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TechWadi Marks Launch Of Entrepreneurship Initiative In Egypt

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On October 25-26th, 2010; TechWadi, the Silicon Valley-based non-profit organization working to promote entrepreneurship in the Arab world, will be hosting two days of free events that are focused on developing the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in Egypt and the MENA region.

On October 25th, at the Smart Village Convention Center in Cairo, Egypt; hundreds of entrepreneurs, executives and investors will join together at the Rising Tide Forum to build their networks, discover synergies, and learn from US and regional business leaders. [Agenda]

Panel leaders will address targeted topics of direct value to entrepreneurs and investors alike: venture capital and angel financing best practices; challenges and opportunities in Egypt; the role of mentors, incubators, and entrepreneurship education; mobile and Facebook applications; enterprise software; and a host of proven strategies ready to be transplanted into the MENA region.

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Global Entrepreneurship Forum – Lebanon – June 23rd 2010

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Following TechWadi‘s entrepreneurship conferences in Silicon Valley in March and Washington DC in April, they’re organizing their first Global Entrepreneurship Forum in Beirut, Lebanon, on June 23 2010 at the AUB Olayan School of Business.

The goal of the conference is to build the necessary bridges between business leaders in the US and the MENA region, acting as a platform for cross-border partnerships to accelerate the development of entrepreneurship and innovation.

The Forum will bring together regional investors, executives, entrepreneurs and policymakers who all have interest in creating a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Arab world, as well as a delegation led by the US State Department including prominent investors and entrepreneurs seeking to expand cross-border ties with the MENA region.

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Global Technology Forum 2010 – March 18th 2010

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TechWadi, the leading networking association for Arab American professionals in the Technology industry, has announced a new conference under the title ‘Global Technology Forum 2010‘, which is a conference on entrepreneurship, venture capital, and a new initiative to accelerate the growth of both – in the Middle East as well as other emerging markets.

The event’s tagline is ‘Silicon Valley and the Middle East: Building a Successful Entrepreneurial Ecosystem,’ and will be held on Thursday March 18th 2010, at PlugandPlayTechCenter (440 N. Wolfe Rd. – Sunnyvale, CA 94085).

During his 2009 speech at Cairo University, President Barack Obama announced that the United States would launch a new fund to support technological development in Muslim-majority countries. As the next step in bringing that vision to reality, the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) announced the creation of the Global Technology and Innovation Fund (GTIF).
TechWadi’s Global Technology Forum will focus on when and how GTIF will benefit the MENA countries, as well as highlight the rich business prospects the region offers investors.

A series of prominent panelists will provide insight into the current VC and entrepreneurial landscape while leading Arab American executives will share success stories showcasing the region’s talent. Other speakers will include successful local entrepreneurs who will address the region’s dire need for venture capital as well as prominent local investors who will speak to current initiatives and opportunities for expansion.

The Forum will be followed by a networking reception where participants may develop their own contacts and find new opportunities for advancement both in the United States and in the Middle East.

If you’re interested in attending the event, you can register here. Registration is $100 for TechWadi members and $150 for non-members.

TechWadi Event: Communication For Technology Professionals – San Jose, California (Nov. 20th)

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TechWadi, the leading networking association for Arab American professionals in the Technology industry, will be hosting its next event on Thursday November 20th, 2008; starting at 6PM.

The event will kick off with an hour of networking among peers from the technology industry, and then move on to a discussion of the topic of ‘Communication for Technology Professionals‘ by an expert panel, led by Dr. Dina Ibrahim, Assistant Professor of Broadcasting at San Francisco State University.

Communication is a cornerstone of all businesses and integral in the development of corporate and personal relationships. However, while some messages resonate well with audiences, others seem to miss their target completely.

The goal of the event is to pass on the expertise on how to:

  • Articulate messages that resonate with your target market
  • Encourage editors and reporters to talk about your business or invention
  • Effectively communicate with colleagues, higher management and clients
  • Overcome cultural and business obstacles to business success with companies based in the U.S. and in the MENA region

Registration is free for TechWadi paid members, and will cost $20 for non-paid members.

The event will be held in San Jose, California at:

Cisco, Building 1, Mt Rainier Conference Room
3850 Zanker Road
San Jose, California 95134

For more details, you can check out the TechWadi event page.