Spotlight on the GCC Region
The panel discussion illuminated the dynamic investment landscape across the GCC and Middle East, exploring new opportunities, cross-border synergies, and innovation-driven strategies. Ms. Voskerician shared insights from her role leading MachX.VC and highlighted the firm’s future plans in the region in collaboration with Venture University.
She was joined by distinguished leaders, including:
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Hadi Al Alawi – Chairman, Al Hayat Group (Kingdom of Bahrain)
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Dr. Capt. Mohamed Al Mubarak – Group CEO, NFINITY8 Group (UAE)
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Sharif El-Gamal, Yana Leonova, and Polina Kozel
The panel was moderated by Alan Smithson, whose expertise guided a compelling exchange of ideas.
Honoring Global Leaders
The summit also celebrated the remarkable achievements of global figures with Lifetime Achievement Awards, presented to:
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Hadi Al Alawi – Chairman, Al Hayat Group (Kingdom of Bahrain)
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H.E. Ambassador Dame Didi Wong – UN Global Peace Ambassador (USA)
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Khalid Al Zayani – Honorary Chairman, Al Zayani Investments (Kingdom of Bahrain)
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Mohamed Al Ali – CEO, Al Ali Holdings (UAE)
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H.H. Sheikha Jawaher Bint Khalifa Al Khalifa (UAE)
MachX.VC also acknowledges Thomas de Pariente, Deputy Mayor of Cannes, for his presence on behalf of the host city.
A Memorable Encounter
Among the highlights of the summit was a personal meeting between Ms. Voskerician and Her Majesty Queen Diambi Kabatusuila, Queen of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Looking Ahead
MachX.VC extends its gratitude to Anthony Ritossa for convening such an impactful gathering and looks forward to engaging further at the upcoming summits in Miami and Dubai.
