Celebrating exceptional entrepreneurs and ventures that have been in the business world for less than two years, the Rising Star Award honors those demonstrating remarkable promise, bold innovation, and early market traction. This category is dedicated to early-stage startups, groundbreaking initiatives, and transformative solutions that are already showing signs of lasting impact.
Jury Panel
Rising Star Award
H.E. Rachid Mohamed Rachid
Chairman, Beyman Group and Founder, Bidayat
Rising Star Award
Yasmine Khamis
Chair of Oriental Weavers Group
Rising Star Award
Ahmed El Alfi
Chairman, Sawari Ventures
Rising Star Award
Neveen El Tahri
Chairperson, Delta Shield for Investment
Rising Star Award
Ayman Ismail
Founding Director, AUC Venture Lab
Rising Star Award
Onsi Sawiris
Co-Founder & Managing Partner, HOF Capital