With Wael Al Masri CEO at Innaton Technologies

Synopsis:

Join Wael Masri as he shares the unfiltered realities of building something new in the world of entrepreneurship and innovation. Drawing from his personal journey - from being a student at the University of Cyprus to founding startups and leading innovative projects - Wael will delve into the diverse challenges, setbacks, and valuable lessons learned along the way.

This lecture aims to provide students with genuine insights into the multifaceted nature of starting and growing projects in today's fast-paced environment. Wael will offer practical advice on leveraging modern technologies and strategies to accelerate innovation and effectively address the myriad challenges entrepreneurs face. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of what it truly takes to build something new, beyond the glamour often associated with entrepreneurship.

C4E 101: Series of Lectures in Innovation and Entrepreneurship - Fall 2024-2025

The Speaker:

Wael Masri is a passionate technologist with a rich background in software engineering, cybersecurity, and entrepreneurship. A former student of the University of Cyprus, Wael has built a dynamic career that spans multiple industries and continents. He has founded and contributed to several startups and innovative projects, including BlueBots—a no-code chatbot platform—and Soiltron, where he invented groundbreaking renewable energy technology.

His ventures have earned him recognition such as winning the NASA SpaceApps Challenge and receiving the Presidential Award for Best Innovation. Wael has shared his insights at prestigious events like WebSummit, TEDx, and Huawei Tech4Good, inspiring audiences numbering in the hundreds of thousands through in-person talks and global media coverage on outlets like BBC, CNN, and Euronews. He has also been featured on multiple television channels across Cyprus and Greece.

Committed to solving complex problems and sharing his knowledge, Wael continues to build and innovate, staying at the forefront of technological advancements. Fluent in multiple languages and skilled across a spectrum of technologies, he actively mentors aspiring entrepreneurs and contributes to the global tech community. His work reflects a deep understanding of how modern tools and evolving technologies can be harnessed to drive innovation and effective problem-solving.

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Wednesday October 9^th, 2024