profit organizations) transportation and logistics. Hold two qualifications from Harvard Online Business School in FinTech and lead by Finance.


Nasser Ebrahim
  • Nasser Ebrahim
  • CMO Sigma Fit
  • CMO Sigma Fit
  • Sigma Fit
  • Sigma Fit
  • Egypt
  • Nasser Ebrahim is a distinguished Brand Architect and Chief Marketing Officer with over 14 years of extensive experience, currently leading Sigma Fit's marketing transformation. He excels in digital transformation and brand strategy, having led transformative projects across various industries. Nasser also serves as a marketing advisor and business consultant, providing expert guidance to large corporations, SMEs, and startups, particularly during their initial phases. His commitment to innovation is evident in his use of AI to drive business growth and enhance market presence, showcasing his ability to adapt and succeed in diverse business environments.


Sabrina Salama
  • Sabrina Salama
  • Head of MENA Partner..
  • Head of MENA Partnerships
  • Seedstars
  • Seedstars
  • Egypt
  • Sabrina is the Head of MENA Partnerships at Seedstars, working towards impacting people’s lives in emerging markets, through innovation and technology. Her everyday job consists in creating partnerships with the most relevant actors supporting entrepreneurship in the regional ecosystem, to create sustainable impact.

    Sabrina believes in the power of entrepreneurship as an answer to today’s challenges and the power of cross-border knowledge transfer. She has a real passion towards working on initiatives supporting entrepreneurs in their growth journey, especially women entrepreneurs.

    Prior to working in the entrepreneurship ecosystem, she worked as a Policy officer at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

    She currently lives between Paris and Cairo and also lived in the UK, Morocco and Qatar.

Jennifer Schoeberlein
  • Jennifer Schoeberlein
  • Partner, ESG & Impac..
  • Partner, ESG & Impact
  • Sawari Ventures
  • Sawari Ventures
  • Egypt
  • Jennifer is ESG & Impact Partner at the Cairo based VC firm Sawari Ventures. Her focus areas include ESG integration in the investment process, ESG risk assessment and capacity building for emerging market venture capital, as well as impact monitoring and reporting.

    Prior to working with Sawari Ventures, her career included positions at the Egyptian Junior Business Association, Transparency International, and HUMBOLDT-VIADRINA Governance Platform in  Berlin, where she worked in the fields of business integrity, anti-corruption, and SME capacity building.

    Jennifer studied in Hamburg/Germany and Sevilla/Spain and holds an M.Sc. in Social Sciences from the University of Hamburg.


Rasha Ghali
  • Rasha Ghali
  • CMO
  • CMO
  • Abu Auf - part of AG..
  • Abu Auf - part of AGTHIA GROUP
  • Egypt
  • Rasha serves as the Chief Marketing & Communication Officer in ABU AUF since September,2021. During the last 3 years, Rasha is a key member in the management team leading the due diligence for the Acquisition Deal  by AGHTIA that successfully materialized by end of 2022.

    Re-crafting the brand platform, driving category growth via growing new consumption occasions, innovating and renovating core for higher conversion & channel penetration are among the key highlights for Rasha’s years at Abu Auf. 


    Prior to her current role in Abu Auf, Rasha had held various positions at MARS WRIGLEY, the most recent being Chocolate Category Director – Developing Middle East & Africa region including markets like Egypt, Levant, Kenya & Morocco.

    Rasha is a results driven marketing executive with a passion for creating value through brand building & business development with more than 20 years of diverse experience within the CPG space on Snacks (MARS) and Beverages (HEINEKEN & most recently ABU AUF). 

    Rasha holds expertise in business planning, market & consumer insights analysis, brand building & communication, category & portfolio management, pricing & channel strategies, media planning, trade marketing & brand activations, new product development, innovations and white space expansions in wide spectrum of market models (direct coverage, distributor markets and hybrid).  

    Graduating with High Honors from the American University in Cairo, Rasha holds a Bachelor Degree of Arts in Business Administration. Aside from her mother tongue, Arabic, Rasha speaks English and German fluently. 

    Rasha is married and is a mother of 2 young boys.


Sherief Hassan
  • Sherief Hassan
  • Senior Marketing Man..
  • Senior Marketing Manager
  • Flat6labs
  • Flat6labs
  • Egypt
  • A marketer with over 15 years of eclectic experiences in agencies, corporates and startups

Ahmed Tarek
  • Ahmed Tarek
  • Co- CEO
  • Co- CEO
  • Tarek Nour Group
  • Tarek Nour Group
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed is the Co-CEO of Tarek Nour Holdings and servers on its board of directors. Before being named the Co-CEO in September 2020, Ahmed became a partner and was appointed to be the Group Managing Partner in January 2017, and he first joined the group in February 2000. Tarek Nour Holdings is comprised of 14 companies that operate in the fields of; advertising, media, film production, experience marketing, digital, out-of-home, events management & broadcasting. Tarek Nour Holdings became part of Omnicom (one of the biggest communications groups in the word) in 2008. Ahmed started his career in early 2000 and currently has 24 years of experience. He also headed DDB Group Egypt (one of the top three advertising agencies in the world), as its Managing Director for 3 years. Prior to heading DDB Group Egypt, Ahmed operated in Sudan for 5 years, founding two companies; Tarek Nour Sudana & The Box for outdoors, the later still leads the market to date. During Ahmed’s stay in Sudan, Ahmed was chosen, alongside 6 other members, to be part of MTN’s Global Brand Team, that was responsible for designing and implementing communications plans in 21 countries in Africa, Middle East & Europe. Besides his role in leading the group, Ahmed is directly responsible to overlook the growth of Long form Content, Properties, Events and International markets within the group. Across his career Ahmed has worked on more than 300 brands (local & International) and won a few international & regional awards. Ahmed has earned his bachelor degree of commerce, foreign trade & business administration from Helwan University in 1999 and attended several leadership & management programs by London School of Business, Harvard Business School & INSEAD. Turn on

Heba Ayad
  • Heba Ayad
  • CEO and Organization..
  • CEO and Organizational Development Consultant
  • Talent 360
  • Talent 360
  • Egypt
  • Heba Ayad is an accomplished Business Coach, HR & OD consultant, and Startup & HR trainer who specializes in assisting startups and SMEs in achieving success in their respective industries. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by these organizations, Heba utilizes her experience to provide valuable guidance and support. As the founder and CEO of Talent 360, Heba serves as a trusted HR & OD consultant for over 120 companies spanning diverse industries. Her extensive expertise encompasses talent management, employee engagement, organizational development, HR technology implementation, and building high-performing teams. By delivering comprehensive HR solutions and Business Coaching services, Heba empowers startups and SMEs to effectively manage their employees, streamline HR processes, and focus on core operations to drive business growth. Heba's educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the German University in Cairo, as well as a dual master's degree in Development and Business Administration. This educational foundation equips her with a strong understanding of the specific needs and challenges faced by startups and SMEs. In addition to her role at Talent 360, Heba actively mentors and provides training to startups in their early and growth stages through well-known entities such as Enpact, Flat6Labs, and Nilepreneurs. Her dedication to supporting the success of startups and SMEs has resulted in partnerships with organizations like GIZ Egypt, where she actively contributes to various projects aimed at empowering these enterprises. T

Bahaa Farouk
  • Bahaa Farouk
  • Chief Transformation..
  • Chief Transformation Officer
  • Suez Canal Bank
  • Suez Canal Bank
  • Egypt
  • Bahaa is graduated in Computer Science 2005, also he holds two masters’ degrees in Computer Science and Business Administration, of more than 20 years’ experience Information Technology, Telco, Banking & Financial Services, Cloud and Digital Transformation in Egypt, Gulf, and Europe worked for Huawei, HP, Ooredoo, Vodafone, Banque Misr and Currently, at Suez Canal Bank, as Chief Transformation Officer leads the digital and data transformation adopting best in class solutions and agile operating model.

Rasha Rady
  • Rasha Rady
  • Co-Founder
  • Co-Founder
  • Chefaa
  • Chefaa
  • Egypt
  • She has MD & PhD in Pediatrics since 2018. She has been practicing medicine since 2008 & started teaching in 2019. Although growing in her comfort zone, she knew her patients wanted more. Together, with Doaa Aref, they founded Chefaa with the mission to digitize an industry to safely improve patients’ compliance through improving accessibility & affordability in a comprehensive approach. Being a bookworm and thirsty to learn as she is, Dr. Rasha is taking all the learnings she can take every day from her co-founder who has an entrepreneurial background as well as every employee and opportunity she comes across

Mary Adib
  • Mary Adib
  • Programs Technical D..
  • Programs Technical Director
  • Gemini Africa
  • Gemini Africa
  • Egypt
  • Mary Adib is the Programs Technical Director at Gemini Africa. With over 20 years of diversified experience in electronics engineering, software development, human resources management, business and operations management, and entrepreneurship, Mary brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table. Mary offers consultations in human resources, capacity building, leadership, and change management. She has a special interest in youth empowerment and making a positive impact, actively engaging in both the entrepreneurial and creative industries. As part of her role at Gemini Africa, she plays a key part in developing and implementing programs that support startups and MSMEs, particularly in underserved regions like Upper Egypt. Her efforts include fostering ecosystems that promote social entrepreneurship and creative industries, with a strong focus on women’s economic empowerment. Through her involvement in various developmental programs, Mary provides support to startups, offering one-on-one coaching to young talents in areas such as self-development, leadership, workplace ethics, and team building. Her commitment to youth and entrepreneurship extends to her work in business development, where she leverages her strong belief in matchmaking to connect startups and young entrepreneurs with key players and opportunities, helping to drive economic empowerment and sustainability within the ecosystems she supports. Being part of Gemini Africa, also helps Mary to contribute to the development of creative industries by participating in initiatives like CinemaTech, which aims to bridge the gap between entrepreneurship and the filmmaking industry. Mary’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs and her hands-on approach to creating impactful programs demonstrate her passion for leading change and making a difference in the community.

Adly Thoma
  • Adly Thoma
  • Chairman & CEO
  • Chairman & CEO
  • Gemini Africa
  • Gemini Africa
  • Egypt
  • Adly Thoma is the visionary Chairman & CEO of Gemini Africa, a startups and MSMEs enabler that is revolutionizing the Egyptian entrepreneurial ecosystem. Under his dynamic leadership, Gemini Africa bridges the gap between entrepreneurs and the business world, offering innovative investment models, untapped business opportunities, and groundbreaking programs in social entrepreneurship and the creative industries. With a special focus on empowering women, his mission is to drive economic empowerment and the development of the Egyptian ecosystem. Thoma's relentless pursuit of innovation is exemplified by the launch of CinemaTech, the world's first entrepreneurial track dedicated to the filmmaking industry—a pioneering initiative for which he holds the intellectual property rights. This game-changing track has set a global benchmark by introducing entrepreneurship into new creative realms. Gemini Africa, under Thoma's guidance, has delivered over 20 innovative developmental programs across diverse sectors, fostering a legacy of success. Graduates from these programs have gained international recognition, winning prestigious awards at the Cannes International Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, Shark Tank Egypt, and the Egypt Entrepreneur Awards (EEA). The company has partnered with esteemed organizations such as the USAID, British Council, UNDP, African Development Bank, European Union, and many others, demonstrating a flexible and tailored approach to meet the unique needs of its beneficiaries. Beyond his role at Gemini Africa, Thoma serves as the Vice Chair of the Advisory Board for the Faculty of Design & Arts at the British University in Egypt and has an extensive background in education being a Professor of Practice at the University of Agora (USA), and a lecturer at the State University of New York (Oswego). His impact is further magnified through his role as a Worldwide Project Management Consultant for Schlumberger, guiding projects in 85 countries.

