Driving Business Innovation and Strategic Growth in Tech Industries
About Dina Khedr
Digital Transformation Leader | Startup Ecosystem Builder | SME and Youth Development Advocate
Welcome! I’m Dina Khedr, a Business & Strategy Senior Manager with an extensive background spanning over 16 years in technology, startup development, career development, e-commerce, logistics, and healthcare sectors. Currently based in Egypt, my professional journey is distinguished by dynamic leadership roles and a deep commitment to driving growth and innovation across various industries.
Startup Ecosystem Builder
My passion for nurturing startups is reflected in my extensive experience managing various support programs that foster growth through strategic guidance and robust networking opportunities. At NilePreneurs, I led several flagship programs, such as NilePreneurs Accelerator funded by HSBC Egypt, which have collectively supported 50+ startups and connect with potential partners, clients and investors. My efforts with NilePreneurs Incubation Program have facilitated meaningful connections with expert consultants, trainers and service providers, driving the startup ecosystem forward.
SME and Youth Development Advocate
Collaborating with high-profile partners like the Central Bank of Egypt, Google, Udacity, GIZ, ILO, and the Ministry of Communications has enabled me to advocate effectively for SME and youth development. Through tailored training programs and strategic partnerships, I have worked to equip young professionals and small businesses with the tools needed for success in the global economy.
Digital Transformation Leader
As a seasoned leader in digital transformation, I have steered numerous initiatives that harness the power of technology to streamline operations and enhance business capabilities. My expertise in integrating digital strategies has empowered organizations to maintain competitive edges in rapidly evolving markets. This has been especially evident in my current role while pursuing an MBA focused on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), where I continue to refine strategies that support sustainable growth and technological advancement.
Achievements & Milestones
Programs, Strategic Partners and Events
NilePreneurs Accelerator | Funded by HSBC Egypt
Managing NilePreneurs Accelerator Program NP Academy (now called NilePreneurs Accelerator) which is a 6-month accelerator program sponsored by HSBC Egypt Bank, targeting growing 50+ startups aiming to provide them with a tailored support plan to connect with potential partners, clients and investors and future partners and service providers
ECOSYS+ | Co-funded by EU
Leading the NilePreneurs partnership with ECOSYS+ partners to reinforce the national innovation ecosystem, upscaling its presence on global scale with dynamic tools to build targeted innovative products and services while providing support in the form of investment, incubation, acceleration, partnerships
Digital Pathways For Employment | Funded by Sawiris Foundation for Social Development
The Digital Pathways for Employment (DPE) is a funded grant by “Sawiris Foundation for Social Development”, executed by NilePreneurs, Nile University in partnership with Knowledge Officer. The platform aims to train Egyptian Universities’ graduates from different governorates on mastering the most demanded jobs in the market. These efforts reflect on bridging the gap between graduates’ skills and the needs of the labor market.
STREAM | Co-funded by Erasmus+
This project aims to cultivate a new generation of globally-aware higher education (HE) graduates, equipped with vital personal attributes, social, and cognitive skills. It includes 35 short-term and 10 long-term extracurricular activities, termed "quests," integrated into the Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Student Information Systems (SIS) of partnering HE institutions. Additionally, 35 courses in Engineering and ICT will be restructured to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), adopting a competency-based educational framework.