Dr. Youssef Mohamed is a distinguished artificial intelligence expert and serial entrepreneur holding a PhD in Social AI from KTH Royal Institute of Technology and an MSc in Robotics from the University of Bristol. With extensive industry experience developing commercial AI solutions for leading companies like PAL Robotics and Furhat Robotics, his expertise centers on human-robot interaction, natural language processing, and real-time affective state detection. Dr. Mohamed is the founder of two innovative technology startups: Pokamind, an AI-driven role-play and coaching skill-training platform, and Vizioneer, an advanced computer vision venture he is presenting at the Techne Summit.

Mahmoud Ali is an entrepreneur, business consultant, professional trainer, and the Founder & CEO of BDI, with over 15 years of experience in business development, entrepreneurship, training, and advisory services. Throughout his career, he has founded four companies and established a strong track record as a lecturer and professional trainer, delivering lectures, executive training programs, and business-focused learning experiences across a wide range of universities, major corporations, government entities, NGOs, and prominent organizations in diverse industries. He has trained more than 50,000 participants throughout his professional career. As Founder & CEO of BDI, Mahmoud leads the development of specialized business development programs, professional learning systems, and business support initiatives aimed at strengthening the capabilities of professionals and organizations. His expertise combines entrepreneurial execution, strategic consulting, and professional education, with a focus on business growth, organizational capability building, and the practical application of business knowledge.

Kenzy Omar is a young doctor and health content creator passionate about the intersection of healthcare, technology, and innovation. She is particularly interested in how technology can make healthcare smarter and more accessible, while keeping the human side of medicine at the heart of every innovation.

I am an Assistant Professor of Sport Science specializing in Sport Psychology and Intelligent Systems. I earned my PhD from Bielefeld University, Germany, graduating magna cum laude. With over 10 years of experience in teaching, research, and applied practice, my work focuses on integrating psychology and technology to enhance athletic performance. My expertise includes mental training, neurofeedback, EEG, and sports technology, with a strong focus on translating scientific research into practical performance solutions. I have published extensively in leading Q1 journals and have served as a reviewer for prestigious international journals, including Biological Psychology and Frontiers in Psychology. I am also a member of the Emerging Countries Projects Committee at the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP). As a Sports Psychology and Performance Consultant, I work with elite athletes and national teams in Egypt, including the Judo and Fencing national teams, supporting their mental preparation and performance for international and Olympic competitions.

Ahmed Salem is an engineer, entrepreneur, and business professional with nearly 20 years of experience across engineering, commercial management, business development, and project management in Egypt and the GCC. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Kuadra, an AI-driven technology company developing practical industry solutions across sectors including construction, logistics, and oil & gas. Ahmed’s experience combines a strong engineering background with commercial and business development expertise, with a growing focus on how AI and emerging technologies can improve decision-making, productivity, and business performance across different industries.

Nelly Mahmoud is a dynamic leader at the intersection of banking, communications, and entrepreneurship, with 29 years of distinguished experience transforming how financial institutions connect with emerging markets and underserved communities across fashion, real estate, advertising, banking, and fintech industries in Europe, the US, the Gulf, and Egypt. Transforming EGBANK Over ten years at EGBANK, Nelly orchestrated one of Egypt's most successful banking transformations. As Chief Officer of Corporate Communications & Marketing, she spearheaded the bank's complete rebranding with a revolutionary youth-centric business proposition, transforming EGBANK into one of Egypt's fastest-growing banks and a leading voice in youth banking and financial innovation. Currently heading Youth Beyond Banking and Financial Inclusion divisions, Nelly has become a cornerstone of Egypt's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Her expertise in entrepreneurship, fintech, startup incubation, and youth capacity building has expanded EGBANK's customer portfolio while fundamentally changing how young Egyptians and underserved segments access financial services. Through innovative capacity-building programs and strategic partnerships, she fosters financial literacy, entrepreneurship skills, and sustainable business development. Credentials & Recognition Nelly holds a Mass Communications degree from Cairo University and is fluent in English, French, and Arabic. She is a certified board member with advanced certifications in Strategic Branding (London Business School) and Fintech & Digital Payments (CFTE-EBI). As a certified fashion designer, stylist, and TV presenter, she brings unique creative storytelling expertise to brand building and public engagement. Named one of the Top 50 Influential Women in Egypt (2020), Nelly shapes industry policy as a member of the Financial Inclusion Committee of the Federation of Egyptian Banks and serves on the Board of Advisors of the British University of Egypt. Nelly Mahmoud represents the new generation of banking leaders who understand that financial inclusion means empowering communities, nurturing entrepreneurship, and building sustainable pathways to economic prosperity.

Mohamed Hamada is Regional Manager for MENA at Söderhub, a Swedish consultancy supporting Nordic companies with market entry, partnerships, and business development across the Middle East and North Africa. He also works as a Project Manager at FunRock, where he manages international teams and client projects across gaming and digital products. Mohamed’s background combines commercial execution, cross-border business, and investment fundamentals, supported by his completion of the Private Equity Diploma at the American University in Cairo. His experience spans both the Nordic and MENA markets, with a focus on turning business opportunities into practical partnerships and projects.

As the Co-Founder and Chief Health Officer at Kera Health Platforms Inc., I lead the clinical aspect for development and implementation of cutting-edge AI solutions that improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. With more than 20 years of experience in the healthcare sector, I have a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in transforming the industry with technology and innovation. Previously being a Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer at AXA Africa Health, I successfully launched "OneHealth by AXA", a chain of state of the art medical facilities across Egypt & Nigeria. we also developed AXA's first in-house EHR and Teleconsultation platform, we called it "Peret". My core competencies include healthcare strategy, health insurance, clinical governance, healthcare operations, medical equipment and diagnostics, digital transformation, EMR and HIS, telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and wearables. I have successfully launched and managed multiple healthcare ventures and projects in Africa and the Middle East, leveraging my expertise in emergency and preventive medicine, healthcare management, and health insurance. I am passionate about creating positive impact and value for patients, providers, and stakeholders through healthcare innovation and digital transformation.

Hussein Bahgat is the Founder and Managing Director of Ritual Coffee Co., a specialty coffee roastery and training academy based in Egypt. One of the internationally certified coffee quality experts in the region and one of the pioneers of specialty coffee in Egypt, he has spent over 9 years building Ritual into a leading name in the country’s growing specialty coffee scene since 2018.

Tarek Nasr is a prominent serial entrepreneur best known as the founder and CEO of ThePlanet Studios. He transitioned from a digital media pioneer into a leading creator of high-end mainstream entertainment in the MENA having produced multiple hit series and films including "The Giza Killer", "Batal El Alam" & "Egybest"

Karima El Hakim is Partner, Africa at Plug and Play Tech Center, where she leads the firm’s venture capital activities across the continent and drives the expansion of its open innovation and corporate partnerships in African markets. Her investment and advocacy work spans fintech, cybersecurity, smart cities, and industrial innovation, with a strong emphasis on building scalable, market-driven ecosystems that connect capital, policy, and technology. Karima is actively engaged in shaping AI application and development across African markets, working through programs, enablement accelerators, and government partnerships to translate emerging technologies into scalable, ground-level impact. Karima is an MIT Foundry Fellow (2025) and Co-Chair of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce in Egypt. She serves on the Board of EGX Holding Company for Financial Markets’ Development, the holding company of the Egyptian Exchange, and on the Board of Value SMEs, a financial services company focused on SME lending. She also serves on the inaugural Advisory Committee of the Financial Regulatory Authority’s FinTech Regulatory Sandbox for the 2026–2027 term. Previously, Karima held leadership and ecosystem-building roles at Fawry, Falak Startups, Orascom Development Holding, and Danone, building experience across financial technology, entrepreneurship, investment, corporate innovation, and business development.