Mohamed Hesham
  • Mohamed Hesham
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Galaxy Gaming/ Cosmi..
  • Galaxy Gaming/ Cosmic Esports / Sia Space
  • Egypt

Yehia Fares
  • Yehia Fares
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • OC Sport
  • OC Sport
  • Egypt
  • Founder and CEO at OC Sport. Founder and CEO at HEWAYA Chairman of Olympic Champion Club Egyptian Esports Federation Consultant

Yusuf Fahmy
  • Yusuf Fahmy
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Conix.Ai
  • Conix.Ai
  • Egypt
  • Yusuf Fahmy, a distinguished architect specialized in evolutionary computation, holds a Master's Degree in Advanced Design and Digital Architecture from Spain. His architecture career spans diverse projects globally, from small bungalows to entire new cities. Notably, he has crafted hospitals, hotels, mixed-use structures, and billion-dollar ventures across Malaysia, Maldives, Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Turkey, and Egypt. Beyond his architectural feats, Yusuf wears two hats: that of an entrepreneurial mind who founded Naseej and CONIX.AI, and that of a visionary architect with a wealth of worldwide experience.

Hamdy Khalil
  • Hamdy Khalil
  • vp engineering
  • vp engineering
  • Cartona
  • Cartona
  • Egypt

Nahla Ibrahim
  • Nahla Ibrahim
  • Director of Project..
  • Director of Project Management
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Nahla Ibrahim is the Director of Project Management & Data, Monitoring & Evaluation Department at Flat6Labs overseeing the MENA region. She holds an MBA in Global Business Management from ESLSCA Paris Business School. Her 12+ years of experience in the development field covers cultural, educational and health sectors. Prior to joining Flat6Labs she has worked at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA), Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Magdi Yacoub Heart Foundation (MYF). Nahla’s experience covers a wide scope of work including monitoring and evaluation, fundraising and grants management, capacity building, projects sustainability and working in a multicultural work environment. She is passionate in pursuing and supporting the entrepreneurs and startups to grow and develop their businesses into the competitive market successfully.

Bahaa othman
  • Bahaa othman
  • Security Services Di..
  • Security Services Director
  • Group-IB
  • Group-IB
  • Egypt
  • A Cybersecurity Expert with more than 20 years of experience in Cybersecurity, He was the CISO of Fawry, FAB, and EGX, and a consultant for many government entities and companies. He also teaches cybersecurity for students in ITI for more than 15 years. currently He is a Security Services Director for Group-IB, one of the biggest international cybersecurity companies in the world focusing on Cyber Investigations and Incident Response.

mohamed Adam
  • mohamed Adam
  • Co-Founder
  • Co-Founder
  • Rawmart
  • Rawmart
  • Egypt
  • Entrepreneur and learner developing and launching successful tech companies and markets from scratch to growth. having led tech companies in early stages ( Careem , Glovo , Delivery Hero , SWVL , DiDi ) from the ground up through multiple phases

Islam El-Tiar
  • Islam El-Tiar
  • Director of Customer..
  • Director of Customer Value Management
  • WaffarX
  • WaffarX
  • Egypt
  • As the Director of Customer Value Management at WaffarX, I lead efforts to boost customer retention and engagement through strategic, data-driven solutions. My expertise lies in developing customer-centric loyalty programs that drive growth and enhance customer lifetime value. Before joining WaffarX, I was a Senior BI Analyst at Gameball, where I helped design and implement gamification and loyalty strategies that significantly improved user engagement and business performance. I also have a rich background in the telecommunications and loyalty industries, having served as CVM Supervisor at Etisalat Misr and Senior Data Analyst at Dsquares, where I led key initiatives to optimize customer experience and loyalty programs. I’m passionate about sharing insights on data analytics and customer value management, often speaking at workshops and industry events. My focus is on helping businesses make data-driven decisions that foster long-term success an

Ziad Mayhob
  • Ziad Mayhob
  • Accounting and Gover..
  • Accounting and Government Services Lead
  • Entlaq
  • Entlaq
  • Egypt
  • This Ziad Mayhob, I am leading Entlaq's finance team and the clients engagement with the GoE

Mohamed Alwasli
  • Mohamed Alwasli
  • PROPTEX Program Mana..
  • PROPTEX Program Manager
  • PROPTEX
  • PROPTEX
  • Yemen
  • 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”

Ahmed Nagib
  • Ahmed Nagib
  • Product Manager
  • Product Manager
  • EdVentures
  • EdVentures
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Nagib is the Product Manager at Edventures, with over 9 years of experience in the technology sector and business development. His expertise lies in leading successful market launches, managing strategic partnerships, and driving product innovation. Ahmed has worked with various leading companies, including Sand Technologies, Mrsool, and Lucky, where he was integral in shaping their market presence and expanding their operations in competitive environments. At Edventures, Ahmed plays a key role in overseeing product development and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver cutting-edge solutions that cater to the evolving needs of the education and startup sectors. His passion for technology and innovation drives him to explore new ways to enhance products and improve user experiences. Throughout his career, Ahmed has cultivated strong relationships with industry leaders, startups, and organizations, allowing him to foster valuable collaborations and joint ventures. His ability to navigate the complexities of market dynamics has helped companies achieve significant growth and impact, particularly within fast-paced environments. Ahmed’s diverse background in business development, sales, and partnerships gives him a unique perspective on how to align product strategies with broader business goals. He is known for his problem-solving skills, adaptability, and deep understanding of the local and international startup ecosystem. His commitment to helping businesses and startups succeed continues to shape his work at Edventures and beyond.

Hania Tarek
  • Hania Tarek
  • Program Manager
  • Program Manager
  • Plug and Play Tech C..
  • Plug and Play Tech Center
  • Egypt
  • Program Manager at Plug and Play Tech Centre for Egypt's Smart Cities Innovation Hub. Hania has previous experience in running the business incubator Orange Corners Upper Egypt in Assiut that was aiming to support Egyptian youth to start their own sustainable busineses. She was also a Youth Taskforce Member for Road Safety under the World Health Organisation. She has a passion for social development, sustainability and innovation and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the American University in Cairo with a minor in Com

Ali Wahba
  • Ali Wahba
  • Co-Founder/CBO
  • Co-Founder/CBO
  • Armstrong
  • Armstrong
  • Egypt
  • Ali Wahba is a seasoned entrepreneur with over 8 years of experience in the educational sector, blending his technical expertise in electronics engineering with strategic business development. He is the owner of Armstrong, the leading STEM solutions provider for governments and schools in the MENA region, and the Engineering for Kids’ American franchise in Egypt, established in 2015. Ali holds a business diploma from AAST and studied Digital Marketing at the University of Illinois-Urbana, where he sharpened his entrepreneurial and marketing skills. Throughout his career, he has founded numerous successful startups in education and tech solutions, shaping the future of STEM education in the region.

Akma Elhak
  • Akma Elhak
  • Financial Advisor
  • Financial Advisor
  • xxxx
  • xxxx
  • Egypt
  • An active Financial Advisor and board member with over 23 years of professional experience within diverse industries and projects. Throughout my career, I have worked with multinational, regional and local companies in addition to USAID funded project. I was the financial Controller for Asia and the Middle East for a multinational company. I did not only perform the technical activities but managed to build the capacity of the local teams in my domain. I have an experience in financial management, treasury, budgeting, planning, costing, internal auditing, M & A, restructuring, supply chain, IT, human resources and legal affairs. Managed the financial side of a USAID funded grants program with General Dynamics, conducted financial audits, monitoring, and ensuring that the grants adhere to the contractual obligations. Served as a financial professional in an array of sectors; mainly ICT, trade, FMCG, health, agriculture, poultry and automotive

Seif Hakim
  • Seif Hakim
  • Design Thinking Prog..
  • Design Thinking Programs Manager
  • AUC Venture Lab
  • AUC Venture Lab
  • Egypt
  • Seif Hakim is a 29-year-old professional and the current AUC Venture Lab Design Thinking Programs Manager with 5 years of experience and a multifaceted background, spanning communications, digital marketing, and startup coaching. Seif has honed his skills in fostering founders' growth and facilitating the development of innovative ventures. Holding certification as a design thinking coach from IDEO, Seif is deeply committed to supporting early-stage and idea-stage startups in validating, launching, and scaling their businesses. Seif Hakim is poised to excel as a dynamic business consultant, bringing forth insights and solutions that propel organizations toward success.

Amr	Al-Awamry
  • Amr Al-Awamry
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • RightSolutions
  • RightSolutions
  • Egypt
  • Amr Abdelhamid Al-Awamry is the CEO and founder of RightSolutions, an engineering services consultancy specializing in business consultations for SMEs and startups. With a focus on fostering innovation and supporting sustainable business practices, RightSolutions offers tailor-made solutions to empower the entrepreneurship ecosystem. Under Amr’s leadership, RightSolutions has designed and executed incubation programs that guide ventures from ideation through to scale-up and investment readiness. Amr brings over two decades of experience in research, development, and teaching in the fields of Microwave Devices, Antenna Design, and IoT. In addition to his role at RightSolutions, he serves as Professor at Benha Faculty of Engineering and as Executive Manager of the Benha University Biotechnology Incubator, the first of its kind in Egypt, dedicated to biotech startups. His leadership in innovation is bolstered by a strong foundation in Design Thinking and his commitment to sustainable development.

Mohamed Ehab
  • Mohamed Ehab
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Entlaq
  • Entlaq
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Ehab is the CEO of Entalq. Mohamed brings experience of 6+ years in entrepreneurship,operations, and engineering in several different sectors, including E-mobility, Robotics, and Ride-sharing. Before joining Entlaq Holding, Mohamed was the head of Operations at Rabbit Mobility (Founding team). Also, Mohamed had engineering and management experience at Radii Robotics in the USA and led a manufacturing e-mobility entity that competed in top international competitions. In addition to that, Mohamed was recognized among Forbes’ Middle East 30 Under 30 List. Mohamed holds an engineering Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from the German University in Cairo and a Bachelor’s thesis in Medical Robotics from the University of Twente in The Netherlands

Omar Rizk
  • Omar Rizk
  • Co-founder ,Managing..
  • Co-founder ,Managing Director
  • Entlaq
  • Entlaq
  • Egypt
  • Omar Rezk manages the think tank and strategy operations at Entlaq; the operations core focus spans from entrepreneurship policies, developing capacity building programs, and producing research products. Rezk started his career at Cleopatra Holding as International Markets Analyst focusing on the firm's expansion strategy in MENA markets before joining Beltone's Investment Banking Division After Beltone, Rezk joined LYNX Advisors where he executed a number of sectoral research products assessing the Transportation and Industrial strategies of the GoE and advising F&B, Ride-hailing, Oil & Gas, and automotive MNCs. Before Entlaq, Rezk joined Uber as an Operations Specialist as part of the Uber Bus' MEA team and oversaw supply pricing and unit economics model. Furthermore, Rezk was selected among the Forbes Middle East 30 Under 30 list. Rezk holds a BA in Political Science from the American University in Cairo and completed an Executive Education program in Business Analytics from the Wharton School - University of Pennsylvania. Rezk is an avid supporter of Al Ahly Football Club with a passion for cinematic arts, photography, and diving

Radawa El Amir
  • Radawa El Amir
  • Partnerships & PR Ma..
  • Partnerships & PR Manager
  • Entlaq Holding
  • Entlaq Holding
  • Egypt
  • A social enterprise thrive who worked in fields of communications and business development with solid experience in community engagement activities, capacity building, financial and gender inclusion approaches in the agriculture, telecommunications and fintech sectors. In addition to extensive experience with donors and international development projects. Radwa helps organizations to create a solid network of stakeholders, partners, users, and community services to maintain sustainable business lines, business performance and impactful work to reach their goals and fulfill their vision.

