Deep Tech MEA Activators

Ambassadors Program

The Deep Tech MEA Ambassadors Program is a prestigious initiative that brings together a select group of professionals to promote the Deep Tech MEA Initiative in the Middle East & Africa. As a Deep Tech Ambassador, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of innovation and growth in the region.

Meet our Deep Tech MEA Ambassadors

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Dr. Sudeendra Koushik

President Elect at IEEE TEMS. Chief Innovator & Founder at Innovation by Design. Professor of Practice at REVA University, Bangalore

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Mr. Vincent Kaabunga

Director of Engineering AKEM Consulting

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Dr. Habib M. Kammoun

Head of Computer Science and Communications Department, Faculty of Science, University of Sfax, and IEEE Region 8, Vice-Chair Member Activities

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Mrs. Ahella El saban

Co founder and vice executive chairman of Exits MENA

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Dr. Ala' Khalifah

Assistant Professor at German Jordanian University

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Dr. Mohab Mangoud

Professor of Electrical Engineering, Bahrain University, and IEEE R8 Membership Development Committee Chairman

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Mr. Sampathkumar

Founder & President of Brahmam Innovations Lab and Senior Technical Program Management Leader at Amazon; Global President of IEEE-HKN and Global Chair of the IEEE Humanitarian Activities Committee (HAC).

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Mrs. Besma Younis

Director of Development & Partnerships of NOVATION CITY

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Ms.Chada El Islam

Founder & CEO of ENTROGX

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Dr. Hany Ayaad

Chairperson of Youth Entrepreneurs Association “YEN”

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Ms. Nada Shaheen

The Managing Director of GB Ventures.The first Egyptian woman to lead and manage a CVC fund in Africa

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Mrs. Juliana Cabrejo

Co-founder CEO of LatinoAmerica Business Center

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Dr. Ali Alfayly

Assistant Professor of Public authority of applied education and training. Responsible AI Governor at the Global Council for Responsible AI. Board Member at the Artificial Intelligence Association of Kuwait (AAIOT)

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Mr. Bahae Eddine Halim

Co-founder & CTO of XAI Founder of Morocco Future Foundation

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Mr. Sami Romdhane

Country Manager - Visa International Morocco

Program Details

Nomination Process

The Deep Tech MEA Ambassadors Program welcomes nominations from individuals who meet the following criteria:

To nominate yourself or someone else, please fill out the nomination form.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to the interview.

Program Benefits

As a Deep Tech Ambassador, you will have the opportunity to:

Official Announcement on Social Media as an Ambassador, and Replacement on our website as an Ambassador

Special discounts on different packages for your network

Access for Travel/ Accommodation, upon agreement on the target

Up to 10 Visitor tickets for GITEX Event

Special rate for your organization inside GITEX ENS

Access Deep Tech MEA Network/ Community

1 Invitation to VIP Gala dinner after GITEX show Event

Special recognition for all the ambassadors on all GITEX Stage

Interviews spotlight on all our social media channels

Application Process

Shortlisted nominees will be invited to submit their applications and will be assessed based on the selection criteria. Successful applicants will be notified of their acceptance into the program.

This program is open to all countries. By being a Deep Tech MEA Ambassador, you will have the right to represent Deep tech in your sector and in your city.

Don’t miss this opportunity to become a Deep Tech Ambassador and make a difference in the innovation ecosystem in Africa and the Middle East.

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