Amel is an entrepreneur, ecosystem builder. She is Founder of Betacube a tech venture builder. She is founder and former president of TunisianStartups, the association giving a voice to Tunisian startups. She is also non executive board member in startups. She is an innovation and digital transformation activist acting for instance as a board member for the Digital Center of Excellence of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and as Tunisia steering committee member for Digital Arabia Network, a platform supporting the digital transformation in the Arab world. She has acted as member of the StartupAct “College of Startups” for the first three years of its operation. She also a member of the BMW Responsible Leaders Network. She acted as a strategy and innovation consultant and worked with various international cooperation players. Prior to that she has acted in different sales and client relationship management roles with some of the largest multinationals (Microsoft, Siemens, Nokia Siemens) Amel is an engineer in electro-technics, qualified from the Leibniz University of Hannover, Germany, she also holds a Master’s of Science in Business in Digital Economy from the University of Maryland.

Oussama seasoned serial entrepreneur and a prominent figure in the Tunisian startup ecosystem. He began his career in the United States as a programmer in 2003 and has since held various leadership roles, including Technical Manager, Consultant, CEO, and Chairman. His experience spans multiple sectors, including tech, services, and trade. Currently, Oussama serves as the President of TunisianStartups, where he has been a driving force in advocating for the Tunisian Startup Act. His efforts have significantly contributed to fostering a more innovative and entrepreneurial environment in Tunisia.

Wiem is a distinguished professional with over nine years of experience driving impactful civil society initiatives both nationally and internationally. As the Head of Strategy & Innovation Consulting at Betawaves, a Pan-African Venture Studio specializing in early-stage tech startups building across Africa & MENA region, she has excelled in corporate innovation strategies and fostering regional entrepreneurial initiatives for startup founders. Her expertise encompasses strategic guidance for venture building, program design, project management, and partnership development for tech startups, NGOs and corporate partners. Founder of the Youth4Change grassroots movement, she has successfully led more than 50 social initiatives empowering youth and catalyzing community change. With deep commitments to sustainable development, meaningful youth engagement, and social entrepreneurship, Wiem has excelled in roles that merge civil society, youth leadership, and social innovation. A champion for youth voice at the forefront of decision-making processes, Wiem has served on various youth advisory boards, including the Youth Advisory Board for the AU-EU Youth Action Lab, the Youth Sounding Board with the Danish Arab Partnership Program and the Youth Action Team with CIVICUS Alliance, where she has consistently advocated for funding mechanisms to support informal youth groups and leveraging technology and social entrepreneurship to advance civil society impact. With a research master degree in management of organisations, her academics include studying social entrepreneurship at the University of Connecticut. She has trained and mentored thousands of young people across the MEA region through collaborating with several international organizations. Her insights have been shared at international forums like the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum and the International Civil Society Week. Her expertise and contributions have been recognized globally, including her selection as a fellow in the One Million Leaders MENA Initiative by NELIS and her recognition among the Top 20 Young Outstanding People (TYOP) worldwide by JCI International. Wiem's diverse experience spans working with international organizations such as CIVICUS Alliance, IFRC Global Innovation Accelerator, Ashoka and Hult Prize in addition to serving as a judge for numerous entrepreneurial competitions, including the World Summit Award. Her commitment to fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem and supporting the next generation of young leaders is at the core of her work at Betawaves and beyond.

Mahmoud is a leading corporate innovation at Betawaves and managing its partnerships in the GCC region. showcasing his expertise in forging valuable connections and driving business growth. In his role as Marketplace Manager at Lamma, he spearheaded launching strategies, managed a field sales team, and successfully created and managed client portfolios. Notably, he has supported various startups through incubation and acceleration programs in sales. Mahmoud also had the chance to manage a sales team with Adevnita an norwegian company in Tunisia. And to be part of an international French Sales team in home appliances.

