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Tuesday, September 30
 

12:00pm EEST

Workshop 01
Tuesday September 30, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA)
Tuesday September 30, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

1:00pm EEST

Proof Over Promise: Running Startup Pilots That Scale
Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Stage 01 - (TBA)
This panel walks through the end-to-end process of corporate-startup engagement from scouting and evaluation to contract structuring, pilot design, and success metrics. Learn how leading organizations de-risk innovation, accelerate timelines, and ensure that startup pilots deliver real business value, not just innovation theater.
Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Stage 01 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

1:45pm EEST

Built Back Better: Founder Lessons from Failure to Growth
Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Stage 01 - (TBA)
In this candid session, hear the journey of a founder who’s lived the highs and lows of startup life from launch to failure to building back smarter. Unpack the hard-earned lessons on product-market fit, investor communication, team dynamics, and timing. Whether you're on your first venture or second, this conversation offers unfiltered insights on how to pivot with purpose and turn past mistakes into future growth.
Tuesday September 30, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Stage 01 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Fireside Chat

4:40pm EEST

Workshop 02
Tuesday September 30, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA)
Tuesday September 30, 2025 4:40pm - 5:40pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

5:50pm EEST

Workshop 03
Tuesday September 30, 2025 5:50pm - 6:50pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 02 - (TBA)
Tuesday September 30, 2025 5:50pm - 6:50pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 02 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:00pm EEST

Workshop 04
Tuesday September 30, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA)
Tuesday September 30, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EEST
TSC - Venue 01 - Room 01 - (TBA) TBA
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop
 
Saturday, October 4
 

12:00pm EEST

From Idea to Traction: How to Validate Your Startup Without Burning Cash
Saturday October 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Many early-stage founders waste time and money building products no one wants. This session helps you validate your idea using lean, budget-friendly techniques before you even build. Based on real startup journeys and validation frameworks used in leading MENA accelerators.
Speakers
avatar for Margreet Magdy

Margreet Magdy

Founding Board Member, Youth Entrepreneurs Network
Margreet Magdy is a cross-sector strategist who builds ecosystems that work, not just for startups, but for communities, institutions, and the people too often left out of the conversation. With over 15 years of experience across the MENA and Euro-Med regions, she works at the intersection... Read More →
Saturday October 4, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

1:10pm EEST

Workshop 07
Saturday October 4, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C
Saturday October 4, 2025 1:10pm - 2:10pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

2:00pm EEST

Chasing Unicorns: Growth, Risk, and What Investors Actually Buy
Saturday October 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
This panel explores the real mechanics behind startup valuations, from defensible business models and scalable technology to market timing and investor confidence. Hear how today’s top founders and funders assess value beyond vanity metrics and what it takes to command serious capital, even pre-revenue. Whether you're raising your seed round or preparing for Series A and beyond, get actionable insights on building a venture that’s not just investable, but enduring.
Saturday October 4, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

2:45pm EEST

Built to Scale: Why Smart Startups Prioritize Governance Early
Saturday October 4, 2025 2:45pm - 3:15pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
This panel explores how embedding smart governance practices early can strengthen investor confidence, reduce risk, and create the cultural alignment needed for sustainable innovation. Learn how founders are using governance not just for compliance, but as a growth tool that fosters transparency, talent retention, and resilience. Whether you're raising capital or scaling fast, this is your roadmap to building a startup that lasts.
Saturday October 4, 2025 2:45pm - 3:15pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

3:15pm EEST

Fund, Scale, Expand: Building Startups That Go the Distance
Saturday October 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
This high-impact session reveals how smart startups position themselves for serious investment and seamless international growth. Learn how to craft investor-ready narratives, structure operations for scale, and build the systems and partnerships needed to expand beyond your home market. Whether you're raising your first round or eyeing new geographies, gain strategic insights to help you grow faster, raise smarter, and scale globally with confidence.
Saturday October 4, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

4:10pm EEST

Workshop 08
Saturday October 4, 2025 4:10pm - 5:10pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage
Saturday October 4, 2025 4:10pm - 5:10pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

5:50pm EEST

Workshop 09
Saturday October 4, 2025 5:50pm - 6:50pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Saturday October 4, 2025 5:50pm - 6:50pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:00pm EEST

From Idea to Iconic: The Roadmap for Timeless Product Innovation
Saturday October 4, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
Great products don’t just solve problems—they define categories, inspire loyalty, and stand the test of time. But what turns a simple idea into an iconic innovation?

In this high-impact session, we’ll break down the full product innovation journey—from early-stage ideation to market disruption. Learn how to validate ideas, build for scale, and create products that resonate deeply with users and evolve with their needs. We’ll explore the intersection of vision, agility, and design thinking, with insights from founders and product leaders who’ve done it.

Ideal for startup teams, product builders, and innovation leads ready to move beyond MVPs and toward lasting impact.