Rasha Kenawi is a senior Economist and Advisor to Governments turned Leadership Development Expert, Trainer and Corporate Culture Consultant. She is one of the awarded Top 50 Most Influential Women during 2020. Rasha is the founder of RK Leadership Consulting and one of the “Adaptive Leadership Network” of Harvard Practitioners around the world– our aim is to work with executive teams to improve their leadership competencies and effectiveness. Rasha holds a Master’s degree for Public Administration from Harvard Kennedy School. She became obsessed with transforming organizations and people who are seeking higher performance level. Her end goal is to develop moral leaders around the world. Rasha is now working with global brands as a highly-rated Executive trainer and Transformational leadership expert.

Consultant Cardiologist graduated 1980, head of cardiology department,national heart institute. Member of supreme council of medical responsibility, of the National high committee for Heart diseases, and early technology adopter of AI in medicine

Ahmed Aly Mostafa is the Digital Health & Innovation Lead at Roche Egypt, where he bridges the gap between clinical medicine and technological innovation to drive Personalized Healthcare. A Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist by training, he transitioned from full-time clinical practice at EGYPTAIR Hospital to spearhead data-driven health-tech solutions. With prior leadership roles at Startups as Clinical Director at Balsamee LTD and Medical Advisor for NabdaCare, Ahmed Aly leverages his deep clinical foundation and digital health expertise to build a more effective, patient-centric, and accessible healthcare ecosystem.

Laila A. Helmy is a digital transformation and technology leader with over 15 years of experience spanning banking, healthcare, technology, data, and digital innovation. She currently leads Digital Transformation for Consumer Banking at FABMISR, where she focuses on reimagining customer journeys, accelerating digital adoption, and translating emerging technologies into practical solutions that create measurable value for customers and the business. Before joining banking, Laila spent a decade at AstraZeneca, where she held leadership roles across IT, digital innovation, data, and transformation. Her work included digital health, customer engagement, analytics, technology-enabled patient journeys, and collaborations across the healthcare ecosystem. Laila holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Cairo University. She continues to invest in her learning at the intersection of technology, business, and transformation, most recently completing the AI in Healthcare program from Johns Hopkins University.

Nermin Dessouky is an international development and research and innovation professional with over a decade of experience working at the intersection of urbanism, sustainable cities, technology, policy, research, and institutional development. She currently serves as Executive Director of the EU Liaison Office for Research and Innovation at Egypt’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, where she works to strengthen Egypt’s participation in European research and innovation programmes and build stronger connections between academia, government, industry, and international partners. Previously, Nermin worked with UN-Habitat, leading urban development initiatives across areas including urban policy, housing, mobility, local economic development, urban innovation, and sustainable city development. Her work has included engagement with emerging urban technologies and the evolving relationship between cities, technology, and the built environment. Her experience also includes working on the first Sustainable Community in the Middle East, where she contributed to designing interventions and “nudges” that encourage more sustainable behaviours and make sustainability part of everyday community life. Trained as an architect and urban geographer, Nermin holds a PhD in Urban Geography from the University of California, Davis, and an MSc in Sustainable Development from the American University in Cairo. She has worked across Egypt, the United States, and the UAE, and has taught and mentored students and professionals. She is particularly interested in how technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship can reshape cities and improve the way people interact with the built environment from PropTech and urban innovation to more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient communities.

Mohamed Tohami is a bestselling author, 6x Stevie® Award-winning entrepreneur, and the Middle East’s leading voice on passion-driven entrepreneurship. For more than 20 years, his books, programs, and talks have helped thousands of people rethink success, build businesses around what they love, and create lives with more freedom and impact. At the heart of all his work is one core belief: Freedom of Choice — the freedom to choose how you work, how you live, and what success means to you.

Amal Enan is a multi-asset investor and institution builder with over two decades of experience deploying capital across public and private markets, fixed income, real estate, venture, and fund investments in emerging markets. Amal serves as Chief Investment Officer of the American University in Cairo’s Endowment, where she constructs and oversees a diversified portfolio spanning multiple asset classes with the dual mandate of preserving intergenerational capital and sustaining access to education. Alongside this, she is a Partner at 500 Global, a USD 2.4 billion venture capital firm, where she leads the country’s operations early-stage investments in Egypt across sectors. Amal’s most distinctive expertise lies in identifying and backing first-time fund managers. As Executive Director of the Egyptian-American Enterprise Fund — which she joined as its first employee and grew to over USD 300 million under management — she seeded four first-time fund managers, providing not just capital but the institutional scaffolding needed for emerging managers to scale. This work positioned EAEF as one of the most consequential catalysts for private capital formation in Egypt. Prior to EAEF, Amal built her investment foundation at the International Finance Corporation, structuring debt and equity transactions across MENA infrastructure, and at the leading regional investment bank, EFG-Hermes. She also served at Egypt’s Ministry of Finance, where she shaped macroeconomic reform policy and engaged international institutions on sovereign fiscal matters. Amal holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master’s in Environment and Development from the London School of Economics, and a Bachelor’s in Economics from Cairo University. She is a CFA Charterholder, a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum, a MELI Fellow at the Aspen Institute, and a Term Member of the Council on Foreign Relations. She is the founder of The Lotus Collective, dedicated to women’s access to finance and climate solutions. She serves on the boards of One Bank, The Suez Canal Container Terminal, UEFFIC, and SmartCare Medical.

An Egyptian construction engineer and entrepreneur, who launched Egypt’s first online content magazine with the intention of sparking happiness at a challenging time for the nation in 2011: what started off as Disalata, evolved into Tayarah in 2014 to become Egypt’s first untraditional advertising boutique and veteran content hub that he co-founded and currently heads as Managing Director, where he continues to mindfully add value to brands and targeted audiences through innovative creative formats and optimized productions, and collaborations with Egypt’s most acclaimed brands, agencies, and celebrities. Leveraging on his passion for storytelling and impacting people and societies, in 2022, Bassiouni embarked on his first hosting experience through an original round-table digital format, “Khatwetein Li Wara, aimed at inspiring aspiring Egyptian entrepreneurs by providing proof that dreams are attainable through showcasing the raw, humane, and authentic stories of some of the most acclaimed businessmen in different industries across the country. Bassiouni has an aptitude for scouting talent, both, on the corporate and creative levels, where he has a record of nurturing skills through training and creative incubation before directing them into areas of growth and sustainability.

I am a results-driven fintech leader and innovation strategist dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional banking infrastructure and the rapidly evolving tech ecosystem. Currently, I serve as the Head of FinTech and Startup Partnerships at SAIB (Société Arabe Internationale de Banque), where I spearhead the integration of cutting-edge technologies—such as AI/ML models, automated supply chain financing, and next-generation onboarding frameworks—to drive scalable institutional synergy and bank-wide digital transformation. Throughout my career, I have held pivotal leadership roles at prominent financial institutions, including Arab Investment Bank (aiBANK) and ALEXBANK (Intesa Sanpaolo Group). In these positions, I successfully managed P&L portfolios, spearheaded high-performing retail asset divisions, and designed comprehensive wealth and bancassurance propositions. Driven by a commitment to financial inclusion and forward-thinking governance, I actively contribute as a member of both the Federation of Egyptian Banks (FEB) Fintech Committee and the Saib AI Committee.I hold a BA in Commerce from Cairo University and am a dual-certified professional from The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII - London). By fostering agile, data-driven collaboration, I focus on transforming core operational processes and scaling mutually beneficial commercial solutions that unlock sustainable business growth.