Fathi Mohamed
  • Fathi Mohamed
  • Head of business dev..
  • Head of business development
  • EYouth
  • EYouth
  • Egypt
  • Fathi is a seasoned Business Development Manager with over 6 years of comprehensive experience across multiple industries. Specializing in business growth and strategic execution, he has a proven track record in B2B sales, strategic partnerships, and market expansion. As a Head of the Business Development Sector at EYouth - the Middle East’s learning powerhouse, Fathi leads the commercial arm of EYouth and plays a pivotal role in the company's ongoing success

Aya Ismail
  • Aya Ismail
  • Co founder - Program..
  • Co founder - Programs Director
  • Entlaq
  • Entlaq
  • Egypt
  • Aya is a Co-Founder and Programs Director at Entlaq Holding. Aya leads the strategic development of a diverse array of programs designed to equip startups and individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the Egyptian Ecosystem. From capacity-building initiatives to corporate innovation, incubation, and accelerator programs, her work ensures entrepreneurs are prepared to navigate the complexities of their journeys. Outside of Entlaq, Aya is a professional public speaking coach, with almost 10 years of experience empowering people to excel in public speaking and pitch with confidence.

Mostafa Gabr
  • Mostafa Gabr
  • Productivity Consult..
  • Productivity Consultant
  • Be Productive
  • Be Productive
  • Egypt
  • Mostafa Gabr is a productivity consultant and the owner of the documented methodology from the Ministry of Culture under the field of psychology, trained many companies and trained more than 250 people in MENA on a journey of be productive over 3 years. Productivity consultant for company owners, and coaching such as SUTRA, CURVA, GIB GAS, ZADA, GLORIA and others. Provide consultation advice to more than 80 people on providing productivity and changing the way of thinking. Presented as a lecturer in productivity in some events (Cairo Techne summit, Missing point, and Youth Activities Hub).

Ebrahem Anwar
  • Ebrahem Anwar
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • ElMawkaa
  • ElMawkaa
  • Egypt
  • Serial entrepreneur, 13 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

Sara	Adel
  • Sara Adel
  • CSR, Sustainability..
  • CSR, Sustainability and Foundation Manager
  • e& Egypt
  • e& Egypt
  • Egypt
  • Being recognized as one of the top 10 Sustainability leaders by Mobile Magazine in 2023, Sara Adel brings in more than 20 years of experience in the development field. She has been spearheading and leading long and short-term development programs for social responsibility and community development across the field in organizations and corporates. She utilizes the sum of all her experience currently with e& Egypt by leading the Sustainability mission, the CSR program and e& Egypt Foundation

Mohamed Alaa
  • Mohamed Alaa
  • Chief Executive Offi..
  • Chief Executive Officer
  • Shezlong
  • Shezlong
  • Egypt
  • Mohammed has an extensive management experience of over 5 years across governmental and private sector. During his studies at the American university in Cairo he had the chance to be exposed to a wide diverse community. He had several leadership positions among several student organizations along with being the youngest advisor to the dean of students and the president of the university. He was also in charge of restructuring AUC student life the chance that gave him a great experience in organizations restructures and change management. After graduation He started his political career by joining the presidential campaign of the current president of Egypt. This experience gave him the chance of working of wide national projects along with a wide network of national and international officials. He then joined Shezlong as the strategy and growth director to oversee the strategies and the business development activities of the company. He then gets appointed to be the CEO of the company responsible of developing and executing the company’s business strategies along with leading the company growth. During his term he managed to fully restructure the company, define clear business goals and hit a high growth rate. He also was recognized as a national and regional sports champion in Swimming and archery which turned into strengthening his personality. Mohammed holds B.A form the American university in Cairo with a major in computer engineering. He holds a project management diploma from Riti institute.

    This experience gave him the chance of working of wide national projects along with a wide network of national and international officials. He then joined Shezlong as the strategy and growth director to oversee the strategies and the business development activities of the company. He then gets appointed to be the CEO of the company responsible of developing and executing the company’s business strategies along with leading the company growth. During his term he managed to fully restructure the company, define clear business goals and hit a high growth rate. He also was recognized as a national and regional sports champion in Swimming and archery which turned into strengthening his personality. Mohammed holds B.A form the American university in Cairo with a major in computer engineering. He holds a project management diploma from Riti institute.
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Ihab	Elsokary
  • Ihab Elsokary
  • Co-Founder & CMO
  • Co-Founder & CMO
  • Amanleek
  • Amanleek
  • Egypt
  • Co-founder & Chief Marketing Officer of Amanleek a leading Egyptian Insurtech , Ihab is a marketing strategist with a passion for product innovation and value-driven growth. He leverages the power of data and deep customer understanding for effective customer acquisition strategies and building long-lasting brand affinity and trust, driving Amanleek to become a pioneer in Insurtech in Egypt.

Bavly Daoud
  • Bavly Daoud
  • Endemic medicine res..
  • Endemic medicine resident
  • Cairo university hos..
  • Cairo university hospitals
  • Egypt
  • I am a dedicated resident physician specializing in gastroenterology and hepatology at Cairo University Hospitals, where I combine my passion for medicine with a commitment to advancing healthcare. Alongside my medical career, I am also pursuing my master’s degree, a journey that enriches my knowledge and expertise in the field. However, my journey doesn’t end within the walls of hospitals and academic institutions. Three years ago, I embarked on an unexpected yet rewarding path: content creation and gaming. With a focus on educational content related to medicine, I began streaming on platforms like Facebook and Twitch, where my blend of clinical insights and engaging gameplay attracted a growing community. My love for gaming led me to achieve partnerships with some of the biggest names in the industry, including Facebook, Twitch, and Riot Games. These partnerships have given me the opportunity to contribute to an emerging space where gaming, education, and professional development intersect. Throughout my career as a gamer and streamer, I have had the privilege of participating in some of the most prestigious esports events, including the Saudi Arabia Esports World Cup and exclusive events hosted by Riot Games. These experiences have allowed me to merge my expertise in medicine with the rapidly evolving world of esports and gaming, creating unique opportunities for innovation and collaboration. As someone who balances the demanding life of a medical professional with the dynamic challenges of content creation and competitive gaming, I am committed to continuously learning, growing, and sharing my journey with others. I believe that the intersection of technology,

Shehab Samir
  • Shehab Samir
  • Director of Customer..
  • Director of Customer Happiness
  • MoneyFellows
  • MoneyFellows
  • Egypt
  • Shehab comes with 17 years of extensive experience in customer happiness & operations management, customer journey design & implementation, strategic planning & execution, business transformation & governance model, people Management, talent management & leadership.

    Shehab is experience of global leadership at scale in different industries (Telecommunication, Logistics , Supply chain, E-commerce & Fin-Tech, focus on the whole customer life cycle.

    Shehab joined Vodafone Group Shared Services in 2007 where he had different roles among which was leading scaled operations, Vodafone AUS, NZ, Qatar & UK Offshore operations and partner management.

    Shehab joined Aramex Egypt Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage in 2018 managing the whole customer life cycle for B2B & B2C since the on-boarding until churn by building a contact strategy which includes all the stakeholders applying the RACI model with agreed service level for each stage in the customer life cycle generating multiple continuous improvement & cost optimization initiatives and ensuring tangible savings from operational plans as multiskilling. 

    Shehab joined Homzmart E-commerce a One-Stop-shop platform specialized in home goods and furniture sector through visual content technologies in 2020 as VP of customer operations.

    Shehab joined Moneyfellows Fintech company trusted & convenient Money Circles in 2021, his role entailed being the primary responsible all customer journey design for our strategic objectives with full accountability of performance management, people management and customer experience, overall relationship to ensure the implementation of the B2B & B2C customer happiness strategy, also design and implementation of a clear top level engagement and governance strategy including regular partner review forums. offer first class communication skills and ability to translate strategy into actions, change operating models and improve overall customer experience.

Mr Younis
  • Mr Younis
  • Talent /streamer
  • Talent /streamer
  • YonesGaming
  • YonesGaming
  • Egypt
  • Ex PROplayer_esport analyst and Host / caster_streamer (fb_yt_tiktok_trovo_)

Peter Hassaballah
  • Peter Hassaballah
  • Founder
  • Founder
  • Lost Stars Distribut..
  • Lost Stars Distribution
  • Egypt
  • A software engineer who has an entrepreneur soul. Previous experience in Fin-tech, Ad-tech and Engineering sectors.

Fady	Elkholy
  • Fady Elkholy
  • Founder | CEO
  • Founder | CEO
  • Cartona Studios
  • Cartona Studios
  • Egypt
  • Fady Elkholy is a 25-year-old Egyptian filmmaker who founded Cartona Studios in 2017. A graduate of the German University in Cairo with a degree in Applied Arts and Sciences, he has taken on various roles in filmmaking, including writing, directing, editing, and animation. Fady's passion lies in storytelling, with a special focus on sharing narratives that reflect Egyptian culture and identity. He constantly seeks fresh ideas and enjoys challenging himself creatively by trying out and merging latest technologies with filmmaking.

Moataz Lotfy
  • Moataz Lotfy
  • Group Senior Directo..
  • Group Senior Director of BD & Partnerships
  • valu
  • valu
  • Egypt
  • Motaz Lotfy has an impressive background in the financial technology solutions industry. He began his career by joining the two largest mobile network operators, where he focused on product and business development for their mobile financial service platforms and digital wallets. Additionally, he gained valuable experience in the Mobile Financial Services division of CIB. In 2019, Motaz co-founded Raseedy, a pioneering company that obtained the first open-loop mobile wallet license in the country. Raseedy made significant strides in the industry before Motaz exited the company in 2020. Undeterred, he embarked on a new venture and co-founded Paynas. Paynas broke new ground by becoming the first company to introduce a co-branded card to the market. Motaz's entrepreneurial efforts did not go unnoticed, as Paynas was acquired by Valu in 2022. Currently, he holds the esteemed position of Group Senior Director of Business Development and Partnerships at Valu. In this role, Motaz leverages his extensive expertise to drive growth and forge strategic alliances for the company. Motaz graduated from the American university in Cairo with a bachelor of Art in Business Administration.

Omar El Kady
  • Omar El Kady
  • Co-Founder
  • Co-Founder
  • Lost Stars Distribut..
  • Lost Stars Distribution
  • Egypt
  • A filmmaker based in Alexandria Graduated from higher Cinema institute, Directing department. A former law and psychology student, but in 2019 decided to follow my passion in filmmaking. I directed 4 short movies; 2 of which are documentaries. I participated in a bunch of scenario-writing workshops, as I love to write my own movies so much to an extent that I participated in writing other movie scripts as well. Winner of (Medhat Al Adl - Dahab 2019), My third film is named " Maybe He's Forgot " has won the Alexandria Mediterranean Film Festival (37th) for best student short film ( 2021) The Premiere of my film "Coffee and Cigarettes and Other Stuff" was at the Jerusalem film festival (7th). My latest film is my graduation project movie "The Last Dance" , it should come out to light in a matter of few weeks.

