Techne Summit 2025: Full Schedule

1:00pm EEST

From Spark to Scale: The EdTech Founder’s Formula

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST

What’s the secret sauce behind today’s most successful EdTech ventures? In this candid panel discussion, trailblazing founders and industry experts share how they transformed big ideas into high-impact businesses. From tackling real-world learning challenges to scaling sustainably, get the unfiltered playbook on what works, what doesn’t, and what’s next in the EdTech space. Ideal for aspiring founders, educators, and innovators ready to make their mark.

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST
TSC - Venue 02 - Stage 01 - (TBA) TBA

EdTech Track, Panel

1:10pm EEST

Workshop 01

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EEST

TSC - Venue 02 - Room 01 - (TBA)

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EEST
TSC - Venue 02 - Room 01 - (TBA) TBA

EdTech Track, Workshop

1:45pm EEST

Brains & Bots: How AI Is Rewriting the Rules of Success

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST

TSC - Venue 02 - Stage 01 - (TBA)

Forget everything you thought you knew about education and career paths—AI is flipping the script. In this panel, a leading voice at the intersection of tech and talent explores how artificial intelligence is transforming the way we learn, the skills we prioritize, and what it really means to be workforce-ready. From personalized learning to evolving employer demands, get the insider perspective on how to stay relevant—and ahead—in an AI-driven world.

Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 02 - Stage 01 - (TBA) TBA

EdTech Track, Panel

4:40pm EEST

Workshop 02

Tuesday September 30, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST

TSC - Venue 2 - Room 02 - (TBA)

Tuesday September 30, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST
TSC - Venue 2 - Room 02 - (TBA) TBA

EdTech Track, Workshop

12:00pm EEST

The Foundation of a Successful Startup Finance Function

Saturday October 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST

TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage

Behind every scalable EdTech startup is a solid financial backbone. But in the early days, finance often takes a back seat to product and growth. This session is here to change that.

Designed for non-finance founders and early-stage teams, this workshop will demystify the essentials of building a strong finance function from the ground up. From budgeting and forecasting to setting up reporting systems and understanding unit economics, you'll learn the tools and practices that keep your startup lean, investor-ready, and built for long-term success.

Because in EdTech, smart ideas need smart money management to make a real impact.

Speakers

Shehab Salah

Global Director of Finance, Noon Learning

Global Director of Finance at Noon - Social learning platform. A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensed by the Guam Board of Accountancy (USA), with one year of experience as a Regional Finance Director at Majid Al Futtaim. Previously served as the CFO of Jumia Egypt (E-commerce... Read More →

Saturday October 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Workshop

2:00pm EEST

Campus Reloaded: Reinventing Higher Ed for the Digital Age

Saturday October 4, 2025 2:00pm - 3:45pm EEST

TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage

The traditional university model is cracking under the weight of outdated systems and slow innovation. It’s time for a major upgrade. This panel dives into how next-gen tech—AI, cloud, and smart infrastructure—is transforming campuses into agile, intelligent ecosystems. From streamlining operations to powering groundbreaking research and dynamic learning, discover how modern institutions can ditch the legacy lag and lead the education revolution.

Saturday October 4, 2025 2:00pm - 3:45pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Panel

2:45pm EEST

Custom Classrooms: How Tech is Finally Making Learning Personal

Saturday October 4, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EEST

TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage

Forget cookie-cutter classrooms—education is getting personal. In this fireside chat, we sit down with a trailblazer reimagining how students learn through AI-driven platforms and smart tools. From tailoring content to individual needs to empowering educators and fighting burnout, this conversation unpacks the real impact of personalized learning. Expect bold insights, real-world stories, and a clear look at how tech is making learning more human, flexible, and effective than ever.

Saturday October 4, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Fireside Chat

3:00pm EEST

AI & Education: Navigating Tomorrow’s Classroom Today

Saturday October 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EEST

TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage

AI is flipping the script on education faster than ever. This powerhouse panel dives into the biggest shifts shaping how students learn, how teachers teach, and how institutions adapt. From hyper-personalized learning to automating the mundane, discover what the future of education really looks like—and what it takes to prepare the next generation for an AI-powered world. Expect bold ideas, real-world stories, and game-changing insights that put you ahead of the curve.

Saturday October 4, 2025 3:00pm - 3:45pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Panel

3:45pm EEST

Screen Time Showdown: How Do We Find the Digital Sweet Spot?

Saturday October 4, 2025 3:45pm - 4:00pm EEST

TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage

Not all screen time is created equal—but how do we tell the winners from the time-wasters? In this candid fireside chat, experts unpack the impact of digital devices on learning, creativity, and mental health. How can educators and parents set boundaries that empower rather than restrict? What’s the secret to turning screen time into a powerful tool instead of a distraction? Join us for real talk on mastering the digital balance in today’s hyperconnected world.

Saturday October 4, 2025 3:45pm - 4:00pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Fireside Chat

4:40pm EEST

Workshop 04

Saturday October 4, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST

TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage

Saturday October 4, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria

EdTech Track, Workshop