Title: Founder and CEO Carerha Jessy Radwan is the founder and CEO of Carerha, a female focused career platform empowering women economically and fostering inclusive workplaces. With a degree in business administration and economics from the American University in Cairo, Jessy has built a successful career in sales, business development, and marketing, working with leading companies such as Palm Hills, Orascom Development, and Inertia. Driven by a passion for promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, Jessy founded Carerha to bridge the gender gap and create a more equitable work culture. Carerha provides comprehensive courses, programs, and events designed to enhance women’s qualifications for the job market or empower them to start and scale their own businesses. Furthermore, Carerha offers a range of employer services for companies in order to contribute to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Cem Tarık Yüksel has been serving as the General Manager for North Africa, Levant, and Iraq at Unilever since April 2024, based in Cairo, Egypt. In this position, leveraging his 38 years of experience, he leads the company’s strategic direction and operations across a diverse and rich region, with a focus on sustainable growth, advancing organizational capabilities, and strengthening Unilever’s presence in one of its most dynamic markets. He has served several years as Gulf Countries Managing Director from 2016 and served as different managing director positions in the region. Earlier, in 2009, he was appointed Vice President of Customer Development in Türkiye. During this period from 2010 until 2020 , He had a dual responsibility serving as Customer Development Lead for the NAMETRUB (North Africa, Middle East, Turkey , Russia , Ukraine, Belarus and Central Asia ) region, where he advanced market strategies, drove sales growth, and strengthened customer relationships. Earlier, in 2006, Yüksel served as Vice President of Human Resources for Turkey, Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Iran, where he shaped HR strategies with a focus on talent development, employee engagement, and building high-performing teams. In 2003, he took on dual roles as Vice President of Technology and Vice President of Planning and Logistics for the Operational Group Ice Cream and Frozen Foods Europe at Unilever, overseeing operations, planning, and technological advancements. In his earlier stages of his career, in 1998, Yüksel was appointed Supply Chain Director for Algida Ice Cream at Unilever Türkiye. He began his career with Unilever in 1987, holding various supply chain management positions in Turkey and Italy, where he gained broad operational expertise in logistics, planning, and manufacturing, experience that shaped the strategic yet hands-on leadership style he continues to apply today. Yüksel holds a degree in Electronics Engineering from Boğaziçi University and an MBA from Istanbul University. He further enhanced his expertise through post-graduate studies in Digital Business at Columbia Business School and MIT Executive Education. He is the ex-President of Futurist Association and Consultancy Board member currently.

Nada Shaheen is the Managing Director of GB Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of GB Corp, one of the leading industrial groups in the Middle East and Africa. As the first Egyptian woman to lead a corporate venture capital fund in Africa, she plays a pioneering role in bridging corporate innovation with high-growth startup ecosystems across emerging markets. With over a decade of experience in entrepreneurship, venture capital, and innovation, Nada has worked with institutions including the Central Bank of Egypt and the European Union, and now leads strategic investments across fintech, mobility, logistics, and industrial technologies. A serial entrepreneur, she brings an operational lens to investing and actively mentors early-stage founders across Egypt and Sub-Saharan Africa. Nada is a member of Global Women in VC and a frequent speaker at leading international technology and investment forums across Africa and the Middle East.

Dalia Abou Omar is an Egyptian entrepreneur, TV anchor, and media professional working at the intersection of entrepreneurship, technology, and the future of food. She is the Founder of Proteinni, a food technology company transforming the protein industry through innovation in processing, preservation, and access to high quality protein products. With a long standing career in media and a deep engagement with Egypt’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, Dalia has worked closely with founders, investors, and innovators, gaining a first hand understanding of what it takes to turn ideas into businesses. Her work today focuses on bridging media, business, and technology while exploring how innovation can address real world challenges and create scalable opportunities across the region

Belal Zahran is the Chief Revenue Officer at Foodics overseeing the company’s revenue strategy, commercial growth, and regional expansion across key markets, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Kuwait, and Jordan. Since joining Foodics in August 2021, Belal has played a pivotal role in driving the company’s growth and strengthening its regional presence. Before serving as Chief Revenue Officer, he was the Regional Managing Director of Foodics Egypt & the UAE, where he led commercial expansion, built strong teams, strengthened customer and partner relationships, and developed growth strategies tailored to each market. Belal began his career in banking, working with HSBC and CIB for five years before transitioning into the startup ecosystem. In 2012, he joined Bayt.com, where he climbed the ranks to become Country Manager for Egypt, leading the company’s strategic and operational activities. Belal holds an MBA from ESLSCA Business School in Paris. Passionate about the F&B industry’s potential, he believes in technology’s role in driving business growth, improving restaurant operations, and supporting the sector’s digital transformation across the region.

Nour El-Shaeri is the Founder and CEO of IA — Investment Analyst AI, an AI screening and evaluation layer built for venture funds and accelerators, and Chief Business Officer of GATEIT, where he leads the commercial side of enterprise AI deployments. He leads startup and venture capital coverage at Arab News, the Middle East's leading English-language daily, reporting on the founders, funding and policy shaping the technology economy across Saudi Arabia and the wider region, and serves as Strategic Communications Director at PACEHAUS. His work sits where capital, technology and narrative meet — turning information into intelligence, and intelligence into decisions that hold up under scrutiny.

International Shooting Coach & Former Olympic Athlete specializing in 10m Air Pistol and 25m events with over 18 years of experience. Proven success in training elite athletes for Gulf, Arab, Asian, World Cups, World Championships, and Olympic competitions. Holder of ISSF C & D Coaching Certificates, with strong expertise in performance analysis, training program design, and mentoring athletes of all levels (youth, junior, senior). Skilled in guiding local coaches, implementing modern coaching methods, and fostering athlete motivation to achieve excellence.

I am Dr. Ayat Abdelhady, holding a PhD in Health Club Management. I am also the Founder and Owner of A90 for Health Services. I have more than 15 years of extensive practical experience in the health and fitness industry, with a strong background in the management, operation, and development of health clubs and fitness facilities. In addition to my professional experience, I have conducted and contributed to several studies and research projects related to the management and development of health clubs and the fitness industry. This combination of academic knowledge and practical experience has given me a comprehensive understanding of the industry and its operational, managerial, and developmental requirements.

Dr. Mohamed Kholief is the CEO of Integrated Knowledge Dynamics (IKD) and a senior consultant specializing in AI business integration, innovation, entrepreneurship, digital transformation, strategy, and emerging technology ecosystems. With a strong foundation in agile methodologies and professional certifications including EFQM, COBIT, and ITIL, he has contributed to major digital and innovation initiatives across government, startups, manufacturing, financial services, culture, and the sports and entertainment sectors. His expertise increasingly extends into SportsTech and esports, with a focus on the intersection of artificial intelligence, immersive technologies, digital platforms, gaming, and sports innovation. His work encompasses the development of technology-enabled sports and esports ecosystems, VR and simulation-based experiences, digital fan engagement, innovation-driven business models, and the application of AI and data to improve sports operations, experiences, and commercialization. This combination of technology strategy, entrepreneurship, and ecosystem development positions him particularly well to advise sports organizations, federations, startups, investors, and governments on the emerging SportsTech economy. As a board member, lecturer, and strategic advisor, Dr. Kholief contributes to digital culture, innovation, and transformation at both national and international levels. He has led strategic initiatives across Egypt and the Middle East, strengthened digital and entrepreneurial ecosystems, supported technology commercialization, and fostered international collaboration between governments, industry, academia, startups, and technology partners. His experience with international organizations including UNDP, USAID-funded programs, and GIZ demonstrates his ability to navigate and lead complex, multi-stakeholder projects in international environments. His academic credentials include a Doctorate from Maastricht School of Management, complementing his extensive professional experience and strengthening his leadership in AI, digital transformation, innovation strategy, entrepreneurship, and SportsTech.