Mohayira	Mohamed
  • Mohayira Mohamed
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • V Digital
  • V Digital
  • Egypt
  • Mohayira, co-founder and managing director of V Agency, is a marketing and visual media professional leading Mahdys group’s communication arm. After several years of strategy building for brands in the San Francisco, Mohayira moved her passion for Communication and international experience to Egypt and founded V in partnership with Mahdys. Today, she splits her time between brand-building with V, and her long-time passion for the arts, bringing her vision to life in campaigns that are creatively led by her. Mohayira’s focus on campaigns that break the mould has allowed her to become a frontrunner in Digital communication in the fields of Design and consumer products - where she and her agency manage brands’ communication from A to Z, including branding, digital production, and events and on-ground activations

Aisha Hassan
  • Aisha Hassan
  • Psychologist
  • Psychologist
  • 100millionsehanafsya..
  • 100millionsehanafsya initiative
  • Egypt
  • ولايف كوتش معتمد من الicf وصاحبة اكاديمة الزهوة للتدريب والاستشارات ومؤسس مبادرة ١٠٠مليون_صحة_نفسية . بدأ إهتمامها منذ فترة كبيرة بمجال الصحة النفسية، وخاصة لدي الأمهات والأسر والأطفال، وهي لديها أنشطة كثيرة في هذا المجال. لاحظت ازدياد المشاكل السلوكية والنفسية في الآونة الأخيرة، وخاصة بعد الكورونا. ولهذا أطلقت مبادرة تدعو فيها المتخصصين والمهتمين لتحرك سويا بشكل منظم لرفع الوعى حول المرض النفسى، والفرق بينه وبين الاضطراب، وتطوير برامج للكشف المبكر عن الامراض والاضطرابات النفسية، و نشر مفاهيم وتطبيق اساليب تعديل السلوك والعلاج. وتهدف المبادرة الي تعزيز الصحه النفسيه لدى أفراد المجتمع المصري باستخدام وسائل الدعم النفسي ، ونشره عبر عدة وسائط معرفية ومن خلال تقديم البرامج والفعاليات المتنوعة لتغير نظره المجتمع للمرض النفسي للوصول إلى مجتمع يسعى للسواء في خلال أشهر قليلة وصل عدد المهتمين والداعمين والمتخصصين الذين انضموا للمبادرة حوالى ٣٠ الف شخص، على جروب على الفيسبوك باسم ١٠٠ مليون صحة نفسية. وكذلك تواصل معها عدد كبير من الشخصيات والجمعيات فى الدول العربية للانضمام للمبادرة ونشرها فى الوطن العربى. كونت اكتر من لجنة داخل المبادرة، وتم تنظيم والمشاركة في العديد من الأنشطة على ارض الواقع لتحقيق اهداف المبادرة. وتوجت هذه المجهودات أخير بتنظيم أول منتدي للصحة النفسية التكاملية.

Ahmed Elkarrany
  • Ahmed Elkarrany
  • Green Growth and Job..
  • Green Growth and Job accelerators Project Manager
  • UNDP
  • UNDP
  • Egypt
  • Since 1999,Ahmed El Karrany has been involved in a wide range of program management, training, and consulting roles across international institutions, governmental and private sectors, community development organizations, and human and cultural development initiatives. His work spans local, national, and international contexts, significantly impacting both his personal and professional lives. Over the past 25 years, he has acquired extensive experience in Economic Empowerment Programs, MSMEs and Entrepreneurship ecosystems, as well as Governmental and Non-Governmental partnerships and networks development. His expertise encompasses various aspects of Organizational Management, including Project Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Business Restructuring, Impact Investment, Digital Transformation, and Green Circularity.

Abdelrahman Saud Morad
  • Abdelrahman Saud Morad
  • Data and AI, Content..
  • Data and AI, Content Learning Architect
  • Udacity
  • Udacity
  • Egypt
  • Manager of Learning Technologists at Udacity, I lead a team of passionate and talented professionals who are dedicated to creating and delivering high-quality online learning experiences in the fields of AI and Data. With over 10 years of experience in software development, data science, and machine learning, I have a strong background and expertise in designing and implementing scalable and robust solutions for various domains and industries.

Soha Abas
  • Soha Abas
  • Head of Omnichannel,..
  • Head of Omnichannel, Digital Health, Director, Transformational leader.
  • gsk
  • gsk
  • Egypt
  • Global , International & local Experience with +17 years of diversified experience in digital Marketing, omnichannel, Marketing, Medical, training & Sales in the biggest multinational companies Novartis then Astrazeneca and currently GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals .

Yomna El Ninnie
  • Yomna El Ninnie
  • People and Culture M..
  • People and Culture Manager
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • As the People and Culture Manager at Flat6Labs, I’m all about creating a supportive, energetic environment where our team feels valued and can do their best work. My focus is on boosting engagement, helping people grow, and making sure our People & Culture efforts align with our bigger goals as a company.

Lydia Kamiel
  • Lydia Kamiel
  • Fintech & Tech-Enabl..
  • Fintech & Tech-Enabled Partnerships Lead
  • CIB
  • CIB
  • Egypt
  • Lydia Kamiel is a startup partnerships lead, dedicated to supporting the growth and success of innovative ventures. With over 5 years of experience, she has worked closely with a diverse portfolio of 100+ startups, providing guidance and support at every stage of their journey. Drawing on her extensive background in marketing, acceleration programs, and banking, Lydia understands the unique challenges and opportunities faced by startups. Her expertise extends from identifying market gaps and developing solid business models to initiating strategic partnerships that drive growth and impact.

Khalid Hemida
  • Khalid Hemida
  • founder
  • founder
  • DIGITISED
  • DIGITISED
  • Egypt
  • Khalid Cook, also known as Khalid Hemida, is a visionary entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in digital services and business development. As the CEO of DIGITISED and several other Middle Eastern digital companies, he has consistently pioneered innovative solutions, helping businesses thrive in competitive markets.Khalid's entrepreneurial journey began early. At 15, he launched his first online business in Egypt, offering web hosting services with servers based in the USA. By 21, he had established a successful internet services company in the UK, specializing in Virtual Private Servers (VPS) and Dedicated Servers in 14 global locations. His international outlook was evident from the start, and he quickly became a forward-thinker in emerging technologies like cryptocurrency, ICOs, and blockchain.In 2016, he founded IPv4Mall, a company providing IPv4 addresses to clients worldwide, demonstrating his ability to recognize and meet market needs. He further expanded his digital footprint as CEO of HostSailor, a Dubai-based web hosting company, where he leads efforts to implement cutting-edge technologies, including cryptocurrency and blockchain, solidifying HostSailor's position as a leader in the digital services and web hosting sectors.In 2019, Khalid founded DIGITISED in the UAE, a venture that represents his commitment to advancing technology and business. With a passion for the arts, inspired by his artistic upbringing, Khalid launched "Project D" under DIGITISED. This initiative is dedicated to archiving and digitizing Egypt’s cultural heritage, a unique effort in Egypt and the Middle East.Driven by a mission to democratize internet access, Khalid is focused on ensuring data security, user privacy, and a borderless online experience. His deep understanding of both local and global markets fuels his goal of rebranding and localizing businesses in Egypt, bridging the nation's potential with the broader global tech industry.

Ahmed Elbarky
  • Ahmed Elbarky
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Wecodeforyou LLC
  • Wecodeforyou LLC
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed is the Managing Director of WeCodeForYou, a global software studio, where he began his journey as the Head of Product. With extensive experience spanning Europe, Middle Africa, the Gulf, and North Africa, Ahmed holds a Master's in Cross-Cultural Marketing and Negotiations from EM Normandie, France. He excels in crafting tailored customer experiences and market strategies.

Mamdouh Saud
  • Mamdouh Saud
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Toroun | Strategy. B..
  • Toroun | Strategy. Branding. Digital.
  • Egypt
  • Mamdouh Saud is a multidimensional expert in branding, digital strategy, and business leadership. With over 17 years of expertise across diverse industries, spanning textile engineering to graphic design, marketing communications, and business leadership, Saud is renowned for his passion for transforming value-driven businesses into purpose-led brands. Having navigated both client and agency sides, Saud has honed invaluable insights that seamlessly blend creativity with a result-driven business approach. Saud is currently leading Toroun, a strategy, branding, and digital agency, on a mission to develop iconic brands and help them create impact. A sought-after public speaker, Saud captivates audiences with his engaging talks on brand strategy, digital strategy, business politics, strategic communication, and career development. His dynamic presentations are informative and inspiring, offering actionable insights that resonate long after the applause fades.

Khaled Ali
  • Khaled Ali
  • ceo cineaudio
  • ceo cineaudio
  • cine audio
  • cine audio
  • Egypt
  • Co-Founder / CEO Khaled Ali is the Co-Founder & CEO of cineaudio. He is a highly skilled and experienced professional in the field of digital media and online advertising. He has a proven track record of success in managing and growing companies and platforms in the digital marketing and mobile app space. In addition to his work at cineaudio, Khaled is also a founder of several social media initiatives and is known for his innovative and forward-thinking approach to the industry. With a deep understanding of the constantly evolving landscape of digital marketing

Mahmoud Taha
  • Mahmoud Taha
  • CMO
  • CMO
  • Paysky I Yalla Super..
  • Paysky I Yalla Super App
  • Egypt
  • Biography Mahmoud Taha is the Chief Marketing Officer at PaySky & Yalla Super App, the disruptive digital payments platform company founded in Egypt and operating in 18 countries. Mahmoud is not only a seasoned marketer but also a talented content creator. He has recently established a TikTok and Instagram account called "Kol7agaMarketing," where he takes about everything marketing including marketing tutorials and case studies. His content has garnered millions of views. Before Joining PaySky, Taha developed a long-term work experience in Telecommunications as Head of Marketing and Spokesperson at realme. Taha led the team in realme to launch several products in the Egypt market helping the brand market share to earn 13% market share and being chosen by the key publications as the best brand for Youth. Taha's impressive track record also includes his role as MENA Regional Marketing Manager at Transsion Holding brands, where he was responsible for managing the launch of various products, including TECNO Mobile, Infinix, ITEL, Oraimo, and Syinix in several countries, including Egypt, Sudan, KSA, Dubai, Jordan, and Lebanon.

Shady Atef
  • Shady Atef
  • Director of Product..
  • Director of Product & Technology
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Shady is a Tech Entrepreneur with over 9 years of experience in building tech products and startups, he managed products at different scales starting from building his own startup from scratch and expanding to the UAE, till managing mega products for Corprates and VCs like Valeo and Flat6labs. He is currently Director of Product and Technology at Flat6labs, focusing on building products that enable Flat6labs to empower and support large scale of Entrepreneurs across the MENA region, Additionally, Shady serves as a mentor, guiding aspiring entrepreneurs.

Shimaa El-sheikh
  • Shimaa El-sheikh
  • Partnerships & commu..
  • Partnerships & communication -program support
  • Creativa Innovation..
  • Creativa Innovation Hubs
  • Egypt

Osama Radwan
  • Osama Radwan
  • Head of Health, Safe..
  • Head of Health, Safety and Wellbeing
  • Vodafone Egypt
  • Vodafone Egypt
  • Egypt
  • 25 years experience in the Safety, Health and wellbeing field in multinational companies in both Egypt and Gulf areas. Holding Masters of Business Administration and studying the second Masters of Business Psychology. Member of IOSH, ASSP and other accredited Health and Safety associations. Certified trainer from Oxford business school.

Nada Hazem Fahmi
  • Nada Hazem Fahmi
  • Senior Applied AI En..
  • Senior Applied AI Engineer
  • PwC ETIC
  • PwC ETIC
  • Egypt
  • Nada is a senior machine learning engineer and AI solutions architect with 5+ years of professional experience in end-to-end delivery of machine learning based solutions in various domains such as autonomous driving, law enforcement, medical imaging and consultancy.

