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I still can’t believe BAM has ended! 🌱 It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life. I learned so much from the 500 team and my colleagues, who became friends, not just connections. I highly recommend this bootcamp to every accelerator program manager there’s truly no other value like BAM. The content is top-notch, the mentors are among the best in the global ecosystem, and the team is incredibly organized and attentive to detail. Having such an amazing team share their “secret sauce” with us was incredible. Although it’s a full 5-day schedule from 10 to 6, the time flies with all the engaging activities. I would attend every BAM if I could! Special thanks to Nour Hamdy AbdelGhaffar who recommended me for the program, Sarah Said Abou Radwan my colleague who gave me the chance to attend also my university colleague Mariam Ezzo All the 500 team that I truly respect and love Simon Grigenas Carrie Liauw Arianne Renée Dilts Sophie Kaminski PohSoon Tew Rola Y. Hassan Amal Enan. Special thanks to Ezzeddin H. Zahzah he was incredibly helpful and provided great guidance; I truly appreciate his sessions and conversations. ✨✨ And my dear friends, i hope i didn’t forget to mention anyone and i apologize if i did. ❤️ Yassin Tamer Ali Amer Mahmoud Osama Al Ojaily Lenah Hafez Al-Akrami Nardien Saleh Nader Aljorf Lamiaa Khayrat Ahmed Alaa El Din Lydia Kamiel Ahmad Aboelyazeed Seif Hakim Dr- Aya Emam Mina Kerols Mostafa Shahin Mohammed Alwasli Moatassem Shaaban Dalia Said Mohamed Abbas, Ph.D. MOT Dina Alaa El Din Asmaa Ahmed Yomna Elnahas Taha Gad Lamees Koura Malak Khaled Tawfik Reem S. Sharaf ✊🏻❤️💚🤍🖤 ⚠️ You’ll find attached the most expensive tote bag, complete with signatures from the entire 500 team and my colleague. 500 MENA 500 Global VC Unlocked Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA #500BAM

Being part of the 500 Global and AWS Startups ecosystems has been an amazing experience. It’s exciting to see so many startups with great ideas and different investors from around the world. This supportive environment helps entrepreneurs turn their ideas into reality. Thanks to Amal Dokhan Abdulrahman AlJiffry Saud Bin Taleb Nasser Alharthi Abdulaziz Almuhaydib Luke Bodnar Abdullah AlOthman Umair Khalid عمير خالد Nabeel Koshak 500 Global AWS Startups

🚀 Today marks a pivotal moment in my journey as I reflect on the incredible insights gained during the fourth day of our Training BootCamp Accelerator Manager program (BAM) By 500 Global and هيئة تنمية صناعة تكنولوجيا المعلومات . This experience stands out as one of the most valuable opportunities I've encountered in my 10 years of work in incubation, acceleration management, training delivery, project managment, Entrepreneurship instructor and business support. Each session has been a powerful reminder of why I am passionate about this field. I’ve learned so much about acceleration management, defining a compelling thesis, and effectively managing stakeholders, Running VCs, managing capital fund and More ..... These lessons resonate deeply with me and will undoubtedly shape the way I approach my work moving forward. I am immensely grateful to our instructor for their inspiring guidance and unwavering support throughout this transformative journey. Thank you for empowering us all to reach new heights! Carrie Liauw PohSoon Tew Love you all Ezzeddin H. Zahzah Here’s to applying these lessons and continuing to make a difference in the entrepreneurial landscape In Egypt and Gulf area! #Entrepreneurship #ProjectManagement #Training #GrowthMindset #Innovation #500Strong #500BAM #VCUnlock

🌱 A Look Back at Batch 4 of the 500 Global in Egypt Seed Bootcamp, in collaboration with Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA In our next post in this series, we’re highlighting Days 3 and 4! Day 3 centered on startup fundamentals, covering sustainable revenue models, product-market fit, and more. Founders gained insights into building scalable business frameworks, closing the day with an inspiring fireside chat with Sympl Founder Mohamed El-Shabrawy El-Feky and Founder of Suplyd Gohar Said on growing a startup in Egypt. Day 4 delved into strategies for pricing, pitch techniques, and impactful storytelling. A highlight was 500 Egypt Partner Amal Enan’s talk on the MENA Investment Ecosystem, where founders had the chance to understand the regional investment landscape and refine their growth tactics. Some of the sessions led by our expert mentors included: • Product-Market Fit & Experimentation with Carlos Ruiz Del Vizo • Hacking Social Media with Rula El Kaliouby • Fundraising Process & What Investors Are Looking For with Emily Basileo • Designing a Killer Pitch Deck with Colin Christensen • Revenue Models & Pricing with Tash Jefferies Applications for Batch 5 open on November 17—join the waitlist: https://lnkd.in/g_vupy7w Ezzeddin H. Zahzah Tiara C. Martinez Dina Nour Karim Selim Rola Y. Hassan

