Forbes Middle East’s First Under 30 Summit In El Gouna Inspires Young Leaders And Energizes Entrepreneurs
Forbes Middle East - English|Jan 2023
Forbes Middle East’s Under 30 Summit in El Gouna-—the first event of its kind in the Middle East—hosted three days of high-energy discussions, networking, and live music.
Forbes Middle East’s First Under 30 Summit In El Gouna Inspires Young Leaders And Energizes Entrepreneurs

From November 24 to 26, 2022, Forbes Middle East’s first ever Under 30 Summit hosted members of its Under 30 community, as well as business leaders, investors, experts, entrepreneurs, and media. Over two days, 28 panel discussions saw over 500 delegates watch more than 60 impressive speakers discuss the most important trends impacting young leaders, startups, and innovators.

The El Gouna community-one of Orascom Development’s flagship projects along the Red Seahosted the first-of-its-kind event. The summit attracted renowned entrepreneurs, investors, artists, business owners, famous personalities, and both successful and budding young entrepreneurs.

As well as providing young leaders with insight, advice, and new connections, the packed conference highlighted the accomplishments and potential of the Middle East’s most inspiring young achievers from the annual Forbes Middle East 30 Under 30 list.

Supporting Entrepreneurial Spirit

During the summit, participants discussed success indicators and tips for creating a startup in the current ecosystem, as well as looking at the future, with conversations covering the metaverse, Fintech, and social media, among other trending topics. Actors, athletes, and artists were also invited to share their incredible journeys with attendees.

CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Forbes Middle East, Knhuloud Al-Omian, was inspired by the event. I’m so happy and proud of our success in creating such an inspiring and valuable experience that supports entrepreneurship and startups in Egypt and the wider Middle East,” she stated. The summit created a state of positive interaction between a large group of distinguished entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, celebrities, and elite officials.”

This story is from the Jan 2023 edition of Forbes Middle East - English.

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