Mahdy Mohamed El Mahdy
  • Mahdy Mohamed El Mahdy
  • Sports Nutritionist
  • Sports Nutritionist
  • Pristine Clinic
  • Pristine Clinic
  • Egypt
  • Egypt's first Sports Nutritionist specialist to be held responsible for the Egyptian national team for foorball under 20 and yet the youngest specialist as well (25 years) Share revenue in Glow beauty clinic Zayed & Alexandria Pristine Clinic 5th settlement Gut Clinic Maadi Aspects Clinica Rehab Diploma in sports Nutrition from Mansoura University Healthy food planing from Harvard University CSNC course from NASM Fifa Nutrition Course for footballers.

Ahmed Mohamed
  • Ahmed Mohamed
  • International Busine..
  • International Business Development Manager, AfME
  • Blueholding
  • Blueholding
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed is an accomplished pharmaceutical and retail professional with over 26 years of experience in business development, strategic planning, marketing, and sales management. Currently, he serves as the International Business Development Manager for the AfME region at Blue, where he oversees critical business units, including marketing, regulatory, finance, and training, while managing vendor relations and driving growth across international markets. Strategy, strategic planning, and corporate launches are the cornerstones of Mohamed’s success, bolstered by his expertise in negotiation and retail merchandising. His role involves orchestrating business development activities across the MEA, Mediterranean Sea, and Indian Ocean regions, ensuring that his team excels in sales management and key account handling. Throughout his career,he has held key leadership roles at Ego Pharmaceuticals, where he was the Regional Commercial Execution Manager and Business Manager for the Middle East, Africa, and beyond. He led cross-functional teams, implemented corporate strategies, managed product launches, and played a pivotal role in expanding market share. His expertise spans sales and marketing, customer satisfaction, team management, and category management. His earlier career included roles at Whites, Boots, Grunenthal, STADA, and Glaxo Welcome, where he honed his skills in strategic market planning and performance measurement.

Hanaa Medhat
  • Hanaa Medhat
  • Digital Marketing Tr..
  • Digital Marketing Trainer & Consultant
  • Brand Advisor
  • Brand Advisor
  • Egypt
  • Hanaa is a branding designer & digital marketing Trainer & Consultant who helped more than 50+ Startups & Entrepreneurs build their Digital image. With more than 1500+ training hour sunder her belt. Hanaa has been delivering graphic design & social media marketing workshops in training centers all over Egypt for many age segments with di erent levels of experience, but focusing mainly on startups founders equipping them with the fundamentals required to build their unique image. Hanaa also has a Train of Trainers Certication from Warnborough College, empowering her to create experiential learning journeys for her trainees along with sharing good case practices from her on-ground experience with clients Turn

Fady	Amir
  • Fady Amir
  • PR Senior Director
  • PR Senior Director
  • Influence Communicat..
  • Influence Communications
  • Egypt
  • Over the span of 10+ years, Fady has gained extensive experience in various facets of communication, allowing him to effectively lead diverse teams in managing high-profile PR accounts and projects. His expertise encompasses a wide range of communication services, including digital and traditional PR, media relations, content creation, and the development of comprehensive 360 PR campaigns. Among Fady's notable achievements are the strategic regional PR initiatives he spearheaded for renowned multinational corporations such as Agthia, McDonald’s, Mars, PepsiCo, Unilever, EMAAR, Etisalat by e&, IKEA, Ezzelarab, Juhayna, and Pepsi Oman, among others. These initiatives have made a tangible impact on enhancing their reputation and corporate image.

Assem Omar
  • Assem Omar
  • Marcom Lead
  • Marcom Lead
  • Tech Horizons Ventur..
  • Tech Horizons Venture
  • Egypt
  • An experienced professional with 9 years of PR and Communications experience spanning industries like technology, telecom, media, and sports marketing. Presently, Assem worked several brands across various industries such as inDrive, Vodafone, IDC and Techne Summit. With an MBA in their arsenal Assem brings a dedicated approach to driving strategic initiatives and fostering connections in the ever-evolving startup landscape. Their knack for crafting impactful narratives and translating ideas into practical strategies positions Assem as a trusted resource for navigating the intricacies of startups and beyond.

Youstina Samir
  • Youstina Samir
  • founder of cinema El..
  • founder of cinema El Barsha .
  • Cinema El Barsha
  • Cinema El Barsha
  • Egypt
  • مدير تنفيذي جمعيه مصر التنمية والتطوير الديمقراطى مسئول فريق بانوراما برشا( مسرح نسوى ) مؤسسه شركه سينما برشا

Nader Aljorf
  • Nader Aljorf
  • Programs Manager
  • Programs Manager
  • Startups Without Bor..
  • Startups Without Borders
  • Palestine
  • Nader Aljurf is a seasoned expert in entrepreneurship, specializing in building startup communities, running multi-regional programs, and developing investment readiness programs across the MENA region and Europe. He has led numerous international programs and events in partnership with renowned organizations such as Meta, Google, UNFPA, GIZ, and many others, focusing on fostering innovation and supporting youth and women-led startups. As a consultant and mentor with several accelerators in the region, Nader plays a vital role in guiding startups to success. In his capacity as the Programs Manager at Startups Without Borders, he is dedicated to building bridges between different ecosystems in MENA and Europe, creating strategic partnerships and innovative initiatives that empower startups to thrive in a competitive global market and fostering collaboration among diverse entrepreneurial communities.

Dalia Ibrahim
  • Dalia Ibrahim
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • EdVentures
  • EdVentures
  • Egypt
  • Dalia Ibrahim is an accomplished business leader and angel investor who serves as the CEO of Nahdet Misr Publishing House, a subsidiary of the globally-recognized Nahdet Misr Group. The group provides educational, digital learning, publishing, and capacity-building solutions. Ibrahim is also the founder and CEO of EdVentures, the first corporate venture capital firm in the MENA region specializing in EdTech. Additionally, she founded Ta'heal for VET Skills Excellence, which offers vocational education solutions tailored to meet industry-specific demands. Dalia Ibrahim is actively involved in supporting young entrepreneurs and serves on the boards of several organizations, including Endeavor Egypt, Education for Employment, Women Entrepreneurs Network, Tiye Angels, and Injaz Egypt. Ibrahim's remarkable accomplishments have earned her widespread recognition and accolades. In 2024, she was honored as one of Forbes Middle East's Most Powerful 100 Businesswomen. In 2023, she received the prestigious Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan "Women in Leadership and Entrepreneurship" award in the Arab world. Furthermore, she was recognized with the "Lifetime Achievement" award at the Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) Awards in 2023. Moreover, Dalia Ibrahim was selected as the first runner-up in the "Leadership Award" category of the AMBA and BGA Excellence Awards for 2022-2023, among other notable achievements.

Hossam Shouman
  • Hossam Shouman
  • Founder and CEO
  • Founder and CEO
  • Ayamedica
  • Ayamedica
  • Egypt
  • Hossam Shouman: Expert SAP Consultant Introduction: Hossam Shouman has been an influential SAP consultant in Finance and FSCM for over 20 years, with extensive experience across various industries including education, healthcare, food and beverage, media, and manufacturing. Career Highlights: He has successfully led numerous large-scale SAP implementation projects, optimizing financial systems for multinational corporations and significantly enhancing their operational efficiencies. Personal Life: Hossam is an avid sports enthusiast who enjoys playing football and golf. He also has a passion for traveling, exploring diverse cultures and landscapes.

Jacques Marco
  • Jacques Marco
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Axis
  • Axis
  • Egypt
  • Jacques Marco is the Founder & CEO of Axis Pay, an Egyptian fintech working on increasing access to financial inclusion by building digital products to help increase accessibility to payments, money transfers, savings, and credit. Prior to founding Axis Pay, Jacques co-founded Raseedy - Egypt's first independent mobile wallet and successfully exited it in late 2020 to MNT-Halan.

Azza Alaa Ali
  • Azza Alaa Ali
  • MCM (Medical Center..
  • MCM (Medical Center Manager)
  • OneHealth by AXA
  • OneHealth by AXA
  • Egypt
  • Mass communication graduate and a dedicated professional with over three years of experience working in medical centers and the healthcare field. With a strong background in managing patient interactions in addition to consulting and managing healthcare operations.

Mohamed Emera
  • Mohamed Emera
  • Partner & Chief Stra..
  • Partner & Chief Strategy Officer
  • ILLA HOLDING
  • ILLA HOLDING
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Emera is a partner and Chief Strategy Officer at ILLA Logistics Holding. His role at ILLA covers new market expansion, investment and M&A. Emera is also an angel investor with a core focus on fintech, mobility and supply chain the African market. He is also an advisor to two Africa-focused family offices and a venture partner at an African fund Emera is passionate about value chain innovation and creating synergies among ecosystems.

Ayman Bazaraa
  • Ayman Bazaraa
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • CEO & Co-Founder
  • Sprints
  • Sprints
  • Egypt
  • Ayman Bazaraa is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for unleashing human potential through technology. As the CEO of Sprints, he has spearheaded the development of a revolutionary platform that seamlessly integrates talent assessment, hiring, payroll, and upskilling, empowering companies to build world-class tech teams. Ayman also co-founded MicroDoers, a cutting-edge augmented reality solutions company, and Avelabs, a leading software provider for autonomous and connected vehicles. Avelabs, boasting a team of over 300 professionals across four countries, was successfully acquired by the Fortune 500 company Arrow. Ayman's diverse management experience includes roles at France-Telecom, IBM, and Valeo, underlining his expertise in propelling tech advancements.

Hoda Yehia
  • Hoda Yehia
  • Programs Manager
  • Programs Manager
  • EdVentures
  • EdVentures
  • Egypt
  • Hoda Yehia is the Programs Manager at EdVentures, overseeing both the incubation and acceleration programs. She brings expertise from her background in marketing and entrepreneurship.

Florian Zabel
  • Florian Zabel
  • Team Lead Innovation..
  • Team Lead Innovation and Digital Policy
  • German Development C..
  • German Development Cooperation (GIZ)
  • Egypt
  • In his role as a senior advisor and team lead for the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) in Egypt, Florian and his team work on accelerating Egypt's digital transformation journey. He currently leads the innovation and digital policy practice in the project "Supporting e-Government and Innovation in the Public Administration", which sets out to create a more inclusive and innovative public administration. A flagship initiative of the project is the support to the GovTech Innovation Lab; a joint endeavor with the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.

Mohamed Abulghait
  • Mohamed Abulghait
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • TechieMatter
  • TechieMatter
  • Egypt
  • Muhammad is an accomplished entrepreneur and visionary leader with a strong background in engineering and a very diverse career journey. He is the Founder and CEO of TechieMatter, a company revolutionizing tech talent acquisition and management. With a track record of founding four startups in different domains, working on projects/products in different stages, and securing investments across three continents from VCs, and other entities/individuals, Muhammad is a driving force in the tech-entrepreneurship industry. He is also a respected Trainer in Soft Skills, Entrepreneurship, and Human Development, having worked with organizations like GoDaddy, Injaz Egypt, International Labour Organization, iSpark, FEPS, ... among others. Beyond his professional achievements, Muhammad is a professional Hiker, Certified Advanced Open Water Scuba Diver, and Skydiver.

Emad Abbas
  • Emad Abbas
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Vooom
  • Vooom
  • Egypt
  • Emad Abbas is a seasoned entrepreneur and serial startup founder with a profound passion for transforming the logistics, supply chain, retail management, and e-commerce landscapes. With over 20 years of experience in the telecom and technology sectors, Emad has successfully launched and scaled multiple ventures that address critical challenges in these domains. As the Co-Founder and CEO of VOOOM, Emad has been at the forefront of redefining logistics and supply chain solutions in the region. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, VOOOM offers innovative delivery and fulfillment services that streamline operations for last mile delivery businesses, ensuring a seamless and efficient customer experience. In parallel, Emad is also leading VOS, an advanced retail management solution specifically designed for small retailers, supermarkets, and restaurants. VOS empowers businesses to manage their daily operations with ease, from handling

Mohammed Gesseraha
  • Mohammed Gesseraha
  • Co-founder & CEO
  • Co-founder & CEO
  • Roboost
  • Roboost
  • Egypt
  • As CEO and Co-Founder of Roboost, Mohamed Gessraha brings a wealth of experience to the table. With a successful track record in establishing an advertising agency that earned over 5 million USD in under 3 years. He went on to co-found the first robotic pharmacy in the MENA region, reducing operation costs by 27% and increasing sales by 135%. It was through this experience in the pharmacy industry and the problems faced with home delivery that motivated Mohamed to develop the fully automated home delivery management solution that is Roboost.

