Ahmed Hamouda, Co-founder and CEO of Thndr, is participating in the Start Summit. He'll be speaking in sessions about his professional journey from leadership positions to the world of entrepreneurship, and how he managed to turn a startup idea into a company that helps individuals build their financial future.
Ahmed Hamouda's participation in the summit will cover the key milestones of his transition from corporate work to establishing a company in digital financial services. He will also highlight his experience developing a platform aimed at making investment tools and financial education accessible to a wider audience.
The Start Summit is sponsored and organized by the Egyptian Ministry of Social Solidarity, through its university solidarity units. This initiative supports entrepreneurship, empowers youth, and encourages innovation in economic and technological fields.
The summit's activities will take place at the Grand Egyptian Museum on Friday, June 19, 2026, with the participation of many entrepreneurs and experts in technology, entrepreneurship, and the digital economy.
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