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Innovation, Investments and Entrepreneurship in the Agritech & Foodtech Sectors

HEC Paris Masterclass Explores Agri-Tech

Maribel Saad, Jan 18, 2024

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Technology transformation, climate change and global threats on food security are shaping a new wave of concerns, but also major opportunities in the agri-food sector. Investments in agri-tech and food-tech businesses and pilot projects have increased worldwide and many GCC countries are at the forefront of this trend. Investing in food security through alternative proteins, high-tech production, new infrastructure storage or improved distribution networks are also major tools to achieve economic diversification in the region.

In this panel discussion, participants will explore the latest innovations and investments in the agri-tech and food-tech sectors, as HEC Paris will bring together Qatari, GCC and French stakeholders to shed light on the current agri-food challenges and dive into some insightful entrepreneurial journeys.

The masterclass will include presentations and will be followed a vibrant panel discussion featuring various prominent figures from the industry as well as HEC Paris alumni, who will discuss opportunities, challenges and necessary enablers to unfold the full potential of the agri-food sector.

Day: Tuesday 30 January, 2024

Time: 12:00 noon to 2:00PM (Doha Time)

Venue: HEC Paris in Qatar | Msheireb Downtown, 2nd floor

Presenters:

Ghanim Al-Sulaiti, Founder of Enbat Holdings and HEC Paris alumnus
Sophie Bénard, food strategist and HEC Paris alumni
Hussein Al-Hussein, Regional Manager for the MENA region at Farm to Plate Company

Moderator: Dr. Delphine Acloque, Food Security Advisor to the Ministry of Municipality of Qatar

Panelists:

Alvyn Severien, founder and CEO of Algama Foods, vice-president of the French Microalgae association and food-tech ambassador for the French government
Ramzi Schumann, Director of Commercialization at Vital Foods Technologies and HEC Paris alumnus
Firas Khalil, Director of Information Technology at Baladna Food Industries and HEC Paris alumnus
Mohammad Batran, Group General Manager at Agrico Qatar
Mickaël Boccacino, President of DiFFERs Company and HEC alumnus

Doha- Qatar

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