Ahmed Gabry
  • Ahmed Gabry
  • Social Performance M..
  • Social Performance Manager
  • Shell Egypt
  • Shell Egypt
  • Egypt
  • Sustainability expert Intilaaqah Manager 37 extensive practical management in Development Tu

Con	O'Donnell
  • Con O'Donnell
  • Head of Commercial
  • Head of Commercial
  • dru
  • dru
  • Egypt
  • Con is best known as the co-founder and ex-CEO of Sarmady Communications. Sarmady (acquired by Vodafone in 2011) pioneered much of Arabic online content in Egypt, and was also the first digital content company to go totally mobile, starting with WAP, and followed by mobile apps for all its flagship digital publications. In addition Sarmady pioneered mobile advertising, and many paid mobile content services in Egypt. As an angel investor Con invested in 13 Egyptian tech startups since 2012, including Wuzzuf, Eventtus, and Instabug. He also co-founded RiseUp, and led both Commercial and Innovation until the end of 2018. Prior to that he spent a year as CEO of the Hindawi Foundation for Education and Culture. More recently Con went back into the startup world as head of product & growth at Motherbeing and now heads commercial at dru, a pioneering health companion application for Diabetes and Obesity management.

Mohanad	Moghazy
  • Mohanad Moghazy
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Clinilab Group
  • Clinilab Group
  • Egypt

Ahmed Taher
  • Ahmed Taher
  • VP Of Engineering
  • VP Of Engineering
  • Vezeeta
  • Vezeeta
  • Egypt
  • I am an experienced software development professional with a strong background in managing engineering projects from conception to completion. My expertise includes leading the development of large-scale, distributed systems, overseeing infrastructure management, and ensuring the seamless, secure operation of internal systems. With a focus on efficient team coordination and delivering scalable solutions.

Hassan Fikri
  • Hassan Fikri
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Dabs Egypt
  • Dabs Egypt
  • Egypt

Malak Ibrahim
  • Malak Ibrahim
  • Product owner
  • Product owner
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Product owner, with an engineering and experience in content creation, and data analytics, I've honed my ability to bridge the gap between user needs and product goals. I excel at crafting exceptional user experiences by aligning product strategy with customer insights. My passion for innovation drives me to stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends. By leveraging my strong foundation in data analytics, I empower teams to make informed decisions that foster growth and drive positive change.

Joseph Ramzy
  • Joseph Ramzy
  • Co founder -CEO
  • Co founder -CEO
  • Cineaudio
  • Cineaudio
  • Egypt
  • Joseph Ramzy is the CEO of Cine Audio, in addition to being the co-founder of Klax Ads and Link Real Estate, and the owner of JBF Agency in the UAE. A professional voice-over artist, he has over 12 years of experience in advertising and has contributed to more than 9,000 audio advertisements for radio, TV, and online platforms. He is also heavily involved in developing and producing these ads, with a strong understanding of innovative business strategies.

Osama Abuzid
  • Osama Abuzid
  • Brand Ambassador
  • Brand Ambassador
  • Komi studio
  • Komi studio
  • Egypt

Hany Ayaad
  • Hany Ayaad
  • Chairperson
  • Chairperson
  • Youth Entrepreneurs..
  • Youth Entrepreneurs Network (YEN)
  • Egypt
  • Hany is a seasoned leader dedicated to fostering a vibrant innovation ecosystem in Egypt. As the Executive Director of the Innovation Support Fund under the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), he plays a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives and empowering young entrepreneurs. With over 15 years of experience in academia and industry, Hany has a proven track record of fostering collaboration between government, academia, and the private sector. His expertise extends to policy development, program implementation, and mentorship, ensuring that Egypt's emerging entrepreneurs have the necessary resources to succeed. As the Chairperson of the Egyptian Youth Entrepreneurs Association (YEN), Hany is committed to creating a supportive environment for entrepreneurship. YEN serves as a central hub, connecting entrepreneurs, mentors, investors, and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing. Additionally, Hany has served as a Vice Dean at the Arab Academy for Science Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT), where he led the strategic development and implementation of programs that enhance the student experience and foster a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation. Hany's academic background, including a Ph.D. in Green Supply Chain Management from the University of Strathclyde, equips him with the expertise to optimize operations, reduce environmental impact, and enhance competitiveness. His contributions to the field are evidenced by his numerous publications, certifications, and awards.

Yassmin Hamdi
  • Yassmin Hamdi
  • Monitoring & Evaluat..
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
  • Flat6Labs
  • Flat6Labs
  • Egypt
  • Yassmin Hamdi is an experienced Economist with over seven years in developmental projects, specializing in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E). Her expertise spans across various sectors, including gender integration, social entrepreneurship, and livelihood programs. She is currently the Monitoring & Evaluation Manager at Flat6Labs, where she designs and implements frameworks to track and enhance the performance of investments and portfolio companies.

Adel Heikal
  • Adel Heikal
  • Performance & Measur..
  • Performance & Measurement Markting Manager
  • Unilever
  • Unilever
  • Egypt
  • 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.

Cherif Morsi
  • Cherif Morsi
  • Designer
  • Designer
  • Cherif Morsi Designe..
  • Cherif Morsi Designer
  • Egypt
  • Born 1971, Belgium BsC Architecture,1994 Faculty of Engineering Cairo University Cherif is the natural outcome of a multicultural upbringing that enabled him to have a different vision of the world surrounding him. Throughout the years, this upbringing helped him develop his own approach to design that probably best expresses his personality through an instantly recognizable design language

Ayman Rashed
  • Ayman Rashed
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • IT-Blocks
  • IT-Blocks
  • Egypt

Marie Hadad
  • Marie Hadad
  • CEO & Founder of Cea..
  • CEO & Founder of Ceas Groups
  • Ceas comm
  • Ceas comm
  • Egypt
  • Marie Nicolas Haddad is a distinguished Mass Communication graduate specializing in advertising and Public Relations. With over six years of experience in marketing, she has mastered various aspects of communication, including content creation, storytelling, event management, internal communications, and social media management. Her journey into digital marketing and communication led her to create "The Ceas Comm," a renowned agency that quickly expanded across five countries, serving diverse industries like Food & Beverage, E-commerce, and education.

Nada Shaheen
  • Nada Shaheen
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • GB Ventures
  • GB Ventures
  • Egypt
  • Nada Shaheen is the Managing Director of GB Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of Ghabbour, where she leads investment expansion, fosters innovation, and bridges the gap between CVC and the startup ecosystem. With over 10 years of experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture capital, Nada has collaborated with major industry players such as GB Corp, CBE, and the European Union, leveraging her expertise to drive growth and transformation. As a serial entrepreneur, Nada brings firsthand knowledge of founding and scaling startups, complementing her work as a mentor and leader in the venture capital space.

Adham Nauman
  • Adham Nauman
  • Co Founder & CTO
  • Co Founder & CTO
  • Amenli
  • Amenli
  • Egypt

Maha Mandour
  • Maha Mandour
  • The Founding Partner..
  • The Founding Partner of COREangels Mea And Co-founder and Executive Chairperson of PTS Holdings
  • Core Angels MEA
  • Core Angels MEA
  • Egypt
  • Maha is a passionate entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in establishing, managing, and leading tech-investment businesses. She serves on the board of directors for several companies, leveraging her expertise in developing and executing technology strategies, building strategic alliances, and launching new ventures. As co-founder and managing director of PTS Holdings, Maha and her team focus on adding significant value to global technological ecosystems and industry-wide platforms by developing and investing in both people and technology.

Nourhan	Hosny
  • Nourhan Hosny
  • HR Director
  • HR Director
  • vezeeta
  • vezeeta
  • Egypt
  • Nourhan Hosny is an HR Director with extensive experience in strategic HR management, talent acquisition (TA), and organizational development (OD). Currently leading the HR function at Vezeeta, she has a proven track record of building high-performing teams, managing compensation strategies, and ensuring that HR strategy align with broader business objectives. Nourhan's diversified experience spans multinational companies, including the pharmaceutical industry at AstraZeneca, the healthcare sector with Andalusia, and the health tech sector at Vezeeta, across diversified markets in Egypt, the Middle East, Africa, and International Markets.

Civil	Mohamed
  • Civil Mohamed
  • content creator
  • content creator
  • RAAD TEAM
  • RAAD TEAM
  • Egypt

Mohamed Shehab ElDin
  • Mohamed Shehab ElDin
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • RESOLVE Consulting
  • RESOLVE Consulting
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Shehab Eldin CEO & Founder RESOLVE Consulting Shehab Eldin brings in 23 years of experience as a renowned international speaker, Executive leadership and Public Speaking Advisor, Conflict, and Mediation and Negotiation expert, Strategy, Decision Making and Dialogue Facilitator, Social Entrepreneur and Investor. He works across the corporate, public and development sectors, as well as the startup community and academia. Shehab Eldin is the CEO and founder of RESOLVE Consulting, confounder and investor in companies in renewable energy, textile, and trade.He served as an adjunct faculty and lectured at various reputable international platforms and universities in the US, The Netherlands, Austria and Egypt. He is a former Board Member of Nahdet ElMahrousa and the Founding Curator of the Global Shapers Community- Cairo Hub.

Sarah Anees
  • Sarah Anees
  • Head of HR Egypt
  • Head of HR Egypt
  • Jisr
  • Jisr
  • Egypt

Karim Tawfik
  • Karim Tawfik
  • Co-founder& CTO
  • Co-founder& CTO
  • sympl
  • sympl
  • Egypt

Ashraf Bacheet
  • Ashraf Bacheet
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • O7 Therapy
  • O7 Therapy
  • Egypt

Anas Amin
  • Anas Amin
  • Community manager
  • Community manager
  • Egypt

Ahmed Tharwat
  • Ahmed Tharwat
  • Country Director
  • Country Director
  • QLASH
  • QLASH
  • Egypt

Nesma Amin
  • Nesma Amin
  • Co-founder & CEO
  • Co-founder & CEO
  • Aziza
  • Aziza
  • Egypt

mohamed shehata
  • mohamed shehata
  • Lead relationship ma..
  • Lead relationship manager SMEs
  • Qatar national bank
  • Qatar national bank
  • Egypt
  • Graduated from faculty of commerce started my career in banking industry on july 2014 as a customer advisor then i joined SMEs finance in QNB on 2018 , on 2002 i started creating content on my social media platforms along with learning about advertising and copywriting took several workshops and throughout last four years i am posting content on my social media platforms consistently with 200+ k followers across instagram, facebook and tiktok.