Tarek Elsamni is a technologist and founder with two decades of experience building and securing large-scale cloud platforms. He is the Founder and CEO of Xplain AI, an AI learning platform that turns the questions curious children ask into narrated, illustrated lessons in Arabic and English. Built by an Egyptian engineering team, the product now serves families across the Middle East and the United States and is being deployed in Egyptian schools. Alongside Xplain AI, Tarek runs Shebang Labs, a cloud, DevOps, and platform engineering consultancy. Before founding his own ventures he spent close to 20 years in engineering roles at GE, SAP, Maersk, Citrix, and Deloitte, working across cloud infrastructure, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, and Terraform. He holds an MSc in Distributed Cloud Systems from the University of Hertfordshire. Egyptian-British and based between Dubai and Cairo, Tarek is a vocal advocate for building globally competitive AI products from Egypt.

Clinical Nutrition Consultant Researcher of Human Genetics, National Research Centre (NRC) Acting head of Nutrition Program, MSA University President of Giza Physicians Nutrition Association (GPNA)

MARWA ABOUELSEOUD GENERAL MANAGER | ALEXANDRIA ANGELS Angel Investing • Investor Relations • Startup Ecosystems • Strategic Partnerships EXECUTIVE PROFILE Marwa Abouelseoud is the General Manager of Alexandria Angels, an angel investor network connecting investors, entrepreneurs, startups, venture capital firms, family offices, corporates, and ecosystem stakeholders across Egypt and the wider MENA region. She leads the network’s strategic direction and operations, with responsibility for investor engagement, deal flow, partnerships, and ecosystem development, focusing on expanding access to capital for high-potential technology and technology- enabled startups. Her experience spans business development, investor relations, entrepreneurship, strategic partnerships, startup ecosystems, and investment. At Alexandria Angels, she works across the investment journey - from startup sourcing, screening, and due diligence to investor engagement, fundraising, and post-investment support. She also develops relationships with financial institutions, corporates, government entities, development organizations, and regional ecosystem partners to facilitate investment opportunities, strategic partnerships, and cross-border collaboration. INVESTMENT & NETWORK HIGHLIGHTS 30+ 3 2 EGYPT • MENA • GCC REGIONAL REACH PORTFOLIO STARTUPS FULL EXITS PARTIAL EXITS LEADERSHIP & ECOSYSTEM IMPACT Capital Connect Marwa leads Capital Connect, an investor engagement platform bringing together angel investors, VCs, family offices, corporates, founders, and ecosystem leaders. Through investor matchmaking, startup showcases, networking, and strategic discussions, the platform is designed to create meaningful investment relationships and connect regional capital with entrepreneurial opportunities. Mint Incubator She also oversees Alexandria Angels’ involvement in the Mint Incubator, supporting startup incubation, investment readiness, investor connectivity, and ecosystem engagement. This work helps identify promising entrepreneurs and strengthen their access to investors and the wider business ecosystem. Regional Partnerships Her work extends across regional and international initiatives involving investors, founders, financial institutions, corporates, government institutions, development organizations, and international partners. These engagements help build stronger bridges between Egypt’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and regional and international investment networks. Speaker & Judge Marwa has contributed to the entrepreneurship and business ecosystem as a speaker and judge at Gulfood, and has served as a judge at WAM and in U.S. Embassy startup initiatives, evaluating entrepreneurs, innovative businesses, and emerging startup opportunities. AREAS OF EXPERTISE Angel Investing • Investor Relations • Startup Investment Readiness • Business Development • Strategic Partnerships • Ecosystem Development • Cross-Border Investment • Entrepreneurship • Stakeholder Engagement EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, 2001 MARWA ABOUELSEOUD • EXECUTIVE

Reine Metlej is an award-winning entrepreneur, environmental engineer, and consultant with extensive regional and international experience in entrepreneurship, sustainability, and innovation. As an entrepreneurship expert and startup trainer, she has designed and delivered training, mentoring, and capacity-building programs for startups, entrepreneurs, and business support organizations across the region. She works closely with entrepreneurs to strengthen their business models, develop practical strategies, and transform ideas into sustainable and impactful ventures. Reine is also a sustainability consultant specializing in ESG, circular economy, waste management, and sustainable development. Through her work, she supports businesses and institutions in developing innovative, resilient, and future-ready solutions while creating meaningful environmental and social impact. Her work sits at the intersection of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability, empowering businesses and entrepreneurs to turn challenges into opportunities and build solutions designed for long-term impact.

AzizSara Aziz is the founder and CEO of Safe Egypt, anorganization dedicated to promoting child protectionand empowerment since its inception in 2012. Sheholds both a Master’s and a Bachelor’s degree inPsychotherapy, along with a specialized Diploma inCounseling Sexual Abuse Survivors. With over 14 yearsof experience in child protection, womenempowerment, and mental health, Sara is a certifiedtrainer and counselor for children, adolescents, andfamilies.As a passionate author, Sara has published a series ofchildren's books addressing critical topics such assexual abuse awareness, anti-bullying, healthyrelationships, and sex education. Under herleadership, Safe Egypt has developed variousedutainment and psychological well-being resources,including: “Safeelings Game”, “The Elephant Journal,and other numerous tools and games designed forchildren, youth, and adults. Her focus on practical,family-oriented solutions empowers parents,caregivers, and educators to nurture a healthy,resilient generation. In 2024, Sara was elected as an official member of theNational Council for Childhood and Motherhood andshe also serves on the youth committee of theNational Council for Women.

Ehab Nosseir is a Mental Performance Coach for athletes and the founder of Mind Under Pressure (MUP), a coaching practice focused on the psychology of performing under pressure. His approach centers on investigation rather than generic motivation: understanding the athlete, identifying the pattern behind a performance problem, forming a working hypothesis, and developing the specific mental skill that closes the gap between training and competition. Ehab brings a rare combination of perspectives to this work. He is an ICF-certified coach (PCC Candidate) with a background spanning strategic operations, business development and commercial strategy across multiple industries. He is also a lifelong competitive athlete with roughly two decades in competitive water polo and current participation as an active Masters swimmer; which means his coaching is tested from inside the arena, not only from behind a desk. Through Mind Under Pressure, Ehab works with competitive athletes across swimming, waterpolo, football, fencing, squash, kickboxing and other sports in Egypt and the wider MENA region, and is increasingly exploring how athlete data, physiology and technology intersect with the psychological processes that shape performance under pressure. He holds an MBA in Marketing and a BSc in Computer Science.

Nataly is an Investment Principal at Seedstars International Ventures, covering MENA & South Asia. She has +5 years of professional experience across venture investing, spanning fintech infrastructure, B2B SaaS, and vertical AI. She leads end-to-end investments across India, MENA, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, and built Seedstars' India investment presence from the ground up. She works closely with the fintech portion of the portfolio and has originated relationships with LPs including DFIs, sovereign investors, and institutional funds.