Chokrane is a dedicated and ambitious finance professional holding a Bachelor's degree in Finance with double minors in Accounting and International Business Economies at Tunis Business School. Her academic foundation is complemented by a robust practical experience, notably as a Financial and Programs Assistant at Betacube and before that as a PMO Junior at OurDigitalFuture which further enriched her expertise in project management and financial oversight. Chokrane has also demonstrated a commitment to social innovation and leadership, having served as a Training & Startups Coordinator for the Hult Prize at Tunis Business School and as Vice President & Treasurer of the ATLAS Future Leaders TBS Chapter. Adept in navigating complex financial landscapes, Chokrane is passionate about leveraging her skills to foster collaborative environments and drive financial and operational success.

Sarra is a dynamic web developer with two years of experience creating impactful web interfaces. As a developer at Betacube, she has played a crucial role in building and maintaining web solutions, focusing on delivering secure, user-friendly digital experiences. Her technical expertise spans web architecture and continuous improvement to ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction. Sarra is committed to innovation, constantly staying updated on emerging web technologies to drive forward-thinking solutions. In her collaborative work environment, she has successfully integrated design and functionality to meet project goals, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance website performance and user engagement. With a Master's degree in Infotronics, currently in progress, and a Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering and Information Systems, Sarra's academic background is complemented by hands-on experience in various development methodologies, including Agile and SCRUM. She is passionate about leveraging her skills to solve problems and contribute to innovative digital projects. Her commitment to professional growth, technical acumen, and team-oriented mindset continues to drive her contributions at Betacube and within the broader tech community.

Myriam Mamlouk is a versatile professional with a strong track record of success in project, operations, and finance management across hedge funds, venture building, oil and gas, and international financial audit firms. With expertise in financial and operations management, contractor and grants management, audit, and compliance, Myriam has built a reputation for leadership, accuracy, and precision. As Chief Operating Officer at Quantech Solution Partners, Myriam managed hedge fund operations across New York, Luxembourg, and France, excelling in financial and operating management, compliance with SEC and AMF regulations, and process optimization to drive operational excellence. Myriam fosters strong relationships with stakeholders while continuously improving financial functions and risk mitigation strategies. Previously, as Chief Financial Officer at Betacube, she led financial operations and secured partnerships with funders like the EU, World Bank, UN, and USAID, enhancing efficiency through rigorous financial reporting and audits. Her career includes roles at UNECA and OMV Production GmbH, where she specialized in contractor performance, cost reduction, and financial risk management. With a foundation in corporate finance from PriceWaterhouseCoopers,

Seif is a co-founder of SMIC one of the first African hardware medical device startup with the core mission to develop innovative medical devices to serve the unmet healthcare needs of low and medium income countries. He is also an engaged climate change activist, an entrepreneurship ecosystem builder, and a startup coach. Seif is passionate about leveraging his experience as a hardware entrepreneur and his climate change activism to identify, support, and invest in the next generation of ambitious climate tech entrepreneurs to solve climate change in the African continent and beyond.

Dr. Joerg Storm Global Head IT Infrastructure Financial Services Division - German Premium OEM Joerg has been working for a German premium OEM for over 20 years in various positions (Sales, Strategy, Audit, IT) and international assignments (Japan, USA, China). He is currently the Global Head of IT Infrastructure for: The global financial services division European wholesale/retail locations. Before this position, he was the CIO for China Aftersales Passenger Cars and Trucks, as well as the CIO for Taiwan and Hong Kong. In these roles, he was in charge of the development and operation of local/global Sales & Aftersales Applications and led the IT Innovation Teams in China. Joerg is an advisory board member for two startups and works as a Strategy/Tech Advisor. He is active on LinkedIn with over 630,000 followers and is rated as Germany's No. 1 LinkedIn Tech Influencer. Furthermore, he publishes a weekly AI newsletter with over 280,000 subscribers. Joerg holds a Bachelor's, a Master's degree, and a Ph.D. in Economics.