An exciting opportunity is finally taking shape.
We now have a fixed date for the launch of a PlugandPlay (PnP) incubator in Cairo – an important step in our diasporas’ initiatives to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in Egypt. PlugandPlay will house hundreds of entrepreneurs in the next three years. Our focus will be on mentoring, financing and accelerating the growth of the most promising start-ups.
To celebrate and deliberate, we invite executives and high impact entrepreneurs to join us for an open dialogue on how to make the initiative a success. The proposed Agenda is as shown below:
Agenda
October 25, 2010 – Smart Village Cairo
10:00am – 2:00pm
Entrepreneurship in Egypt: Current State of Affairs
Egypt’s commitment to work with entrepreneurs, diasporas, and the private sector to create jobs and value: how real? How effective?
Silicon Valley Ecosystem: Will it Work in the Nile Valley?
How to make the dreams of Egypt’s entrepreneurs come true by providing a complete ecosystem and interconnection with Silicon Valley. Entrepreneurs: Challenges, Opportunities, and Aspirations
Egypt’s best and brightest share their journey to launch, operate, and expand vibrant startups… and the challenges they face Angel Financing, Venture Capital, and Private Equity
Investors from Silicon Valley and Egypt discuss the creation of an effective Angel network and vibrant VC industry in Egypt and the resulting boom in entrepreneurship. Emerging Opportunities: Mobile, Digital Media, and the Internet Leading CEOs and serial entrepreneurs from the US discuss lessons learnt and targeted advice for Egyptian business leaders on the rise.
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