I have over 7 years of experience in startup ecosystem development, digital transformation, and economic growth in emerging markets. My journey includes:
- GIZ Tunisia Digital Transformation Center: Managed national startup support funds and led startup incubation and acceleration programs. Key achievements include designing projects that supported 60 startups expanding into regional markets, managing a €1.9M development fund that impacted 300+ startups, and leading initiatives like Coworkup 24 and Slush’D Djerba.
- Alien Dimension: Co-founded and directed a startup utilizing Augmented Reality for science education, from conceptualization to raising €150K in funding and managing a growing team. This role involved strategic direction, business development, and partnership building.
- Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute: As an MBA student consultant, developed a business plan and fundraising pitch for a climate-tech startup, conducting market research and refining market entry strategies.