Attending the 500 Global &Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA BAM Program was a fantastic deep dive into effective startup selection, with valuable insights from Ezzeddin H. Zahzah. We explored selection criteria in unique ways—like rating the best restaurants to eat at based on specific factors! Also assessing 500 Global’s standout startups, such as Funder and Snails, alongside our amazing mentor PohSoon Tew and Knowledgeable teammates, provided key takeaways: 🔍 Define Showstoppers Early: Identify make-or-break factors upfront for efficient decision-making. ❓ Ask Impactful Questions: Uncover essential insights to determine a startup’s fit. 🎯 Focus on Success Drivers: Prioritize factors that maximize success potential. 📝 Evaluate Program Fit: Assess whether a startup will truly benefit from the program, even if it means selecting an unexpected choice. It was an insightful experience with an incredible team! #500Strong #500BAM #VCUnlocked #StartupSelection

"Pay it forward without expecting anything in return" — This key insight from Eng. Hany Al-Sonbaty, shared yesterday during a panel with Zeina Mandour and Amal Enan at the 500 Global & Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA BAM Program. ✨ Key non-financial support insights: 🔑 Open Doors: Introduce startups to clients and investors. 💼 Talent Fit: Support them in finding the right hires. 🛡️ Build Security: Create a safe, supportive environment. By reducing insecurities and forming a strong founder community, we can truly fuel ecosystem growth. 🌐 #500Strong #500BAM #VCUnlocked #EcosystemBuilding #StartupSupport #PayItForward

Excited to be in the midst of the Accelerator Managers Bootcamp (BAM) with 500 Global ! This journey is already packed with invaluable insights and has allowed me to connect with an incredible network of passionate professionals. Looking forward to applying all the knowledge I'm gaining here and sharing it with my team. Grateful for this experience and eager to see what the remaining days bring!

🎉 Day 3 Complete! 🎉🙏 wrapped up on my third day of the Accelerator Manager Bootcamp (BAM) Exectued By 500 Global and Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA As one of lucky representatives of Information Technology Industry Development Agency, ITIDA. 🚀 A huge thanks to my instructors for their guidance and support. Your insights will enhance how I engage with entrepreneurs, Investors  and accelerator programs 🙏 Arianne Renée Dilts Simon Grigenas PohSoon Tew Ezzeddin H. Zahzah Sophie Kaminski Carrie Liauw Amal Enan Again Attending with you the BAM program by 500 Global has been an eye-opening experience. I’ve learned invaluable lessons from you all on scaling businesses, fostering innovation, and building strong networks. This experience has truly broadened my perspective and equipped me with practical tools to drive success as a Accelerator and Fund Manager. Excited to apply these skills  and continue growing! 💪📚 #Entrepreneurship #Training #Networking #Innovation #500Strong #500BAM #VCUnlock

Thrilled to announce our latest partnership! 🌟 OTO and reachware have signed an MOU at #SeamlessKSA, joining forces to transform eCommerce logistics across the MENAT region. By combining Reachware’s strengths in business automation and integration with OTO’s expansive network of over 300 fully integrated shipping providers, this collaboration is designed to drive efficiency and elevate the customer experience for enterprise retailers. #Partnership #ShippingGateway #SeamlessKSA #eCommercePartnership

We’re thrilled to announce that Reachware, under the leadership of our CEO and Co-Founder, Eng. Hamza Abusitta has signed a Memorandum of Understanding at #SeamlessKSA, with OTO the leading Ecommerce shipping gateway in MENAT region represented by OTO’s CEO and Co-Founder Mr. Mohammad AlRazaz This powerful partnership combines Reachware's expertise in business automation and integration with OTO’s extensive delivery network of 300+ fully integrated shipping providers—the largest in the region. #PartnershipAnnouncement #Reachware #OTO #Seamless #BusinessGrowth #Automation #Riyadh