Dr.Hany Ayad

Dr. Hany Ayaad is a leading entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem builder with more than 15 years of experience at the intersection of policy, academia, and startup support in Egypt. He serves as Chairperson of the Egyptian Youth Entrepreneurs Association (YEN), a national network that connects young founders with mentors, investors, and ecosystem enablers to turn ideas into scalable ventures. Previously, he was Executive Director of the Innovators Support Fund (ISF) at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, where he led strategic programs and funding mechanisms that expanded opportunities for Gen‑Z entrepreneurs and innovators nationwide.
Alongside his ecosystem roles, Dr. Hany is an Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship, Logistics, and Green Supply Chain Management at AASTMT, leveraging his PhD from the University of Strathclyde (UK) to design sustainable business and incubation models, mentor startups, and advise national and international organizations on innovation, MSMEs development, and green growth.