Dina	Elsewefy
  • Dina Elsewefy
  • Founder & Managing D..
  • Founder & Managing Director
  • Mount PR
  • Mount PR
  • Egypt

Menan Samy
  • Menan Samy
  • Women Economic Empow..
  • Women Economic Empowerment Advisor
  • GIZ
  • GIZ
  • Egypt
  • Menan Farag is the Women Economic Empowerment Advisor at the Private Sector Development Cluster at GIZ Egypt, bringing 14 years of experience in advancing women’s rights, youth participation, adult education, and entrepreneurship. Previously, she managed the Women Entrepreneurs Network (USAID-funded), led the Civic Education and Women’s Empowerment portfolio at the Danish Egyptian Dialogue Institute, and coordinated the Lazord Academy for Civic Leadership at the John D. Gerhart Center for Civic Engagement and Philanthropy. As a public speaker, Menan has delivered keynotes at prestigious international platforms, including the American University in Cairo, McGill University in Montreal, and the Free University of Berlin. She holds a Master’s Degree in Participation, Power, and Social Change from the Institute of Development Studies (IDS), University of Sussex, where she also served as Students’ Union President, alongside advanced certifications in project and non-profit management.

Farah Rehan
  • Farah Rehan
  • Clean and Green Soci..
  • Clean and Green Social Enterprise Manager
  • Nahdet El Mahrousa
  • Nahdet El Mahrousa
  • Egypt
  • I'm currently the Clean and Green Manager at Nahdet El-Mahrousa Incubator. Before this, my diverse experience included coordinating between public, private, and donor entities while developing communication strategies at the ECO-FEI. I also honed my technical expertise as an Environmental Specialist within the Ministry of Environment's National Solid Waste Management Programme, a project funded by renowned organizations like GIZ and KfW. During this tenure, I actively contributed to capacity building, awareness campaigns, contract management, and project monitoring, while directly supporting the Minister in private sector engagement within the waste sector. This blend of government experience and exposure to international organizations, coupled with my ongoing Master's in Global Management, empowers me to navigate complex sustainability challenges effectively.

Menna Mohamed
  • Menna Mohamed
  • Game designer
  • Game designer
  • Al-Aracade
  • Al-Aracade
  • Egypt

Lamiaa Khayrat
  • Lamiaa Khayrat
  • Project Officer
  • Project Officer
  • Green Growth
  • Green Growth
  • Egypt

Hagar Saeed
  • Hagar Saeed
  • Head of Sales & Acco..
  • Head of Sales & Account Management
  • Vezeeta
  • Vezeeta
  • Egypt
  • 11 Years of Experience in Sales, Account Management and Team Leading. Skilled at conflict resolution. Team builder who is acutely attentive to employees’ needs and creation of a healthy Environment. Punctual problem solver and avid multitasker. Track record of being an essential part of the management team and instrumental in providing effective solutions that produce immediate impact and contribute to the establishment’s long-term success.

Mariam El-Etreby
  • Mariam El-Etreby
  • Co-Founder and Progr..
  • Co-Founder and Programs Manager of Startup Factory
  • pmaestro
  • pmaestro
  • Egypt

Mohamed Orabi
  • Mohamed Orabi
  • Founder & CEO
  • Founder & CEO
  • Mattlob
  • Mattlob
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed Orabi ( CEO Mattlob.com ) graduated with a BCom in Accounting (English Section) from South Valley University in 2005. After honing his English and PC skills at Berlitz and PMEC, he embarked on a diverse career path. He began as an internet researcher at Smarts Village, then transitioned to account management at TE Data ( WE ). His accounting experience flourished as he progressed from AR Accountant to Senior AR Accountant, holding positions at ABAZA Auto Trade, RAYA Corporation, and HTC. Additionally, he demonstrated strong customer service skills, working as a Customer Service Agent at Orange and Etisalat, before advancing to Senior Customer Service Agent at Credit Agricole Bank. Gained international recruitment experience after transitioning from a local role, working in 4 recruitment agencies in Cairo . To further his professional development, Mohamed actively pursued entrepreneurship programs at TIEC, UM HABIBA, MSMEDA, AUC Vlab, and Nile University.

Youssef Mohamed
  • Youssef Mohamed
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Buguard
  • Buguard
  • Egypt
  • Youssef founded Buguard to focus on offensive security and cyber threat intelligence products, serving over 150 customers across 12 countries with a team of 50 employees. Before founding Buguard, Youssef was a top-ranked, award-winning security professional. Throughout his career, he has discovered and reported security vulnerabilities for numerous blue-chip companies, including Yahoo, Apple, PayPal, Twitter, Amazon, Chase Bank, Snapchat, Starbucks, Alibaba, Vodafone, IBM, Ford, eBay, Microsoft, Norton, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the United Nations.

Aly Shalaby
  • Aly Shalaby
  • Chief Inpatient Offi..
  • Chief Inpatient Officer
  • OneHealth by AXA
  • OneHealth by AXA
  • Egypt
  • Dr. Aly Shalaby is the Chief Inpatient Officer at OneHealth by AXA, where he co-founded the medical department and, among others, established their evidence-based guidelines and quality determinants. At OneHealth he previously held the posts of Deputy Chief Medical Officer and Chief Digital Health Officer. Dr. Shalaby is a Consultant of Pediatric and Neonatal Surgery, an Associate Professor of Surgery at Cairo University in Egypt and a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in the UK.

Karim Mallawany
  • Karim Mallawany
  • Head of Entrepreneur..
  • Head of Entrepreneurship Services
  • EGBANK
  • EGBANK
  • Egypt

Mohamed Morsy
  • Mohamed Morsy
  • Country Head
  • Country Head
  • Finance in Motion
  • Finance in Motion
  • Egypt

Rowan Alawi
  • Rowan Alawi
  • Founder and CEO tras..
  • Founder and CEO trase
  • trase
  • trase
  • Palestinian Territory, Occupied
  • Rowan Alawi, a woman from Palestine reshaping the construction industry's norms. With a robust background, including a degree in Mechatronics from Birzeit University and executive education from MIT, and Stanford, Rowan brings over a decade of experience in tech and entrepreneurship. Her ventures, notably Amal, have focused on enhancing workforce efficiency in construction. Rowan's passion for innovation led her to found Trase, a groundbreaking labor productivity software empowering construction stakeholders to harness real-time data on location, motion, and time. This data is seamlessly transformed into customizable productivity reports and dashboards, revolutionizing how the industry operates.

Eman Almaddah
  • Eman Almaddah
  • Co-Founder & CEO
  • Co-Founder & CEO
  • Gowa EL7alla
  • Gowa EL7alla
  • Egypt

Marina Bkheet
  • Marina Bkheet
  • CEO & Managing Direc..
  • CEO & Managing Director of Vocal Global
  • Vocal Global
  • Vocal Global
  • Egypt
  • Marina Bkheet CEO and Managing Director of Vocal Global A company specialized in voice-over services globally Marina is a Pioneer Entrepreneur, as she established a company specialized in voice-over services based in Egypt, serves globally a multiple Clients from west & East, and make world wide connection between her clients and Professional talents from each country with all Arabic & foreign languages.

Mohamed El Dallal
  • Mohamed El Dallal
  • Co Founder
  • Co Founder
  • Techne
  • Techne
  • Egypt
  • Mohamed El Dallal is a serial Entrepreneur currently the Vice-Chair of the IEEE Entrepreneurship Global Committee Earning his BSc degree in computer and communication Engineering-, MBA holder specializing in International Business, a researcher in the digital marketing field. Currently doing his DBA specializing in Entrepreneurship. He has conducted hundreds of Talks/ Panels /workshops at 30+ countries about his Entrepreneurship, Marketing, and business development. In addition, he works as a lecturer at the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport University as well as working on Marketing & and offering Business Consultations for Egyptian SMEs and mentoring Startups over the EMEA region. His passion for photography, videography, entrepreneurship, and youth empowerment at an early age encouraged him to start his journey as the Co-founder of three startups: Viewfinders Photography Club, Event Popper, and Dcodes LLC. Mohamed is also an avid volunteer, participating with several NGOs, projects, and youth initiatives both inside and outside of Egypt since 2009. He is currently Vice-Chair of the IEEE Entrepreneurship Global Committee, a Global Shaper Alumni, a Member of the Egyptian Junior Business Association (EJB), a Rotarian, and an IEEE Region 8 Action for Industry committee corresponding member.

Roaa Ahmed
  • Roaa Ahmed
  • Regional Head of Str..
  • Regional Head of Strategy & Growth
  • Chefaa
  • Chefaa
  • Egypt
  • Roaa, a seasoned professional, brings over a decade of diverse expertise in strategic management, BD and growth, spanning local startups to global organizations. Currently, she serves as Regional Head of Strategy & Growth at Chefaa, prominent health-tech pharmacy platform. Selected as a 2023 Professional Fellow by the US Department of State, Roaa worked on growth value creation at the global impact investing firm SEAF in Washington, DC. During her time at Meta (formerly Facebook), she excelled as FCC Regional Manager for the Middle East and North Africa, leading global initiatives and establishing Meta's inaugural health community vertical. Facebook featured her among top 24 impact-driven Facebook Community Leaders worldwide in 2020 and is amongst the first arab Meta Certified CMs. An advocate for youth and socioeconomic development, Roaa served as Egypt's Country Advisor and Business Coach for CFYE, the Netherlands’ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Employment Fund. She has also designed/managed programs funded by USAID, GIZ, EBRD and UN Women.. Prior to her current roles, she led strategic programs at WUZZUF & Forasna and served as Chief Growth and Operations Officer at Entreprenelle, fostering community building and women's entrepreneurship education and economic empowerment. Roaa's committed to giving back by actively supporting startups through mentorship and training as an Expert in Residence (EIR) at DMZ, VC4Africa, Women Entrepreneurs Network, Edventures in Egypt, CODE in KSA and Playbook in Bahrain & UAE.

Nadine Milad
  • Nadine Milad
  • Head of Primary Care
  • Head of Primary Care
  • OneHealth
  • OneHealth
  • Egypt
  • Current Positions/Titles/Affiliations: Head of Primary Care, One Health, 2024-present Pediatric Business Line Manager, One Health, 2021-2024 Pediatric Specialist, One Health Clinics, 2020 - present International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), 2022 Member of the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH), 2022 Head of Primary Care, OneHealth Clinics by AXA, Cairo, Egypt. The position entails the following: - Overseeing the Primary Care Department at OneHealth, which includes Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Digital Health, Vaccination, & Digital Pharmacy. - The strategic planning related to the Primary Care Department, and monitoring the performance of the unit. - Recruitment and staffing of the Primary Care Department, expanding the service portfolio, increasing the number of subspecialties within the unit, and increasing reach through marketing activities. - Managing several projects within the Unit, including Digital pharmacy, Chronic Medication Monthly Renewal, and OneHealth at Home.

Ahmed Zakareya
  • Ahmed Zakareya
  • Arabian Dice
  • Arabian Dice
  • Egypt

Donia Bedewi
  • Donia Bedewi
  • Strategy & Quantitat..
  • Strategy & Quantitative Analyst
  • Entlaq
  • Entlaq
  • Egypt

Felix	Fach
  • Felix Fach
  • Consultant
  • Consultant
  • GIZ
  • GIZ
  • Egypt
  • Consultant for Private Sector Development, Just Transition, Decent Work and Women Empowerment.

Khalid Yasser
  • Khalid Yasser
  • Managing Partner
  • Managing Partner
  • Kemtix Ventures
  • Kemtix Ventures
  • Egypt
  • Khalid Yasser has a 360-degree perspective on the entrepreneurship ecosystem, having played roles as a Founder, Trainer, Mentor, Advisor, and Investment Associate. As the Founder of Albeit Business Hub, he understands the challenges of launching and scaling a business. With over 4,000 hours of training and mentoring, Khalid has guided 200+ startups and 7,000+ individuals. He has advised business incubators and evaluated startups for investment at EdVentures VC. Currently, as the Managing Partner at PTS Holdings, which includes Kemtix Venture Studio and CORE Angels MEA, Khalid connects startups with investors and fosters innovation across the ecosystem.