Because building something good is easy, making it unforgettable is the challenge.
Speakers
avatar for Medhat Yassin

Medhat Yassin

Executive Vice Chairman, Mori International
Saturday October 4, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop
 
Sunday, October 5
 

11:00am EEST

workshop 11
Sunday October 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

1:00pm EEST

From Cubicle to CEO: Making the Leap That Changes Everything
Sunday October 5, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
Thinking of ditching the 9-to-5 grind to launch your own startup? This panel dives into the mindset shifts, resilience hacks, and practical strategies you need to transform ideas into thriving businesses. Get inspired, get equipped, and get ready to lead your own innovation revolution.
Sunday October 5, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

1:45pm EEST

No Funds, No Problem: The Bootstrapper’s Playbook
Sunday October 5, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
Who says you need big investors to build a big business? Hear from founders who turned passion and hustle into thriving startups—without raising a dime. Discover smart strategies to grow profitably, stay lean, and keep full control while scaling up.
Sunday October 5, 2025 1:45pm - 2:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Fireside Chat

2:00pm EEST

Gen Z Rising: How Gen Z Is Taking Over the Startup Scene
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
Gen Z isn’t just the future—they’re rewriting the rules of work and startups today. Born digital, purpose-driven, and fiercely independent, they’re launching businesses that reflect their bold values. Join this dynamic panel to explore how Gen Z’s entrepreneurial fire is reshaping industries and careers.
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

2:30pm EEST

Workshop 12
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

2:45pm EEST

Deal or No Deal: Secrets to Sealing Every Startup Agreement
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
Deals crumble for reasons you never saw coming. Industry pros reveal the hidden pitfalls—from misaligned expectations to last-minute curveballs—and share battle-tested tactics to close deals with confidence. Whether you’re a rookie or a deal-making veteran, learn how to lock in every win.
Sunday October 5, 2025 2:45pm - 3:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Fireside Chat

3:40pm EEST

Workshop 13
Sunday October 5, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

4:50pm EEST

Avoiding Burnout
Sunday October 5, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
A workshop on overcoming entrepreneur burnout with a practical plan to reduce stress, improve the work environment, and restore balance for a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Speakers
avatar for Mohamed Hossam Khedr

Mohamed Hossam Khedr

consultant, خضر وبزنس
Dr. Khedr is a veteran entrepreneur, investor, and startup consultant with over 28 years of hands-on experience in building, scaling, and advising businesses across the MENA region. He founded some of Egypt’s prominent startups, has led multiple successful exits, and currently runs... Read More →
Sunday October 5, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

6:00pm EEST

Workshop 15
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 03 - Lecture Room Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

6:00pm EEST

Workshop 16
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

6:20pm EEST

Workshop 17
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:20pm - 7:20pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 6:20pm - 7:20pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:10pm EEST

Workshop 18
Sunday October 5, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:30pm EEST

Workshop 19
Sunday October 5, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm EEST
TSA - 02 - Small Theater Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

8:20pm EEST

Workshop 20
Sunday October 5, 2025 8:20pm - 9:20pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Sunday October 5, 2025 8:20pm - 9:20pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop
 
Monday, October 6
 

11:00am EEST

The Growth Blueprint: Turning Startup Ambition into Market Impact
Monday October 6, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
This session dives into how high-growth startups combine innovation, tech-driven strategy, and market insight to scale faster and smarter. Learn how to identify growth levers, structure for agility, and future-proof your business through intentional innovation. Whether you're building your MVP or preparing to scale globally, this conversation will equip you with the mindset and tools to turn bold ideas into a resilient, thriving company.
Monday October 6, 2025 11:00am - 11:45am EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

11:45am EEST

From MVP to Millions: Fundraising Secrets from Startup of the Year Winners
Monday October 6, 2025 11:45am - 12:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
What does it really take to turn a scrappy startup into a VC-backed success story? In this no-fluff panel, past Startup of the Year winners spill the secrets—pitch wins, investor turn-ons (and turn-offs), and how they went from idea to Series A. From building traction to landing term sheets, get the raw, real talk on what actually moves the money.
Monday October 6, 2025 11:45am - 12:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Fireside Chat

12:00pm EEST

The One-Click Life: How Startups Are Running the Show
Monday October 6, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
From groceries and grooming to tutors and tech support, startups are reshaping everyday life with just one click. This panel unpacks how on-demand innovators are identifying gaps, building loyal user bases, and scaling fast in a world that wants everything now. Join us to explore what it takes to thrive in the instant-service economy—and what’s coming next.
Monday October 6, 2025 12:00pm - 12:45pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Panel

12:45pm EEST

Smart Capital, Smarter Guidance: Scaling Tech with the Right Allies
Monday October 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage
This session explores how the right mix of guidance and investment accelerates growth, sharpens strategy, and opens doors to new markets. Hear how founders leverage experienced mentors to avoid costly missteps, and how value-aligned investors do more than just write checks—they help build companies. Whether you're scaling your core product or expanding globally, discover how mentorship and smart money work together to fuel long-term startup success.
Monday October 6, 2025 12:45pm - 1:00pm EEST
TSA - 01 - Great Hall Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Fireside Chat

1:20pm EEST

Workshop 21
Monday October 6, 2025 1:20pm - 2:20pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 1:20pm - 2:20pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

2:30pm EEST

Workshop 22
Monday October 6, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

2:30pm EEST

Workshop 23
Monday October 6, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C
Monday October 6, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

3:40pm EEST

Workshop 24
Monday October 6, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 3:40pm - 4:40pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

4:50pm EEST

Workshop 25
Monday October 6, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

4:50pm EEST

Workshop 26
Monday October 6, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C
Monday October 6, 2025 4:50pm - 5:50pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

6:00pm EEST

Workshop 27
Monday October 6, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EEST
TSA - 05 - Auditorium Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:10pm EEST

Workshop 28
Monday October 6, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage
Monday October 6, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 04 - MultiPurpose Stage Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop

7:10pm EEST

Workshop 29
Monday October 6, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C
Monday October 6, 2025 7:10pm - 8:10pm EEST
TSA - 06 - Room C Bibliotheca Alexandria
  Startup Innovation Track, Workshop
 
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