Dr. Nancy Naguib is a Business Development and socio-economic development strategist with more than 15 years of experience across Egypt and the MENA region. Her expertise spans business development, entrepreneurship, health and community development, institutional strengthening, youth capacity building, women’s economic empowerment, sustainability, organizational growth, and the design and implementation of development programs across multiple sectors. Throughout her career, Dr. Naguib has worked with leading international and national organizations, including Pathfinder International, GIZ, USAID, UN Women, the World Bank, the European Union, ILO, Oxfam, AUC, Shell Social Investment, and Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population. She currently serves as Head of Business Development Consulting at the Business Development Institute (BDI), where she leads strategic partnerships, consulting initiatives, learning programs, and capacity-development projects supporting organizations, enterprises, NGOs, and social ventures. Dr. Naguib is a consultant specializing in business development, leadership, gender mainstreaming, and organizational capacity building. She holds a Doctorate and Master’s degree in Business Administration from the United Kingdom,

I’m Ahmed hamoda ceo & Cofounder of Joudran company specialized in building warehouses and darkstores across the region starting from Egypt to ksa , Emirates and Bahrain We help most of the big names in the market of q commerce to build there infrastructure’s in a short time and other services related to operations and 3PL support ,Ai , through a lot of other companies we owned and all related to q Commerce sector

Dr. Ramy Khodeir is a marketing professor, consultant, and Founder of AIM Consulting, with more than 30 years of experience in marketing, sales, business development, and commercial strategy across multinational organizations. Throughout his career, he has worked across diverse industries, including FMCG, telecommunications, technology, and investment banking, managing commercial operations across Europe, North Africa, and Asia. He previously served as Market Development Manager at Orascom Telecom Holding, where he led investment initiatives and developed market-entry strategies for international markets. He also held senior roles at Raya Telecom and Vodafone Egypt across marketing, business planning, campaign management, strategic compliance, and solution selling. Earlier in his career, he worked with Philip Morris and Xerox. Since 2003, Dr. Ramy has served as an Adjunct Professor of Marketing and Brand Management at Misr International University and ESLSCA University, teaching advanced strategic marketing courses and supervising research papers and theses across DBA, MBA, and undergraduate programs.

Ghada Kabesh is Co-Founder and Global Technical Director of the Business Development Institute (BDI), MENA's first specialized online business development institute. Built on a technology- and AI-driven model, BDI has grown to a team of 80+ and a network of over 10,000 practitioners across 12+ countries in MENA and Africa, and is a Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship (Cohort 3) company, delivered in collaboration with EdVentures. As a senior technical advisor with 25+ years in MSME and startup finance, microfinance, and business development, Ghada has supported entrepreneurship and innovation programs for USAID, Habitat for Humanity International, Global Affairs Canada, UN Women, UN-Habitat, and the Aga Khan network. She led USAID SEED and the Sustainable Services Activity, overseeing a national network of business development organizations, advising incubators and accelerators, and mentoring startup cohorts on investment readiness. She has led 30+ market studies across Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, and Yemen and is a frequent speaker and panel moderator at regional platforms including the MENA Housing Forums.

Hamza brings over 14 years of experience at the intersection of startups, venture-building, and early-stage investing across leading ecosystem platforms in Egypt and the wider MENAP region. He is currently Investment Director at Antler MENAP, where he leads due diligence and works closely with founders across the residency. He previously served as Head of Strategic Ventures at Banque Misr, where he built and led the bank's innovation fund from inception. Before that, he spent seven years with AUC Venture Lab, which he helped build from inception into a leading university-backed accelerator, and co-founded AUC Angels, its angel investment arm.

Mohanned El Gohary is the Customer Excellence & Capability Building Lead at Novartis Egypt, with over 11 years of experience across sales, marketing, commercial excellence, customer engagement, and digital transformation. He leads initiatives that leverage data, AI, and omnichannel engagement to enhance customer experience, build organizational capabilities, and drive sustainable business impact.

Entrepreneur & Brand Builder Mazen Draz is an Egyptian entrepreneur and brand builder with a strong focus on branding, marketing, consumer behavior, and building modern consumer businesses. His experience spans business operations, education, marketing, and entrepreneurship, giving him a perspective that connects creative brand thinking with the practical realities of building and scaling a company. He is a co-founder of Waqtun, an Egyptian watch and lifestyle brand built around the concept of time, ambition, and personal progress. From its positioning and visual identity to its content strategy, community building, product storytelling, and launch campaigns, Mazen has been closely involved in shaping Waqtun as a brand rather than simply a watch company. Waqtun approaches marketing through storytelling and community, creating a world around the idea of “time” before focusing on the product itself. The brand targets a new generation of ambitious consumers and uses design, cultural references, limited releases, collaborations, and community-led marketing to establish a distinctive identity in the market. Beyond Waqtun, Mazen works across brand strategy, marketing, operations, and business development, with a particular interest in how strong brands can create communities, shape consumer behavior, and turn products into cultural ideas.

Montaser ElAttar is the Founder and CEO of EGIKE, a clean-tech startup transforming urban transit into an active, healthy, and zero-emission lifestyle across North Africa. Combining his mechanical engineering background with a vision for sustainable living, ElAttar leads EGIKE’s vertically integrated hardware ecosystem—spanning localized e-vehicle manufacturing, shared mobility fleets, a proprietary battery-swapping network built for last-mile delivery and daily transport.

Yasmine Khalil is the Founder of Mirsho, an AI-powered embedded finance infrastructure company connecting SMEs, software platforms, and lenders across MENA. She holds a BSc in Actuarial Science from the American University in Cairo, with minors in Computer Science and Economics. Before founding Mirsho, Yasmine worked across insurance, banking, fintech, and artificial intelligence, including roles at AXA, Emirates NBD, and FlapKap. At FlapKap, she worked in credit before moving into AI, where she built and led initiatives focused on automating underwriting and financial operations. Her experience across credit, technology, and financial services led her to build Mirsho with the goal of making SME financing more accessible, data-driven, and seamless across the region.

