Tarek A. Elkady

Tarek El Kady is a prominent entrepreneur and esteemed angel investor hailing from his hometown, Alexandria, Egypt. With roots deeply embedded in Alexandria, Tarek helms KD Group as its CEO, overseeing a conglomerate of companies that cater to a diverse clientele spanning the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean region. Tarek is the visionary founder and CEO of Techne Global. He also is the founder and chairperson of Alexandria Business Angel Network (Alex Angels) and holds the same positions at The Mediterranean Business Angel Investment Network. Additionally, Tarek serves as a distinguished board member of ABAN (African Business Angel Network), further extending his impact across the African continent. Devoted to empowering young entrepreneurs, Tarek dedicates a portion of his time as the Founding Curator of the Global Shapers Community Alexandria hub, nurturing the next generation of business leaders in the region. Tarek's unwavering commitment and contributions to the entrepreneurial and investment ecosystems were recognized in 2019 when he received the prestigious award from the American University in Cairo's Venture Lab. This accolade is a testament to his outstanding support and pivotal role in fostering entrepreneurial growth. Furthermore, Tarek has been appointed as a Senator at the Grand Assembly of the World Business Angels Investment Forum (WBAF). In 2020, he represented Egypt in the Global Startup Committee of the Grand Assembly, solidifying his influential presence on the global stage.