Panels

10:00AM – 11:00AM: Open Plenary  

15 Years of Impact: The Power of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Driving Prosperity in Global Growth Markets 

Topic: Celebrating the past, addressing the transition, and showcasing the Center’s vision for continued impact in growth economies. Exploring major trends and key drivers of change in growth economies, including technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, and socio-economic changes and their potential impact on entrepreneurship and innovation. 

Moderator: Dina H. Sherif, Executive Director, Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT 

Panelists:   

  • Mark Stoleson, CEO of Legatum and Co-founder of the Legatum Center for Development and Entrepreneurship at MIT: highlighting the Center’s achievements, Legatum’s commitment to entrepreneurship, and his personal reflections 
  • Javier Lozano, Co-founder & CEO, Clinicas del Azucar, Legatum Student Fellow  
  • Chinedu Azodoh, Co-founder & CTO, MAX, Legatum Foundry Fellow  
  • Genevieve Barnard Oni, Co-founder & CFO, MDaaS Global, Legatum Student Fellow  
  • Prof. Scott Stern, David Sarnoff Professor of Management of Technology in Technological Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Strategic Management (TIES) group  
  • Dr. Salma El Sayeh, Adjunct Faculty, American University in Cairo, 15 Year Impact Report Co-Author  

11:30 – 12:30 PM: Open Plenary 

Shifting Narratives: How Entrepreneurship and Innovation are Redefining Global Growth Markets 

Topic: Driven by a new generation of entrepreneurs who are not only creating wealth and jobs but are finding ways to use technology to transform systems that have not been able to create prosperity, the narrative around growth markets, or what many may refer to as the Global South or development economies is shifting towards a narrative of growth, opportunity, and dynamism.   

This panel will dive into this exciting transformation, exploring the multifaceted role of entrepreneurship in redefining and reclaiming the narrative that exists around these markets. From historical resilience to contemporary innovation, from the success stories of thriving ventures to the challenges that must be surmounted, and from local impact to global implications, this is a testament to the unbounded potential of how entrepreneurship can chart a new narrative that can help growth markets leapfrog into a new era of prosperity.  

Moderator: Susan Amat, Director of Entrepreneurship Initiatives, Miami Herbert Business School and Executive Director, GEN Accelerates at Global Entrepreneurship Network  

Panelists:   

1:30 – 2:30 PM: Panel

The Role of Deep-Tech Innovation in Creating Prosperity in Global Growth Markets 

Topic: The purpose of this panel will explore the pivotal role of deep tech in shaping the future of growth markets across the globe. Speakers will dive into crucial aspects of investing in deep tech solutions and chart the course for a future where deep tech can unlock a path towards shaping prosperity for all.  

Moderator: Dr. Adam Sharkawy Founder & GP, Material Impact  

Panelists:    

  • Alicia Chong, CEO, Bloomertech and Legatum Fellow  
  • Marwan Hassoun, Director of Partnerships, MIT Sandbox  
  • Iheb Triki, Co-founder & CEO, Kumulus  
  • Jay Kothari, Head of Product Management, Google Design Platform, Google, Legatum Center Professional Advisor  
  • Reed Sturtevant, General Partner, Engine Ventures   

3:00-4:00 PM: Breakout Sessions

Breakout Session I: Currency Volatility: Strategies for Entrepreneurial Success.

Topic: The purpose of this panel is to understand the barrier that currency volatility poses to the success of entrepreneurs. The panel will shed light on strategies that help alleviate that risk. We aim to share valuable insights with entrepreneurs, enabling them to navigate the complexities of currency devaluations and strengthen their business against potential financial challenges.

Moderator: Sayuri Sharper, KSF Impact, MIT Alum and Legatum Center Professional Advisor  

Panelists: 

Breakout Session II: Do Growth Markets Need a New Model for VC? 

Topic: Are traditional venture capital models falling short in growth markets? This panel tackles this crucial question head-on. Join a diverse group of investors, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders for an interactive discussion exploring the challenges and opportunities for VC in growth markets. Together we will analyze the limitations of existing VC models, identify emerging trends and innovations, share experiences and co-create solutions for a more effective and inclusive VC model for growth markets.

Moderator: Yaser Moustafa, CEO, NBK Capital, Legatum Center Professional Advisor  

Panelists:    

Breakout Session III: Role of AI in Creating Prosperity in Global Growth Markets.

Topic: As global growth markets continue to develop, artificial intelligence (AI) presents a powerful tool for accelerating economic progress and prosperity. This panel discussion will explore the transformative potential of AI in these regions, focusing on how it can be leveraged to drive innovation and efficiency and address development challenges. 

Moderator: Dr. Jinane Abounadi, Executive Director, MIT Sandbox 

Panelists:

  • Dr. Richard Rabbat, CEO of Lighty AI – Legatum Center Professional Advisor  
  • Sebastian Mannai, CEO & Co-Founder, Amplified Industries, Inc., MIT Alum 
  • Andrea Kates, Author, Get to Next, Partner, SUMA Ventures and Legatum Center Professional Advisor  
  • Anderson Pereira, CEO and Co-Founder, Kapitale, Legatum Student Fellow  
  • Parfait Atchade, Research Affiliate, City Science, MIT Media Lab  

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