In my role as an Associate at Najm Ventures, I am deeply involved in our fundraising activities and support the investment process, portfolio management, and venture building, especially within the MENA region. My background in marketing, business development, management consulting, and entrepreneurship gives me a unique perspective that I bring to the table. I assist portfolio companies with strategic initiatives and lead our capital-raising efforts.

I serve as a business and management consultant at Sitech, specializing in establishing a strong local presence and overseeing their tech team operations in Egypt.

I'm cohosting a brutally honest fun weekly podcast series hosted by long time buddies, Tarek Nasr and I. We will discuss a wide variety of subjects, some of which are based on our own experiences and upbringing or of the people closest to us.

As a Business Development Manager, I play a crucial role in driving our company's business objectives and contributing to the management team. I focus on cultivating profitable relationships with enterprise clients across diverse industries, securing recurring revenue, and identifying new business opportunities to fuel profit growth and ensure sustained success.

Following my inaugural experience at SXSW, I co-founded RiseUp Summit, an annual technology and entrepreneurship conference. By 2017, it attracted over 6,500 attendees from 50 countries and featured esteemed speakers from leading institutions like Microsoft, MIT, TechCrunch, Google, and Facebook. As a founding partner, my responsibilities encompassed organizational management, fundraising, stakeholder relations, and active participation in strategic decision-making processes.

As a Solutions Consultant, I work with clients to show them the new tools on the Untap platform that would help them maximize their benefits.

I directed marketing campaigns, business planning, and agency management, achieving significant success. At Floward in Egypt, I led the marketing division, driving substantial double-digit market growth. I orchestrated Floward's successful launch, focusing on product alignment, sourcing strategies, communication assets, and media plans. Additionally, I crafted impactful campaigns, collaborated with major Egyptian brands, and nurtured B2B client relationships, contributing to deal closures.

As Solutions Consultant, I work with clients to show them the new tools on the Untap platform that would help them maximize their benefits.

I oversaw the daily operations of various entrepreneurship ecosystem programs, engaging with entrepreneurship support organizations, business development providers, angel investors, and venture capital firms. My focus was on empowering organizations to articulate their impact narratives effectively, measure key metrics, and leverage data to drive progress on significant social and environmental challenges. In my capacity with MC, I proactively sought out social entrepreneurs whose innovative… Show more I oversaw the daily operations of various entrepreneurship ecosystem programs, engaging with entrepreneurship support organizations, business development providers, angel investors, and venture capital firms. My focus was on empowering organizations to articulate their impact narratives effectively, measure key metrics, and leverage data to drive progress on significant social and environmental challenges. In my capacity with MC, I proactively sought out social entrepreneurs whose innovative solutions demonstrated remarkable social impact, offering them mentorship, legal support, and access to capital for scalable growth. We developed tailored entrepreneurship training programs that provided entrepreneurs with personalized coaching and guidance, enabling them to launch and grow their ventures successfully. Collaborating with social enterprises, corporations, nonprofits, and government entities across Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Morocco, and Lebanon, I facilitated impactful partnerships and initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable entrepreneurship and societal progress. Show less

As a Business Development Manager, I was responsible for promotion of StarzApp in Egypt. Established relationships with new enterprise customers and implemented pilot project with corporate partners in Egypt.

I spearhead the development and execution of marketing strategies aligned with N2V's objectives, ensuring their effectiveness and relevance in dynamic market conditions. This includes analyzing customer research, market trends, and competitor data to refine our marketing plans as necessary, optimizing our approach for maximum impact. Additionally, I oversee all marketing, advertising, and promotional efforts, managing and guiding our dedicated team to achieve our strategic goals and enhance… Show more I spearhead the development and execution of marketing strategies aligned with N2V's objectives, ensuring their effectiveness and relevance in dynamic market conditions. This includes analyzing customer research, market trends, and competitor data to refine our marketing plans as necessary, optimizing our approach for maximum impact. Additionally, I oversee all marketing, advertising, and promotional efforts, managing and guiding our dedicated team to achieve our strategic goals and enhance brand visibility. Furthermore, I am responsible for coordinating events, conducting initial evaluations of business plans, and nurturing startup relationships, contributing to our comprehensive approach to business development and growth. Show less

This is typically the most junior apprentice position within a venture capital firm; learning the business by being involved in every part of it.

● As a Community Outreach Officer, I conducted research which I was then feedback to our teams. This research to allow us to look at how we function as an organization and what changes can be made to support the community.● Undertaking outreach duties by door knocking, leafletting, engaging with the community . Carrying out door to door surveys and providing the community with information as required. Engaging with youth and being present at central locations and area to provide… Show more ● As a Community Outreach Officer, I conducted research which I was then feedback to our teams. This research to allow us to look at how we function as an organization and what changes can be made to support the community.● Undertaking outreach duties by door knocking, leafletting, engaging with the community . Carrying out door to door surveys and providing the community with information as required. Engaging with youth and being present at central locations and area to provide information or collect research.● Keeping up to date with centre programming to gain knowledge of current activities and to provide correct information to target groups. Informing and distributing information about UNAIDS services and to find out what target groups would like to experience and see in our programs.● Distributing literature and other informative material to target groups. Maintaining accurate records of each visit on a log. Building relationships with our target groups and helping form new partnerships.● Encourage people with drug, alcohol problems and sexual activities to seek help from local support services, and advise them about how to eliminate or minimize the risks to their health. Show less

Directs the implementation of community related content, such as chat rooms and events, for the organization. Responsible for ensuring adherence to plan specifications. Generally manages a group of exempt and nonexempt employees. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to the community director.

Extensive involvement managing client relationships at all levels

Brand development, web site traffic growth, web site UI and advertising revenue. Developed brand strategy and statistics systems.