AGM Agenda
The Whitby Hotel, NYC
Speaker: Faris Al Mazrui, Head of Growth Investments, Mubadala
Moderator: Noor Sweid, Global Ventures
Tarek Mounir, founder and CEO of Enhance Fitness, shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading a thriving tech-driven fitness business. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, humility, and learning from failure, drawing on his experiences bootstrapping his business and navigating challenges like COVID and fundraising. His talk offers insights on what it takes to be a founder, highlighting the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and adaptability in entrepreneurship.
Speaker: Tarek Mounir, Enhance Fitness
Founders who have built strong, impactful businesses are now scaling their influence across global markets, both within and beyond the Middle East and Africa region. These leaders are addressing critical challenges, from supply chains to agriculture and food security, on a global scale. During this discussion, panelists will share insights into how their resilience and innovation have driven their success, offering valuable lessons on navigating and thriving in diverse global markets.
Moderator: Simon Sharp, Global Ventures
Panelists:
Fahim Al Qasimi, Seafood Souq
John Keppler, iyris
Constantin Robertz, Locad
In her keynote, Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram will dive into how cutting-edge technologies like augmented reality are revolutionizing the surgical field. She will share insights on how these innovations are breaking down barriers, enabling real-time global collaboration, and improving patient outcomes. Nadine will also highlight her journey in founding Proximie, a platform that is redefining the future of surgery by bringing the operating room into the digital age.
Speaker: Dr. Nadine Hachach-Haram, Proximie
In today’s fast-paced global economy, establishing an international presence is essential for driving growth and staying competitive. This panel brings together founders to discuss their distinct approaches to expansion - whether through organic growth by entering new markets and sectors, or through inorganic growth via strategic acquisitions. Discover the innovative strategies they have employed to overcome challenges and unlock the next chapter in their startup journeys.
Moderator: Medea Nocentini, Global Ventures
Panelists:
Rohit Majhi, Maalexi
Charif Mzayek, Floranow
Fahmi Al Shawwa, Immensa
Shafiq Khartabil, Ogram
Founders from leading regional companies will discuss how they have capitalized on untapped opportunities in the MENA region, leveraging agility and innovation to expand their businesses. The discussion will explore strategies for launching new products, navigating market nuances, and balancing scale with customization. Panelists will highlight the critical role of strategic partnerships and reflect on key lessons learned during their expansion journeys, providing insights into what lies ahead as they continue to grow across the region.
Moderator: Sacha Haider, Global Ventures
Panelists:
Sultan Al Asmi, Zid
Islam Shawky, Paymob
Khalid Saiduddin, Zension
AI is transforming businesses at an unprecedented pace. In this panel, regional founders will share how AI has reshaped their strategies, operations, and workforce. From initial business plans to becoming AI-driven organizations, they will discuss their journeys of reinvention, the challenges faced, and how AI is shaping the future of business.
Moderator: H.E. Dr. Tariq Bin Hendi, Global Ventures
Panelists:
Jalil Allabadi, Altibbi
Mishaal Al Gergawi, Axis
Yara Burgan, Elevatus
Dani El Zein, Supy
Speaker: Thor Björgólfsson, Chairman and Founder, Novator Partners
Moderator: Noor Sweid, Global Ventures