​خبيرة الاستشارات النفسية والأسرية ومؤسس مبادرة "100 مليون صحة نفسية""مجتمع المسعف النفسي" ​الرؤية والهدف: تؤمن الدكتورة عائشة حسن بأن استقرار المجتمع يبدأ من استقرار الأسرة. لذا، تكرس خبرتها التي تمتد لأكثر من عقدين في تمكين الوالدين والمعلمين من فهم الاحتياجات النفسية والنمائية للأطفال، وتزويدهم بالأدوات اللازمة لبناء علاقات سوية خالية من الصراعات، مما يضمن التوازن النفسي والعقلي لجميع أفراد الأسرة. كما تساعد فى تمكين سيدات الأعمال والوصول اللى التوازن النفسي وريادة الأعمال. 👌​أبرز المحطات المهنية والتطوعية. ​الريادة المجتمعية: مؤسس وقائد مبادرة "100 مليون صحة نفسية"، حيث تقود شبكة تضم أكثر من 500 متخصص . عضو فى جمعية سيدات الأعمال Bwe21 كما عملت كمقرر للجنة المرأة بالنادى الاهلى . ورئيس ومتحدث فى العديد من المؤتمرات والملتقيات . عضو فى لجنة السياسات الوطنية . 👌​الخبرة الإكلينيكية والاستشارية: المؤسس والمدير لمركز "زهوة للاستشارات النفسية" (Zahwa Mental Health Hub)، حيث تشرف على فريق من 50 استشارياً ومعالجاً، مع التركيز على تصميم برامج تعديل السلوك والذكاء العاطفي للمراهقين. وصاحبة حضانة للأطفال واكاديمية . 👌​التعاون الدولي: استشارية معتمدة لدى منظمات دولية كبرى، منها منظمة RTI International في ملف استثمارات الصحة النفسية للمراهقين بمصر، بالإضافة إلى التعاون مع UNODC والمجلس القومي للمرأة وkanvick International. مدير مشروع دولى للاقلاع عن التدخين . 👌​الحضور الإعلامي: مقدمة برامج في قنوات مثل النهار وقناة "هى" وبرنامج صغار كبار فى صوت العرب بالإضافة للظهور كضيف فى معظم القنوات التلفزيونية والراديو حيث تسخر خبرتها كمتحدثة عامة لرفع الوعي النفسي والتربوي على نطاق واسع. 👌​المؤهلات العلمية والاعتمادات: ​تجمع الدكتورة عائشة بين العمق الأكاديمي والمهارة المهنية، فهي حاصلة على: ↙️فى مجال الصحة النفسية والإرشاد النفسي دكتوراة فى الإرشاد النفسي ​ماجستير مهني في الصحة النفسية والإرشاد الأسري. باحث ماجيستير اكاديمى فى الصحة النفسية دبلوم عام تربوى من جامعة عين شمس كلية التربية دبلوم خاص فى الصحة النفسية ​شهادة الكوتشينج المعتمدة من الاتحاد الدولي للكوتشينج (ICF). ​دبلوم متخصص في اضطرابات الأمراض النفسية للأطفال وايضا الامراض النفسية للكبار من جامعة القاهرة. ​أخصائي معتمد في تعديل السلوك وصعوبات التعلم من جامعة عين شمس. ​مدرب معتمد في التربية الإيجابية من الجمعية الأمريكية للتربية الإيجابية (USA). ↙️فى مجال الإدارة وريادة الأعمال. ​اختيرت من ضمن Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women من كلية وارتون بجامعة بنسلفانيا.لدراسةالقيادة والريادة لسيدات العمال . كما حصلت الدكتورة عائشة على الرخصة الدولية لقيادة الأعمال (IBDL) هي برنامج اعتمادي عالمي لإدارة الأعمال يهدف لتأهيل محترفي وقادة الأعمال لمساعدة ١٠٠ سيدة على فتح مشروعات صغيرة MBA من الجامعة الأمريكية وحصلت ايضا على برنامج تمكين سيدات الأعمال التابع UN women والجامعة الأمريكية "رابحة" وقامت بالتحكيم فيه للعديد من المشروعات الصغيرة . 👌​مجالات التخصص: ​الإرشاد الأسري : حل النزاعات وتطوير لغة الحوار. ​تعديل سلوك الأطفال والمراهقين: التعامل مع التحديات النمائية والنفسية. تمكين نفسي وريادة الأعمال لسيدات الأعمال ​التدريب المؤسسي: ورش عمل حول التوازن بين العمل والحياة والذكاء العاطفي والتربية والصحة النفسية فى بيئة العمل. ​تصميم البرامج التوعوية: إعداد محتوى تدريبي وتوعوي لمختلف الفئات المجتمعية. 👌الخبرة السياسية رئيس لجنة الامومة والطفولة المركزية بحزب حماة الوطن رئيس لجنةالصحة النفسية المركزية بحزب الوعى . #عايشة_الحياة

Accomplished business leader, mentor, and educator with over 14 years of proven expertise in driving business growth, fostering innovation, and creating impactful partnerships across industries in the MENA region. Former Regional Business Director at Chefaa, Homzmart & R2S and currently founder of Grow Academy where he spearheads market expansion, strategic sales, and corporate alliances. As Business Mentor in AUC Venture Lab & Former Instructor at ESLSCA, Nadeem has delivered over 1,000 hours of training to more than 3,000 professionals and entrepreneurs, with a focus on actionable strategies in business development, negotiation, sales optimization, and customer relationship management.

Founder and CEO of GBarena, leverages 17+ years of tech and product expertise to shape the MENA region's gaming landscape. Originally founded to connect gamers, sponsors, and organizers into a thriving esports ecosystem, GBarena has scaled through key acquisitions and partnerships. Today, the platform is expanding its impact by integrating gamification into new frontiers, particularly through educational gaming and school-focused initiatives.

MSc Strength & Conditioning, University of Greenwich, UK. Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), NSCA Former Clinical Exercise Physiologist at Medway Hospital, UK.

Hesham Abaza is the Co-Founder & CEO of Burkan Sports Agency and a Lecturer in the Sports Management MBA Progra. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Université Toulouse II,france, an MBA in Sports Marketing from Sports Management School Paris, and a Level 7 Project Management certification. He specializes in sports marketing, project management, and delivering impactful sports experiences.

I’m Head of E-Commerce at Hayat Egypt, with previous experience at Samsung, L’Oréal, Noon, and Black+Decker. I bring over 10 years of experience across e-commerce, digital commerce, D2C, and marketplaces in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.

