About The Speaker
Islam Orban
Islam's role as Chief Investment Officer at Arweqah, KSA, showcases his profound expertise in investment and startup development, underscored by an engineering background and an MBA in Finance and Economics. His leadership in initiatives like Egypt's "Fekretak Sherketak" and his transformative work at The British University highlight his ability to elevate startups to investment readiness. His tenure at USAID Egypt and his own entrepreneurial ventures further reflects his deep commitment to nurturing early-stage companies. With a knack for designing venture studios and a certification from Babson College in incubator design, Islam is a pivotal figure in shaping environments where startups flourish. His investment acumen, combined with a hands-on approach in training and mentoring, makes him a key contributor to the startup ecosystem, driving both innovation and financial sustainability.