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Within the Belgian diplomatic network in Türkiye Stefano Missir di Lusignano currently serves as Head of the Economic and Trade Representation of Brussels.

Based in Istanbul, his Office covers Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Albania, and Kosovo.

With over 25 years of experience in international trade, he has been instrumental in promoting Belgian exports and attracting foreign investment to Brussels, the Capital of Europe.

He holds a Master’s in Law from the University of Louvain (UCL) and a Master’s in EU Economics and Policies from the Collegio Europeo di Parma.

He previously held positions at the European Parliament and the European Commission before moving into economic diplomacy.

His international postings have taken him across the globe, including assignments as Economic and Trade Consul in China (Shanghai), Regional Supervisor for Southeast Asia in Hanoi and Head of the Economic and Trade Office of Brussels in Brazil in (Rio de Janeiro).

Mrs. Tsaltampasi is the President of the Greek Association of Women Entrepreneurs – SEGE, the
President of Energy Cooperative WEnCoop, and CEO of OECON Group of Companies, which includes
companies in Greece and abroad. She actively supports Female Entrepreneurship and the Promotion of
Women in all sectors of the Economy through S.E.G.E., as well as other positions she holds.
She is the A’ Vice President of AFAEMME – Association of Organizations of Mediterranean
Businesswomen, the President of the Balkan Women Coalition (B-WCo). Additionally, Mrs. Tsaltampasi
is a member of the Financial Committee of Women20 (W20) and holds the position of the General
Secretary at Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) an international organization.
She actively participates as a Member of the European Innovation Council (EIC), which offers a
programme to improve skills and networking for women entrepreneurs and researchers supported by
the EIC, the Women Leadership Programme (WLP) and she is also a Member of the WEgate Committee’s
Thematic Group on shaping European Policies for Women Entrepreneurship.
She is a PhD Candidate at University of Macedonia, within the field of Female Entrepreneurship as a
Factor of reaching the 17 SDGs. She holds a Master’ s degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the
University of Macedonia and she is certified by national and international bodies on providing
consultancy services. Moreover, she holds a Diploma in Association Management – CIPE (Center for
International Private Enterprises) while in 2011 she was elected as a Fellow of ASAE University –
Washington DC. She has great experience and expertise as she has participated and successfully led
some of the most successful projects of both OECON Group and SEGE. At the same time, she also
participates in two corporate schemes as a Business Angel.
She combines the fresh spirit with a great business and work experience, which is proven by the awards
that have been given to her. Mrs. Tsaltampasi was awarded the title of Ambassador of Women
Entrepreneurship in 2010 by the European Commission for her dynamic action in the field of promotion
of women entrepreneurship. She was also honored in 2014 with the title “Women Motivator in
Mediterranean” and in 2018 she received an honorary award, from the Central Union of Municipalities
of Greece – K.E.D.E., for her overall contribution to women’s entrepreneurship. Mrs. Tsaltampasi was a
Finalist for EUSEW 2022 Awards in the Category of “Women in Energy”. Last but not least, as president
of SEGE and WEnCoop, has led WEnCoop to international recognition, and to win the National and
European Award, of the category “Green Transition”, in the European Enterprise Promotion Awards –
EEPA 2022

Kawtar EL OUTMANI leads portfolio and brand management at UM6P Ventures, the investment arm of UM6P – University Mohammed VI Polytechnic in Morocco. In this role, she supports the fund’s mission to invest in deeptech ventures and drive digital transformation across sectors such as healthtech, greentech, fintech, and more. Kawtar focuses on identifying and scaling innovative startups that contribute to long-term sustainability, economic resilience, and the integration of technology to tackle global challenges.
In addition to her work at UM6P Ventures, Kawtar serves as the Community Engagement Manager at Women in Tech Morocco, where she creates and leads the community of women in the tech sector, fostering empowerment, collaboration, and growth among female professionals in the field.
Previously, she worked as a community builder at STARTGATE, UM6P’s startup campus, where she oversaw the vibrant startup community on campus. In this capacity, she worked closely with incubation and acceleration programs, helping entrepreneurs connect with investors, mentors, and ecosystem partners to scale their ventures and foster sustainable innovation.
As an advocate for triple transformation, Kawtar is committed to driving environmental, social, and economic sustainability through the entrepreneurial ecosystem. She champions open innovation and encourages startups to leverage cutting-edge technology and business models to create meaningful change in critical sectors like energy, agriculture, and healthcare.
Kawtar is also an emerging Master of Ceremony (MC) and moderator, frequently hosting panels and discussions on investment, technology, and sustainability. Passionate about creating platforms for knowledge-sharing, she strives to empower founders to learn from one another and build ventures that have a lasting, positive impact on both people and the planet.

Vasilis Korkidis was born in Piraeus.

He graduated from the Greek-French Piraeus School “Saint Paul”, continued his studies in England at the University of Southampton and got a Bachelor Degree (BSC HONORS) in Shipbuilding and Ship Management. He pursued postgraduate studies with Master’s degrees in Maritime Law (LLM) and International Trade and Transport (MSC).

He manages the two family-owned businesses based in Piraeus, active since 1961 in the import-export of electrical equipment and the supply of shipping and industry.