Strategic marketing leader with 16+ years of experience driving brand growth, creative excellence, and integrated campaigns across education, entertainment, FMCG and banking sectors. Proven track record in building successful brands and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impact-driven campaigns that elevate visibility and engagement across diverse markets. EDUCATION: Masters of Mass Communications (specialization Marketing): London Metropolitan University, London, United Kingdom, October 2012 Result: Distinction (highest honors) Bachelor of Arts: The American University in Cairo (AUC) Major: Mass Communication specialized in Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) Minor: Psychology Graduation: June 2009 GPA: 3.7/4 (high honors) American Diploma: BBC International School, June 2005, SAT examination score: 1230, GPA: 4 International Baccalaureate (IB diploma): Stockholm International School, Sweden, 2002-2004 WORK EXPERIENCE: Head of Marketing, Events and PR, Emirates NBD, Jan 2026 – Present • Leading a fully integrated marketing and communications function spanning digital, business marketing, social media, PR, media buying, sponsorships, branding, web, and events. • Define and execute marketing and corporate communications strategies aligned with business growth, acquisition, and brand leadership. • Create and execute targeted events and experiential marketing initiatives for our different customer segments to enhance engagement and reinforce brand positioning. • Partner with GCC teams to ensure cross-market alignment, consistency, and regional synergy. • Develop segmented communication frameworks across retail, SME, and corporate audiences. • Drive performance and digital marketing initiatives to strengthen acquisition and conversion. • Oversee reputation management, corporate messaging, and agency ecosystems to deliver high-impact campaigns in a highly competitive regional banking landscape. Director of Marketing, The American University in Cairo, Jan 2018 – August 2025 • Led AUC’s first two-year flagship integrated campaign AUC100: Be the Future, celebrating the university’s centennial. Directed strategy, creative development, and global rollout involving 80+ distinguished alumni and international production teams. • Strengthened AUC’s positioning as Egypt’s leading global university across local and international markets. • Oversaw social media, media buying, video production, and market research, significantly elevating digital presence among leading global universities • Drove recruitment marketing initiatives across MENA and the U.S. to support international student enrollment growth. • Managed multiple agencies and internal teams for efficient campaign delivery. • Directed multi-channel strategies across ATL, digital, activations, events, print, and web to engage diverse stakeholders (students, alumni, donors, government, faculty) Head of Marketing, El Gouna Film Festival (GFF), April 23 – December 23 (Seasonal Position) • Led the comeback marketing strategy for the 6th edition after a two-year hiatus. • Directed integrated campaigns across digital, outdoor, video, rebranding, and BTL. • Managed a competitive multi-agency pitching process with leading regional agencies. • Curated and marketed 40+ events across an 8-day festival program, driving visibility and audience engagement. • Built strategic partnerships with tourism, cultural, and arts entities to amplify reach. • Oversaw social media, sponsor integration, on-ground activations, venue branding, and external agencies. Group Brand Manager, L'Oreal Egypt, Oct 2012 – Dec 2017 Progressed from Brand Manager to Senior Brand Manager to Group Brand Manager • Drove the success of multiple brands such as L’Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline and Lancôme through innovative campaigns and product launches in a highly competitive FMCG market. • Developed integrated plans balancing brand equity, awareness, creativity, and commercial growth. • Led cross-functional collaboration across sales, supply chain, distribution, finance, and training teams to ensure alignment and profitability. • Managed internal teams and external agencies such as digital, PR and media buying to ensure campaign excellence with a different group of agencies for each brand. • Worked closely with GCC and global headquarters on launches and strategy alignment. Communications Manager, Leo Burnett Cairo, July 2011- October 2011 (left to pursue Masters) • Managed strategic campaigns and client relationships, ensuring alignment with business objectives and creative excellence for clients such as Orange and Juhayna, • Liaising internally and externally with all relevant teams to ensure prompt execution and delivery of creative campaigns that consumers can engage with. • Oversaw timelines, budgets, market research and execution Senior Account Executive, JWT Cairo, January 2010 – July 2011 (Vodafone and Nokia) • Managed Vodafone and Nokia’s North African accounts, ensuring consistent brand communications across markets and country teams • Collaborated with creative teams and negotiated with clients to develop campaigns spanning TV, digital, print, and activations ensuring that the brand objectives are met Intern at Mindshare Tokyo, Japan (Marketing and Media Network), June 2009- January 2010 • Supported media planning and creative campaigns for clients including Lufthansa, Unilever, and Fujitsu, gaining international exposure to traditional and digital media strategies. Marketing Trainee, Mobinil (Orange now), June - August 2007. • Coordinated between the advertising agency and the marketing department. • Supervised several T.V ads shoots to ensure that the agreed upon storyboard was implemented. UNIVERSITY ACHIEVMENTS: • Valedictorian, Spring 2009: selected out of forty candidates to represent the graduating students by giving the self-written graduation speech in front of 4000 commencement attendees. • Group Leader in Graduation Project: Awarded "Best Campaign" by JWT on creating a fully integrated campaign about "Female Harassment on Egyptian Streets". • Member, Human Rights Council, Cairo International Model United Nations (CIMUN) • Peer Leader, First Year Experience Program DIPLOMAS: • Talk Show and News Presenting Diplomas- Cairo Media School, May 2017 • Television Presenting and Voice Coaching Diploma- ONA Academy, April 2017 LANGUAGES AND SKILLS: • Fluent spoken and written English and Arabic, basic French • Proficient in CRM tools such as Salesforce and HubsSpot, digital analytics, and AI-driven tools TRAVEL EXPERIENCE: • Lived in Tokyo, Japan for eight years and attended elementary/junior school there. Lived in Sweden for two years and attended high-school there. Lived in London during my Masters. • Worldwide travel and exposure to many different cultures and countries.

Over 19 years of Banking experience focusing on retail digital and banking products transformation

Dr. Haytham Sayed Mohamed, a consultant surgeon, healthcare leader & executive with more than 23 years of experience in the industry. Currently serving as the Chief Business Officer at OneHealth by AXA in Egypt. In this role, he oversees strategic commercial management for a diverse network of medical centers & healthcare facilities. With a dual academic & professional background in medicine & business, Dr. Haytham has consistently bridged the gap between clinical practice & executive commercial strategy. His work focuses on integrated healthcare model management solutions to enhance cost optimization, efficiency & sustainability. He has played a key role in partnerships with different entities ensuring alignment with national & international healthcare standards.

Mostafa Elnahhas is the CEO of Technology at Fawry and the CEO and Chairman of FIS (Fawry Integrated Systems) a subsidiary company and the Technology arm of Fawry, and a member of Fawry’s founding team. He holds more than 27 years of international experience in the Software industry across the field of EBPP, eCommerce, ePayment, eBanking, FinTech, Mobile Money and Travel technologies, El Nahhas drives Fawry’s broad technology operations by optimizing the management of development, analysis and design, solutions architecture, and information security; according to the latest industry trends, and compliant with international standards. Mostafa holds a B.Sc. in Computer Systems Engineering from Alexandria University, and Executive MBA from the American University in Cairo. He also holds a certification in Business and Marketing strategy from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University; and certification of Leadership and Management from The Center for Creative Leadership (CCL) in USA. Prior to joining Fawry, Mostafa served as Software Architect and Subject Matter Expert for major international software companies including HP, Atos Origin and EDS. Elnahhas served in key roles across various successful projects for major clients such as: the Saudi Ministry of Finance, SADAD Payment System, and the Saudi Public Pension Agency in KSA; as well as Reichhold, General Motors, and AirFare, in the USA; and ComponentSource in the United Kingdom. Elnahhas is also active Angel Investor, Technology Advisor and Mentor for many of the Startups and FinTech companies in the Egyptian and Middle Eastern ecosystems.

Fady Kamel is a serial entrepreneur and fintech innovator in the precious metals industry. As active member of the Gold and Jewelry Division in Cairo, he brings over 15 years of expertise in the financial and investment sectors. Holding a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) with a specialization in Economic Sciences, Kamel has consistently driven industry transformation through a forward-thinking approach. Commitment to Compliance & Regtech Kamel is a staunch advocate for regulatory compliance and financial integrity. He has championed the integration of Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) directives, including Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures, and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CFT) standards. These efforts not only reinforce national strategies to combat informal economies but also contribute to a more inclusive and transparent financial ecosystem. Strategic Investments & Acquisitions Through strategic investments and acquisitions in both Egypt and the UAE, Kamel has significantly expanded the technological infrastructure supporting precious metals investment. His portfolio includes ventures such as HAF and Gramz in Egypt, as well as DMH in the UAE. These initiatives are accelerating the digitization and modernization of the gold industry, positioning Kamel as a pioneering force in transforming how gold is bought, sold, and accessed across Egypt and the region. Recognition & Awards In recognition of his pioneering leadership and impact on the industry, Kamel was named: ● Digital Transformation Leader for a Precious Metals Company by Global Excellence Chronicle Magazine (GEC Awards) ● Most Visionary Leader in Precious Metals Investment in Egypt by The Global Economics Awards (The Global Economics) Pioneering Financial Inclusion Driven by a strong belief in transparency and equal access to investment opportunities, Kamel has led Dahab Masr in developing advanced tools and platforms that redefine gold as a safe-haven investment. Under his leadership, the company has made real-time market data, pricing, and educational resources freely accessible—empowering both first-time and seasoned investors. His vision has played a pivotal role in democratizing precious metals investment across all socioeconomic segments in Egypt