Ahmed Bastawy
  • Ahmed Bastawy
  • Managing Founder ICE..
  • Managing Founder ICEALEX
  • ICEALEX
  • ICEALEX
  • Egypt
  • AHMED BASTAWY Renowned Managing Director, International Speaker, and Impact & Innovation Consultant Ahmed Bastawy is a dynamic and highly accomplished professional with over 15 years of expertise in innovation consulting, program design, and facilitation. As the Founder and Managing Director of ICEALEX Innovation Hub (Egypt), iceHubs LLC (USA) and a Board Member at AfriLabs (Africa), Ahmed leads the charge in fostering innovation and providing vital support to emerging businesses and startups on the African and global scale. At the heart of his entrepreneurial journey lies the success story of Startups of Alex, the first business incubator in Alexandria, which Ahmed established to nurture impact-driven entrepreneurship. His extensive experience and remarkable skills have made him an invaluable asset, particularly in the domains of innovation, entrepreneurship, and management consulting. During his tenure as the International Business Development Manager and Cofounder at iceHubs Global CIC, a renowned UK-based social enterprise, Ahmed played a pivotal role in transforming sustainability challenges into sustainable, green business solutions. His international reach extends across 18 countries in Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe, where he has provided consultancy and mentorship to international organizations, startups, and impact ventures.

Ahmed El Naggar
  • Ahmed El Naggar
  • Founder &CEO
  • Founder &CEO
  • Plstka
  • Plstka
  • Egypt
  • Ahmed Plstka Founder - Executive Manager Mechanical Power Engineer and Environmental Engineering -Solid Trash Recycling Specification MBA, IBA – Batch 2021, AUC in Cairo School of Startup - Batch 2022, YCombinator , business development Experience +7 years EX Product Development Manager MFL Plastic Manufacturing Plstka Graduated from Amazon Accelerator & Plug and Play.

Ezz El-Din Farag
  • Ezz El-Din Farag
  • Co-Founder and COO
  • Co-Founder and COO
  • OBM Education
  • OBM Education
  • Egypt

Sabrine Assem
  • Sabrine Assem
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • Untap
  • Untap
  • Egypt
  • Sabrine Assem is the founder and CEO of Untap, an innovation and awards management software company that empowers organizations to leverage open innovation and tap into a network of talented individuals for creative solutions. Untap assists in planning, launching, and managing various initiatives and platforms like hackathons, innovation challenges, internal crowdsourcing, awards, citizen engagement, consumer co-creation, and startup programs. Untap's customers include Vodafone, P&G, Oxfam, AAIB, USAID, and the Egyptian government. Sabrine is an alumnus of the prestigious Chevening scholarship program and holds a Master's in Digital Innovation and Information Systems from Warwick Business School. She previously worked as an entrepreneurship consultant at the German-Arab Chamber of Industry & Commerce. She contributed to a German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology project to bolster the Egyptian entrepreneurship ecosystem. Sabrine also founded SolverMine, an online open innovation platform focused on the Middle East and Africa, fostering crowd-sourced solutions for business, non-profit, and government challenges.

Dalia Elbadry
  • Dalia Elbadry
  • Business Growth Mana..
  • Business Growth Manager
  • ICEALEX
  • ICEALEX
  • Egypt

Amr Seda
  • Amr Seda
  • Strategic Transforma..
  • Strategic Transformation Officer
  • The British Universi..
  • The British University in Egypt
  • Egypt
  • Dr Amr Seda has 15+ years of higher education experience with a special focus on entrepreneurship, innovation, and small business. He is currently the Strategic Transformation Officer at the British University in Egypt, responsible for planning, leading, and executing strategic transformational projects across the university. He is also an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship. He sits on the board of multiple networks and organisations including the British University in Egypt Court and Senate, the Youth Entrepreneurs Network (YEN), the Shafik Gabr Fellowship, and Rotary Club BUE. Besides his work in higher education, Dr Seda is the former head of Startup Labs at the World Youth Forum and was part of the forum’s top steering committee. He also founded/cofounded multiple committees and small businesses including Sit Straight, SIFE BUE, and BUE Hayah Karima. He was chosen in 2017 as 1 of 10 most promising young Egyptians to represent Egypt at the United States as part of the East-West: Art of Dialogue fellowship. Amr took part in several training sessions, workshops, and roundtables at renowned entities in the United States and Egypt including: - The White House, - The United Nations, - The World Bank, - Drew University, - USAID, - Morgan Stanley, - Fox News Studios, - The US Congress, - The Department of Homeland Security, - The Pentagon, - The Shafik Gabr Foundation, - The Egyptian General Intelligence Service. Dr Seda studied at The British University in Egypt, Durham University in the UK, Drew University in the US, and Cairo University. + Certified Digital Marketing Trainer by Google + Certified Entrepreneurship Trainer by Wadhwani Foundation

Ahmed Hazem
  • Ahmed Hazem
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Falak Startups
  • Falak Startups
  • Egypt

Shahenda Mohamed
  • Shahenda Mohamed
  • Monitoring & Evaluat..
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Officer
  • Flat6labs
  • Flat6labs
  • Egypt
  • Shahenda Ayman graduated from the Faculty of Economics and Political Science at Cairo University, majoring in Political Science and minoring in Economics in 2019. She has over five years of experience in the business and development sectors. Ayman has worked with several multinational organizations, including Ipsos for Market Research, UN-Habitat, and USAID-funded projects, and is currently working as an M&E officer at FlatLabs. Her core expertise lies in research, data analysis, report writing, monitoring, and evaluation (M&E). She holds an M&E diploma from the American University in Cairo (AUC) Continuing Education School and a Data Analysis certification from Epsilon BI. In 2023, Ayman has published a needs assessment study by UNDP Libya and delivered several workshops.

Hady Bsat
  • Hady Bsat
  • CEO & Founder
  • CEO & Founder
  • DRAPP
  • DRAPP
  • Egypt
  • Hady W. Bsat Founder & CEO of DRAPP, a comprehensive Telehealth platform bridging gaps of connectivity, reimbursement and medical records. Founder & Chairman of Promedz, a leading regional healthcare supplies group representing world renowned medical equipment and devices manufacturers. Founding Board Member of the Lebanese Private Sector Network promoting growth and sustainability. Previous Vice President of the Syndicate of Medical Equipment and Devices Importers in Lebanon. Holds a Masters in Biomedical Engt,ineering from Wright State University - Ohio & Bachelors of Sciences from the American University of Beirut Lives between Cairo & Beirut.

Sara	Khaled
  • Sara Khaled
  • North Africa Marketi..
  • North Africa Marketing Manager
  • Cooler Master
  • Cooler Master
  • Egypt
  • A seasoned marketing professional with over seven years of experience in driving impactful marketing strategies. A graduate of MSA University with a degree in Mass Communication, specializing in broadcasting, expertise has been further honed through a Digital Marketing diploma, with an MBA in Global Marketing currently being pursued at ESLSCA University. Currently holding the role of North Africa Marketing Manager at Cooler Master for the past 2 years, the focus is on leading innovative campaigns in the gaming and hardware sectors. Specializations include influencer marketing, event management, and brand positioning, all aimed at building strong relationships within communities. Previous roles as an Account Manager have provided the opportunity to work with diverse clients across FMCG, hospitality, and furniture sectors. This broad exposure has refined skills in strategic marketing, brand development, and digital communications, with a deep interest in AI, social media, and content creation. A passion for continuous learning, personal branding, and creative solutions makes for a valuable contributor to community-driven marketing efforts. Empowering others and sharing insights strengthens collaboration and growth across the marketing and business landscapes.

Mark Emad
  • Mark Emad
  • Professional Esports..
  • Professional Esports Player - Student The Ultimates
  • The Ultimates
  • The Ultimates
  • Egypt
  • Hello, my name is Mark ''sand'' Emad, a professional e-sports player playing ''Valorant'' competitively. I have been in e-sports career for more than 5 years.

Hassan Fikry
  • Hassan Fikry
  • Managing Director
  • Managing Director
  • Dabs Egypt
  • Dabs Egypt
  • Egypt
  • Hasan Fikry Founder & CEO at DABS EGYPT Hasan Fikry is an accomplished Architect and Interior Designer with over 20 years of experience creating innovative and aesthetically pleasing spaces. A licensed architect and a certified member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Hassan holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Cairo University in 2003, and a CPM Holder (Certified Project Manager) from the American University in Egypt. In 2008, driven by a passion to make a significant impact in the Design and build Industry of Egypt, Hasan founded his own practice, DABS EGYPT. His vision for DABS EGYPT was to leverage his extensive experience and unique design philosophy to create innovative and sustainable architectural solutions that resonate with the cultural and environmental context of Egypt. Under Hasan’s leadership, DABS EGYPT quickly became known for its commitment to excellence and client satisfaction. The firm has successfully completed numerous high-profile projects in Egypt and even internationally in different countries like Canada, Paris, Switzerland, which have been praised for their innovative use of space and sustainable design principles. Hasan’s career is distinguished by his ability to seamlessly blend architecture and interior design, crafting holistic environments that are both functional and beautiful. His portfolio spans residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, each reflecting his keen eye for detail and passion for sustainable design.

Mohamed Mahfouz
  • Mohamed Mahfouz
  • CEO
  • CEO
  • MAHFOUZ PHARMACIES
  • MAHFOUZ PHARMACIES
  • Egypt
  • CEO of A chain of Pharmacies 24 years experience in retail pharmacies

Nourhan Radwan
  • Nourhan Radwan
  • Program Specialist
  • Program Specialist
  • Creativa - ITIDA
  • Creativa - ITIDA
  • Innovation Hubs Program Specialist at Creativa - ITIDA , bringing 9 years in innovation, operations, project Management, and entrepreneurship. With a strong focus on fostering startup growth. Handled various projects to support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Egypt.

Lamiaa Khayrat
  • Lamiaa Khayrat
  • Green Growth and Job..
  • Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project Coordinator
  • UNDP
  • UNDP
  • Egypt
  • Lamiaa is a dynamic professional specializing in sustainable development, youth empowerment, and international cooperation. As the GGJAP Coordinator, she leads initiatives helping 50 MSMEs adopt eco-friendly practices annually while mentoring 15 young individuals through the Youth 4 Sustainability program, fostering skills for the job market and environmental stewardship. Previously, she served as a Youth Coordinator at UNDP, where she organized entrepreneurial hackathons across Egypt to promote innovative solutions. Lamiaa has also worked as a Teaching Assistant at the American University in Cairo, guiding students in political science and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. In addition to her work in education, she founded "Free Spirit" travel agency, which pioneered affordable travel and cultural exchange. Her commitment to education extends to serving as an examiner for the UN Learning Proficiency Exam and instructing 2000 women officials on financial inclusion, gender mainstreaming, and the SDGs through the "She is for a Digital Future" initiative. She is also part of the UNDP Global Greening the Blue committee and holds certification as a trainer in Impact Measurement and Management. Lamiaa holds a BA in Political Science from the American University in Cairo, with further studies at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Her expertise spans entrepreneurship, sustainable development, and peacebuilding, driving positive local and global change.

Mahmoud Malek
  • Mahmoud Malek
  • Co-founder
  • Co-founder
  • Milkawy Startup
  • Milkawy Startup
  • Egypt
  • Program Coordinator at ITIDA-TIEC Co-founder of Milkawy Startup Senior Business Development Executive at XPAY Business Developer at Al-Watania Technology (2021-2022) Experienced in Mechanical 3D Design at Promech Mechanical Engineer at Integration Knowledge Dynamics (2019-2020) Project Coordinator at Misr Elkheir (2018-2019) Education B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Minya University
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