About The Speaker
Heidi EL Abd
Heidi El Abd is a visionary entrepreneur and angel investor outlined for her strategic acumen and unwavering commitment to fostering innovation in the tech industry. Heidi has solidified herself as a key figure in the area of early-stage tech investing, by leveraging a solid foundation in business administration from The American University in Cairo, where she received both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees. Her curiosity about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and gaming prompted her to pursue a career in the world of information technology (IT). Heidi found inspiration in the realm of mobile gaming, which ultimately contributed to her becoming an angel investor in AI and technological startups. Heidi developed a varied portfolio of investments with a strategic lens, focusing on enterprises at the cutting edge of AI and E-commerce. Notably, she was instrumental in the success of ventures such as Grif Cookware, a breakthrough cookware company, and Impactyn, a game-changing platform that uses AI for crowd-marketing. Impactyn, launched in 2022, is a worldwide platform that has uncovered a previously unexplored channel of raw and distinctive crowd-marketing via its AI-powered platform. Despite being new to the scene, Impactyn has swiftly made an impact in the world of social media marketing, filling the gap with enthusiasm and creativity. Impactyn, with Heidi El Abd's innovative leadership, is positioned to have an immense and positive effect on the industry. Grif Cookware was founded by an ambitious entrepreneur Youssef Al Ryan, who debuted on the famous show Shark Tank and impressed the Sharks with his enthusiasm and knowledge of the cast iron cookware sector. Grif has since established itself as a cornerstone and pioneer in Egypt and the Middle East's cast iron cookware sector. Heidi has handled the hurdles of being a woman in a male-dominated field with poise and drive throughout her career. Her capacity to overcome hurdles and question the established quo has garnered her respect and appreciation among her peers. Heidi El Abd has a strong educational background, ranging from a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Business Administration from the American University in Cairo. Her academic achievements demonstrate her commitment to continuous learning and excellence in her field