Mustafa Ramzi brings a wealth of expertise to his role as the Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management International at Emirates NBD-Egypt, a role he has excelled in since 2023. With a proven track record of success in leading and growing businesses across diverse markets, Ramzi is visionary leader poised to drive Emirates NBD-Egypt Bank's expansion. Prior to that, Ramzi served as EMEA Head of International - Wealth Management and Personal Banking at HSBC based in Dubai, UAE from the period of 2021 to 2023. In this role, he spearheaded the development and execution of regional growth strategies in managing retail banking and wealth management activities across multiple countries Some of which are Bahrain, Oman, Turkey, Armenia and Greece. Mustafa Ramzi nurtures an impressive career trajectory in which he held the position of Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management in HSBC Egypt from 2016 to 2021, where he forged strong client relationships, driving growth to new heights. Ramzi's significant tenure at HSBC incorporated his assignment of prestigious roles based in Dubai, UAE, where he held Head of Network Distribution position (2010-2014), Head of UAE Cards (2009 – 2010) and Regional Head of Direct banking during (2007 – 2009). His significant experience is built upon a foundation of prior experience at National Bank of Dubai, Dubai Islamic Bank, and Mashreq Bank. Ramzi holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing from Baker College, Michigan USA (1997-2000) and a Diploma in Communication Engineering from Ajman University (1993-1997). Complementing his rich professional experience, he has actively pursued continuous learning through prestigious programs such as Strategic Leadership in the Era of Disruption at the University of Oxford's Said Business School and the Next Generation Development Program at HSBC in London, India, and China. Ramzi’s commitment to professional development is further evident in his participation in various specialized training programs, including those at HSBC, Harvard Business School, Shanghai, and Zurich Insurance among others. These strong achievements demonstrate his foresight into the future of banking and showcase his dedication to staying ahead of industry trends and fostering strategic leadership skills.

19 years of experience spanning banking, infrastructure, and project finance, with recent focus on investment-grade financial modelling for industrial developments in Egypt's SCZone, including multi-phase EGP/USD models built to institutional standards.

Ahmed Taher is a technology and engineering leader with 13+ years of experience building and scaling digital products in HealthTech. As VP of Technology at Vezeeta, he leads engineering teams and drives technology strategy, architecture, and product innovation across a healthcare platform serving millions of users across multiple markets. Ahmed has extensive experience in building scalable SaaS and marketplace platforms, leading high-performing engineering organizations, and delivering complex integrations and AI-powered solutions. He has been driving the adoption of AI across healthcare, including solutions for laboratory itemization, pharmacy onboarding, and AI-powered voice agents for patient engagement.

Ahmed has extensive experience advising high-growth companies, investors, and corporates on complex transactions and strategic matters, including cross-border M&A, venture capital, corporate governance, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. He has worked on several high-value transactions, including USD 466 million+ in major railway contracts, EGP 9 billion in infrastructure contracting, and syndicated loan transactions exceeding EGP 2 billion. He is also a co-author of a legislative reform proposal for Egypt’s Telehealth and E-Pharmacy Law, reflecting his commitment to shaping the regulatory landscape for digital health and innovation in the region. Ahmed regularly advises on the legal and regulatory implications of emerging technologies, helping founders, investors, and enterprises navigate complex legal environments and scale sustainably. Ahmed holds an LL.M. from the University of East London and an LL.M. from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport, in addition to an LL.B. from Alexandria University. He is a licensed Egyptian lawyer. Recognized by the Lex Falcon Global Awards 2024 as Emerging Corporate Counsel of the Year, Ahmed is passionate about leveraging law and regulation as enablers of innovation and supporting the next generation of technology founders and businesses across the MENA region.

Akmal ElHak is the Chief Financial Officer at Pearl Semiconductor and an experienced financial advisor and board member with over 27 years of professional experience across multinational, regional, and local organizations, as well as USAID-funded projects. Throughout his career, Akmal has built extensive expertise across financial management, treasury, budgeting and planning, costing, internal auditing, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, supply chain, IT, human resources, and legal affairs. He has worked across a diverse range of sectors, including ICT, trade, FMCG, healthcare, agriculture, poultry, and automotive. Prior to joining Pearl Semiconductor, Akmal held senior financial and advisory roles, including managing the financial side of a USAID-funded grants program with General Dynamics, where he was responsible for financial oversight, audits, monitoring, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Beyond his corporate career, Akmal is also active in the investment ecosystem as an angel investor, bringing a strong financial and strategic perspective to early-stage businesses and investment decisions. His combination of corporate finance, governance, investment, and cross-sector experience gives him a broad perspective on building sustainable businesses and creating long-term value.

Amr Al-Awamry is the CEO of Sanabil R&D, an R&D-as-a-Service company focused on transforming emerging technologies into real-world products and solutions. He has over 20 years of experience across R&D, embedded systems, IoT, wireless technologies, and microwave engineering, with extensive experience bridging academia, industry, and entrepreneurship. Amr is also an Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering at Benha University and a deep-tech entrepreneur and venture builder. Through Sanabil, he works with companies and innovators to develop and commercialize technology-driven solutions across multiple sectors.

Nadia El-Tawil is North Africa Coverage Manager at British International Investment (BII), based in Cairo, where she covers Egypt, Morocco, and Tunisia. She has over 16 years of private equity and investment experience across Africa, having previously worked at pan-African fund manager AfricInvest and leading Egyptian private equity firm Compass Capital. Based in Egypt throughout her career, Nadia has extensive knowledge of the Egyptian business landscape and a strong track record of investing across multiple sectors and company sizes.

Dr. Heba Labib is the Chief Innovation Officer at Zewail City of Science, Technology and Innovation, where she is leading the development and operationalization of the City’s innovation and entrepreneurship pillar. Her work focuses on transforming Zewail City’s scientific capabilities, research, technologies, talent, and advanced infrastructure into economic and societal impact. She oversees Zewail City’s activities in technology transfer and industry collaboration, entrepreneurship and venture development, innovation ecosystem building, and the development of innovation spaces. She is currently leading the establishment of the systems, policies, programs, partnerships, and organizational capabilities required to commercialize research, create deep-tech ventures, strengthen university–industry collaboration, and position Zewail City as a leading deep-tech innovation hub in Egypt and the region. Before joining Zewail City, Dr. Labib served as AVP for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Nile University, where she led NilePreneurs, one of Egypt’s largest innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives. Through NilePreneurs, she contributed to supporting more than 450 startups and 850 SMEs, training over 25,000 individuals, and facilitating the development of more than 200 innovative products and research-based solutions. Dr. Labib previously served as Director of the Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Competitiveness Center and managed Nile University’s Technology Commercialization and Industry Relations Office. She also founded NU100, an entrepreneurship initiative supporting university entrepreneurs. As an entrepreneur, she co-founded Palm Paper, a wastepaper recycling company, and Nile’s Gift, an exporter of medicinal and aromatic plants. Her contributions have received several recognitions, including being named among Egypt’s Top 50 Influential Women and being recognized as a leading entrepreneurial figure in Africa at the 2023 Triple E Awards in Barcelona. She has also received the Arab Business Challenge Award, the Business in Development Challenge Award, and the Shell Intelaqah Award for Best Business Idea. Dr. Labib holds a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Oakland University in Michigan, USA, and an MSc and PhD in Management of Technology from Nile University, Egypt. She also teaches in the fields of technology entrepreneurship, innovation management, blue economy entrepreneurship, and innovation in wastewater reuse. She is a member of the European Innovation Expert Support Board for the Future4PRIMA initiative and contributes to regional and international discussions on research commercialization, innovation ecosystems, and entrepreneurship. Outside her professional work, she is an avid traveller and a PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver.

Mohamed is a QA Automation Engineer and ISTQB Certified Trainer with nearly a decade of experience bridging the gap between field testing and technical architecture. He has led QA strategies for major players like Decathlon and QIMA, specializing in IoT, E-commerce, and Supply Chain systems. Today, he focuses on making AI a reliable partner in the testing lifecycle by building tools that capture tribal knowledge and turn it into executable code.