Leader in Socio-Economic Development | Serial Social Entrepreneur | Advocate for Entrepreneurship & Digital Transformation
With over 20 years of experience in socio-economic development and private sector enhancement, Assem Kamel has established himself as a visionary leader and a driving force in fostering economic growth, innovation, and entrepreneurship across the MENA region.
Holding an MBA in Marketing Management, Assem has contributed to policy development and implemented impactful initiatives across diverse sectors, including but not limited to FMCG, agriculture, agro-food, microfinance, circular & green economy, and chemical construction.
His expertise spans designing and managing international development programs in collaboration with UN agencies, EU, USAID, governments, and the private sector.
Entrepreneurial Journey
As a serial social entrepreneur, Assem has co-founded and led multiple startups, including:
- THE LEE EXPERIENCE Incubator - Lebanon
- Sunup for Program Management M&E - Tunisia
- Seketak Incubator & Accelerator - Egypt
- Vitas Misr for Microfinance
- Zowada Mobile Apps
- LEE Digital Media Hub
His leadership has been instrumental in designing and managing business incubation and acceleration programs, guiding ventures from pre-seed to Series A stages.
Impact & Contributions
A passionate advocate for entrepreneurship and education, Assem has developed comprehensive training materials and programs focused on leadership, business development, and digital transformation.
He has trained and coached over 10,000 participants across the MENA region, supported 1,000 startups in the agri-food sector, and incubated 8 social and solidarity initiatives from ideation to seed stage.
Current Roles & Recognition
Currently, Assem leads multiple economic development initiatives, including:
- THE LEE EXPERIENCE - Startup Incubator
- Zowada Mobile Apps - Digital Accelerator
- LEE Digital Media Hub
He also manages UN-funded & EU projects in collaboration with international organizations, governments, and the private sector, ensuring sustainable impact.
Professional Accolades
Assem is a:
- Counsellor member of GLG for International Research
- Certified ILO SIYB Trainer (Start & Improve Your Business)
- UNDP SME Business Coach
- Licensee for Leadership Management International Programs in the MENA region
His unwavering commitment to professional excellence and socio-economic development continues to inspire and drive meaningful change across industries and communities.