KIPCO Group supports ‘The Shark Vision’ at AUK
- gceosocial
- Feb 23
- 2 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
KIPCO and its Group companies were the title sponsors of ‘The Shark Vision: Empowering Innovation, Inspiring Entrepreneurs, Transforming Investments’. The event was organized by the CCE at the AUK and featured Mr Ahmed Tarek Khalil, the renowned investor and entrepreneur from Shark Tank Egypt.
Alongside KIPCO, the event was supported by Burgan Bank, URC, Kamco Invest, NAPESCO, ATC and JTC Logistics. The Group’s support of the event stems from its commitment to fostering education and innovation, and the recognition of AUK as a vital contributor to the country’s educational landscape.
The day-long event saw the participation of 200 representatives of the private sector. In his keynote speech, Mr. Khalil spoke about the importance of entrepreneurship and leadership for societal advancement. This was followed by two panel discussions titled ‘Entrepreneurship in a Changing World: Challenges & Opportunities’ and ‘The Role of Technology and Innovation in Modern Business’. The latter panel saw the participation of Mr. Omar Khalifouh, Deputy General Manager of Digital Transformation at Burgan Bank.
Speaking on this occasion, KIPCO’s Group SVP, CorpComms & IR, Ms. Eman Al Awadhi said:
“KIPCO's support of this event reflects its unwavering commitment to enhancing entrepreneurship and driving economic development in line with its vision, which places innovation and sustainability at the core of its strategy. We firmly believe that education is the bedrock of entrepreneurship. By equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge they need, we empower them to turn their ideas into successful ventures. This is crucial for building a more advanced and impactful business ecosystem in Kuwait and the region.”
