Abeer Khattab is the Head of Programs & Partnerships at Falak Startups, with over 13 years of experience driving programs, partnerships, and ecosystem growth across Egypt. Her journey includes leading government relations at KarmSolar, managing strategic partnerships at Fawry and PayTabs, and co-founding Chef’s House Cloud Kitchen. She also played a key role in ElRehla’s success and has worked with global organizations like Oxfam. Abeer is passionate about building bridges between startups, and institutions, creating opportunities that fuel innovation and long-term impact.

Malek ElBahabety is currently the Head of Sales at El-Qalaa El-Hamraa and a Board Member at Heliopolis Sporting Club, where he is in the final phase of his first term and preparing to run for re-election. A former basketball player for 16 years, Malek transitioned from the court to leadership in sports administration, combining his lifelong passion for athletics with a solid foundation in business development, management and economics. He holds an MBA in Sports Management from Universidad Europea – Real Madrid Graduate School, and a Negotiation Master Certificate from Harvard Business School Online. He earned his undergraduate degree from the American University in Cairo (AUC), where he majored in Economics and minored in Business Administration. Malek began his career at the Ministry of Investment and International Cooperation (MIIC), where he worked as an Economic Researcher, managing key international portfolios including the USAID and World Bank files. He later joined CI Capital as an Economist and Strategist, where he covered the MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International) Index across Egypt, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. His work also focused on analyzing the macroeconomic landscape of Kuwait, providing strategic insights into the region’s economic direction. After CI Capital, Malek moved into business development at Sewedy Capital, before taking on senior roles at King’s Polo Club as Chief Development Officer and at beIN Sports as Sales Manager. These roles further deepened his experience in commercial strategy and the sports sector. Today, Malek continues to bring together his diverse expertise across economics, business development, and sports management in both corporate and boardroom settings.

Experienced Operations Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the logistics and supply chain industry. Skilled in warehousing and mid mile optimization along with last mile delivery operations structuring.

Dr. Bahaa Salem has established and grown companies in Egypt, Qatar, the USA, Cyprus, and the Gulf Area. In 2013, he led Al Salem Holding Group, shaping its vision and strategy. His management skills built successful sales and marketing teams, expanding the company, especially in real estate. He founded orca Bites , Max Facilities , gt1 motors , b2b constructions , al Salem real Estate , con estate, orca financial advising and mb vision marketing agency Management. Holding a Bachelor’s in Medicine from October 6 University (2012), he was Operations Director at Doha Group Health Care in 2015. His certifications include PMP in Project Management and HHMG from The American University.

Pharmacist with 8+ years of experience in Health Tech Proven track record of success in opening new business streams through partnerships and deals Strong technical and business acumen as well as developing new digital product serving the market and filling the market gaps. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Passionate about improving the healthcare system Specific accomplishments: Built a Minimal Viable Product (MVP) as a Product Owner Opened a new business stream for my company through Pharmaceutical company partnerships and deals selling the MVP product Promoted to Regional Product Manager to build a new app to fit the GCC market needs

Driven by a deep-seated passion for leveraging technology to improve lives, I am committed to championing positive change in healthcare and bridging the gap between technology and healthcare.

Been in the media field for years mainly in media production, events management, marketing, client servicing and team leadership, With Interpersonal, communication, time management and analytical skills, combined with an aptitude to learn quickly Energetic, Motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and service with the ability to multitask supports a fast-paced environment. Conducted extensive trainings in different firms.

I am a third-culture kid who thrives in change. My record for big life shifts is about once per year. I’ve successfully navigated every change—on my terms. I coach clients to do the same. For almost a decade, I worked as a Bain consultant across the Middle East and North America, driving transformation for Fortune 500 companies. I helped business leaders increase financial performance, redesign organizations, navigate mergers, lead cultural shifts, and elevate their leadership identity. Today, I work with organizations, startup founders, and rising professionals to help them clarify their leadership, career, and business goals and make the necessary changes to achieve them.

mperial College London MSc in Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Management. Experienced Business Development Manager with a demonstrated history of working in Sales, Partner Management, and Marketing. Product-lead, data driven, and eager to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience in Data Analytics, Product/ Project Management, Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, Startup Growth, Research, Teamwork, and Marketing Strategy. Holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Economics from The American University in Cairo.

Chemical Engineer with 6 years of hands-on experience in production, utilities, and plant operations within the fertilizers, chemicals, and surfactants industries. Skilled in RO units, demineralization systems, cooling towers, boilers, wastewater treatment, and chemical analysis. Proven ability to lead teams, optimize plant performance, and ensure safe operations during both routine shifts and plant turnarounds. Experienced in monitoring and troubleshooting DCS systems, managing equipment such as turbines, compressors, and boilers, and executing major inspection and maintenance activities. Certified in RO, Boilers, Demineralization, and Root Cause Analysis, with strong skills in Excel, Power BI, and ERP systems (MAXIMO & ORACLE). Bilingual in Arabic and English (B2 – Upper Intermediate). Currently pursuing an MBA (completed the first term with Excellent grade), aiming to combine technical expertise with advanced business and management knowledge to drive operational efficiency and sustainable growth.

Adly Thoma is a visionary professor of project management as well as entrepreneurship, and a driving force in arts, entrepreneurship, and digital transformation. As Chairman & CEO of Gemini Africa, Adly has led the organization to the forefront of the Egyptian entrepreneurial ecosystem, delivering over 20 innovative developmental programs across diverse sectors.

Communications strategist, as well as a business developer, with expertise in crafting impactful strategies, building sustainable partnerships, and driving growth through innovative communication solutions. Mohamed also is a content creator with special content السؤال لمين , interviewing Egypt’s prominent minds and public figures. Leading communications of one of the prominent developers in Egypt working as a PR consult with many businessmen. His work focuses on opening new markets, expanding communication and PR channels, and developing sustainable business models. specialize in business planning, partnership development, and creating tailored strategies that help companies and startups thrive. With extensive experience in business development, public relations, and event management, he has worked with multinational corporations and startups, both locally and internationally. also had the privilege of serving as an advisor to the U.S. Ambassador in Egypt, collaborating on youth and community initiatives…l His international experience includes working on key events in the UAE and Kenya, further enriching his global perspective. Academically, studied law in Egypt and leadership in the U.S., which has shaped his approach to business and societal development.