Mohamed Wafeeq brings 19 years of diverse experience to the entrepreneurship ecosystem, having served as a Founder, Mentor, and Director of Operations. As Partner and Director of Operations at Multiples Startup Advisory, he understands the challenges of launching, scaling, and funding startups in the MENA region.

At Multiples, Mohamed leads operational strategies and directs projects for startups, venture studios, and investors, guiding them toward growth and investment readiness.

Recognized as one of the top 10% performers in the Venture Institute Program by VC LAB, Mohamed supported the operations of a global accelerator program encompassing over 250 VC firms, helping them build and optimize their investment strategies. Guided by his personal mantra—"learn, network, grow"—he is dedicated to empowering others and driving innovation in the startup ecosystem.

Haytham joined Avanz Capital Egypt as a Managing Director. Haytham has more than 23 years of experience in the Egyptian financial sector including private equity, direct investing, and banking. He joins us from Growth Partners, which he founded to launch a series of PE funds focused on impact investing. His prior roles investing in SMEs include as Country Investment Executive: Egypt for GroFin, CEO & Managing Director for Delta Inspire and Managing Director and member of the Investment Committee for Arab African Investment Management. Haytham also served previously as the Head of Direct Investment Department at Banque Misr. Haytham is an instructor at the American University in Cairo, School of Business on private equity, a founding board member and Vice Chairman of the Egyptian Private Equity Association, and qualified by the International Association of Consultants, Valuators and Analysts (IACVA) as an International Certified Valuation Specialist (ICVS). Haytham holds an MBA degree in Finance and Banking from Maastricht School of Management (MSM) and a Bachelor of Commerce from Ain Shams University, English Section.

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

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

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

Manal Youssef is one of Egypt's pioneer women in the area of entrepreneurship, start-ups, and e-commerce businesses. She accumulated experiences in several fields such as pharmaceuticals, hospitality, and FMCG throughout the years. As soon as she graduated from IGCSE then the Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University in 2007, she went to work in the field of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Ever so eager to learn and widen her horizon, Manal foresaw the growing importance of the internet and e-commerce in daily life, it is at that point that she decided to shift her career to work at one of the pioneering companies in both Egypt and Africa, Jumia, which officially entered the Egyptian market in 2012. Manal quickly rose to her current leadership position as Head of Public Relations and Communications at Jumia Egypt. Through her time with Jumia, Manal has led several local initiatives related to small projects and the development of entrepreneurs and handicraft owners, which was positively reflected on many companies, translating to increased customers interest and demand for local products manufactured by Egyptian hands. One such initiative was the success in devising a project idea to export Egyptian products to African countries through the Jumia's e-commerce platform, which had a very positive impact on project owners and also a positive impact on many people in the African market. Manal contributed through her accumulated experiences to raising awareness and educating those using the Internet about the importance of e-commerce and the positive impact it can have on the lives of citizens and what its potential in contributing to the national economy and contribution to improving the GDP.

Menna Zaghloul is a highly accomplished communications expert with over a decade of experience in public relations, crisis management. As the Co-Founder and Communications Director at Entlaq, a Cairo-based think tank , Menna has been instrumental in shaping the organization's growth and driving its impact within Egypt's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Her strategic leadership has positioned Entlaq as a key player in fostering innovation, building sustainable partnerships, and providing startups with the resources they need to thrive.
Entlaq’s success under Menna’s leadership has been marked by its ability to support entrepreneurship and innovation across the Middle East. Menna has spearheaded comprehensive communication strategies that have enhanced Entlaq’s visibility and influence, positioning the organization as a thought leader in the region’s entrepreneurial landscape.
Menna’s contributions to communications and entrepreneurship have earned her significant recognition. She was named to Forbes Middle East’s 30 Under 30, solidifying her place among the region’s top young leaders.
Additionally, Menna was recognized as the Most Influential Communications Director by Acquisition International in 2024, highlighting her leadership and expertise in managing high-profile events and complex communications campaigns.
Throughout her career, Menna has demonstrated her expertise in handling major campaigns that capture international attention. She led the communications strategy for the globally renowned CIB PSA Women's World Championship in 2019, held at the Pyramids of Giza.
Her role in managing the Mummies Parade, a landmark event that celebrated Egypt’s historical legacy.
Menna’s educational background in Political Science from Cairo University has been a cornerstone of her career

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