Founders Live Cairo

Founders Live is back for another Cairo event!

Join us for an incredible evening…

Founders Live is an unforgettable happy hour competition sweeping the globe.

5 founders

99-second pitches

4 minutes of audience Q&A

YOUR VOTES decide the winner!

So bring your friends and coworkers, grab some food and drink, get to know your local entrepreneurs, and vote for what you think will be the next big thing… built in Egypt.

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Starring

Mostafa Shahat as the MENA Director (mostafashahat@founderslive.com)

Second Chance as the Golden Sponsor (get-secondchance.com)

ABDELRAHIM AFIFI LAW FIRM as the Strategic Sponsor (https://www.linkedin.com/company/abdelrahim-afifi/)

Giants Marketing and Media Service as the Commercial Partner (https://www.linkedin.com/company/giants-marketing-and-media-service/)

Startup Haus Cairo | Enpact as the Community Partner (https://enpact.org/entrepreneurial-support/cairo/)

Mariasoft-Skills as the Volunteers Partner (Mariasoft Skills)

Speakers

➡️ Nick Hughes | Profile

➡️ Louis Ravenscroft | Profile

➡️ AbdelRahim Afifi | Profile

➡️ Mostafa Shahat | Profile

➡️ Noha Hussein | Profile

➡️ Maria Sulaiman | Profile

➡️ Ahmed El-Menshawi | Profile

Competing Founders and Startups

➡️ TBD

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Agenda

11:00 am - Networking and Happy Hour

11:30 am - Opening Entertainment

12:00 pm - Announcements, Sponsors and Pitch Competition

01:30 pm - After-Party

Winners

The Founders Live winners package includes:

• The Professional Boost membership with over $1,000,000 in cash savings on 100+ essential apps and services for startups
• An appearance in the Founders Live Prime Time regional qualifiers with a chance to advance to our Prime Time global event in the fall.

Our Partners & Sponsors:

Second Chance is a platform designed to help rejected founders turn setbacks into opportunities by validating and strengthening their startup ideas. By offering a structured process of feedback, mentoring, and tailored resources, Second Chance empowers entrepreneurs to refine their business models, rebuild momentum, and confidently re-enter the startup ecosystem. Their mission is to prove that rejection isn’t the end, but rather the beginning of a more resilient and validated journey.

Abdelrahim Afifi Law Firm is a trusted legal practice in Egypt that provides comprehensive services to entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses. Founded by Abdelrahim Afifi, the firm is known for its client-focused approach, offering expertise in corporate law, contracts, intellectual property, and dispute resolution. With a deep understanding of the challenges founders face, the firm not only supports legal compliance and protection but also emphasizes the importance of balance in life and business — a value Abdelrahim himself highlighted during Founders Live Cairo.

Startup Haus Cairo | Enpact Startup Haus Cairo is the enpact hub in the MENA region. It was established in 2018 by enpact Egypt with the support of Drosos Foundation. Startup Haus Cairo is home to workspaces, services, amenities, and dynamic collaboration with a vibrant community where you can exchange ideas, knowledge and inspiration.

Giants Marketing and Media Service Giants is an organic growth of the extensive personal and professional experiences of its board members, Who are holding diverse knowledge, designations and International insights in Marketing, Media and Advertising. Supported by more than 50 Years of combined experiences.

Mariasoft-Skills Mariasoft-Skills is a natural extension of the founder’s personal mission and professional journey, rooted in a deep commitment to social equity and lifelong learning. With a focus on empowering adult workers from underserved communities, the organization combines rich educational expertise, international fellowships, and real-world coaching experience to deliver virtual workforce development training tailored for the 21st-century economy. Through programs in Business English, digital literacy, and confidence-building, Mariasoft-Skills bridges the gap between ambition and opportunity, equipping individuals with the tools to thrive in an increasingly competitive job market.

Enter the Prime Time Pitch Challenge!

This is your chance to share your story in a 99-second pitch video.

Prizes start at just 250 votes.

Top-voted founders compete live in our Prime Time global tournament.

Grand prize includes a trip to Seattle for our incredible Founders Live Athletes: Big Game Bash during World Cup 2026!

Free entry through October 15!

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