Ahmed Bastawy is a prominent Managing Director, International Speaker, and Impact & Innovation Consultant with over 15 years of expertise in innovation consulting and program design. As the Founder and Managing Director of ICEALEX Innovation Hub and iceHubs LLC, and a Board Member at AfriLabs, Ahmed has been pivotal in nurturing entrepreneurship across Africa and globally. He launched Startups of Alex, the first business incubator in Alexandria, and has significantly influenced the innovation, entrepreneurship, and management consulting domains. His work extends across 18 countries, where he has provided consultancy to various international organizations and startups. Ahmed is also an accomplished author, speaker, and educator, with an impressive background in mechanical engineering and business administration. His commitment to impact investing and circular transformation drives his ongoing advocacy and participation in the global innovation community.