He has been President of the Hellenic Confederation of Trade and Entrepreneurship, President of the Piraeus Trade Association, Vice President of the Hellenic Institute for Safety and Health at Work, Vice-President of the European Organization of Small and Medium Enterprises (UEAPME), member of the Board of the Regulatory Authority for Ports, member of the Board of Directors of the Hellenic Development Bank, Vice-President at the Piraeus Elderly Care Home and member of the Board of Directors of EuroCommerce and external member of the Board of Directors of the University of Western Attica.

He is the President of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Piraeus, President of the Regional Research and Innovation Council, Vice-President of the Hellenic Shipyard Association and member of the Coastal Transports Council. He was awarded with Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration by the University of West Attica.

Prof. Dr. Tugkan Tuglular received the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer
Engineering from Ege University, Turkey, in 1993, 1995, and 1999 He
worked as a research associate at Purdue University from 1996 to 1998 He
has been with Izmir Institute of Technology since 2000 After becoming an
Assistant Professor at Izmir Institute of Technology, he worked as Chief
Information Officer in the university from 2003-2007. In addition to his
academic duties, he acted as IT advisor to the Rector between 2010-2014.
He served as the Chairman of the Organization Committee of the Computer
Software Applications Conference (COMPSAC) held in Izmir in 2012, with the
participation of 450 people from 40 countries. In the same year, he assumed
the role of project leader for the “Izmir Information Society Based
Development Strategy” defined by the Izmir Development Agency. Between
2013 and 2018, he worked intensively to strengthen the Izmir techno-
entrepreneurship ecosystem. Tugkan Tuglular, who received the title of
Associate Professor in 2018, works in both the Department of Computer
Engineering and the Department of Technology, Design and Innovation
Management at Izmir Institute of Technology. In 2021, he co-founded his
second company, Research Ecosystems, in Teknopark Izmir and continues to
work as CEO. Additionally, he became CEO of WIN Turkiye, a World
Innovations Network (WIN) associate. He became Professor in 2024 Later
that year, he co-founded his third company, NestNeo. Tugkan Tuglular,
whose academic areas of expertise include information security, software
quality assurance, software testing and reliable software development, has
over eighty national and international publications.

Thana’a Al Khasawneh is a transformative leader in both the private and
non-profit sectors in Jordan. Renowned for her pioneering approach to
leadership agility, she has a proven track record of successfully navigating
organizational change, building cohesive teams, and managing complex
business conversations. Her diverse expertise spans across building and
restructuring companies to drive sustained growth.
Al Khasawneh formerly served as the Regional Fundraiser and Development
Director at Mowgli Mentoring MENA, where she played a critical role in
establishing a mentorship-driven approach to support and empower
entrepreneurship across the MENA region. Her efforts were instrumental in
significantly increasing the growth and visibility of the Mowgli Foundation
throughout the region.
Currently, Al Khasawneh is the CEO of the Business & Professional Women
Association (BPWA), an association advocating for gender equality and the
inclusion of women in the workforce. Under her leadership, BPWA has
launched several initiatives aimed at bridging the gender gap and empowering
women across various sectors. Her tenure has marked a period of enhanced
performance and increased impact for women in Jordan.
Apart from her executive roles, Thana’a is a seasoned public speaker and has served as a keynote speaker and panelist at numerous
local, regional, and international events, especially on topics related to women empowerment and entrepreneurship. Her strong
communication and facilitation skills have enabled her to empower individuals, foster dialogue, and guide discussions towards
innovative and strategic outcomes.
Beyond her leadership roles, Thana’a is deeply invested in human capital development, particularly in encouraging entrepreneurial
mindsets and fostering investment in personal growth. Her work seeks to unlock the potential of entrepreneurs by providing them
with access to the knowledge, tools, and resources necessary to thrive in both their professional and personal lives.
Al Khasawneh prioritizes individual courage in her pursuits, promoting self-reliance and independent thought. She encourages
people to take proactive steps toward their objectives, speak out firmly about their viewpoints, and get involved in their
communities. One of the main characteristics of her leadership style is her emphasis on inspiring others to speak up and follow their
goals.
In addition to her current responsibilities, Thana’a works on the business growth pillar in various companies, helping them design
and implement effective growth strategies. At the strategic level, she has collaborated with numerous governmental entities. She
also sits on multiple international and local boards of committees, contributing her expertise in governance and strategic direction.
Thana’a takes great pride in recognizing and celebrating the achievements of others, actively highlighting productive individuals
within the community to encourage them and inspire others to follow their example.

Dr. Erçin Güdücü is an accomplished Senior IT & Business
Director with over 30 years of experience across financial
and commodity-related sectors, encompassing public,
private, and non-profit organizations. He is an expert in
aligning IT with business objectives and managing large-
scale projects under challenging conditions.
Professional Highlights:
Leadership:
Expertise
in
Service
Management,
Software
Development and IT Governance.
Systems Implementation: Proficient in end-to-end trading systems, smart
agriculture, commodity exchanges, and data dissemination.
Project Management: Skilled in project management, ITIL, MIS and business
Education: Lecturer in Management Information Systems and a speaker at
events on IT, Finance and Smart Agriculture.
Board Memberships: Serves on the boards of three Science Parks and three
non-profit organizations.
Current Role: Secretary General of Izmir Commodity Exchange.
Previous Roles: CIO of Turkish Derivatives Exchange, System Architect at ING Bank
Turkey, Group Manager at TOBB-Net.
Academic Background: Holds a PhD in Economics, MSc in Money & Banking, and
BSc degree in Computer Science.