Join us November 25–27, 2025, as ICSB brings together global leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers for a groundbreaking international experience focused on unleashing innovation to empower MSMEs for a dynamic future.
Hosted in the heart of Cairo, Innovation Unleashed is ICSB’s flagship global gathering and ICSB’s 70th anniversary celebration. This immersive, multi-track experience explores how micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) can lead the way in navigating global shifts, digital transformation, and inclusive economic development.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, policymaker, researcher, student, or CEO, this event is your platform to connect, learn, and shape the future of business.
A global summit spotlighting research, innovation, and impact for MSMEs.
An immersive learning lab for next-generation entrepreneurs.
Redefining leadership with purpose, collaboration, and global perspective.
Where startups meet scale, and innovation meets opportunity.
Global policymakers and experts shaping the future of small business.
Unwind and connect over pizza with ICSB Academy attendees. A casual welcome event at AUC before sessions begin.
Sessions designed for students and early-stage scholars to engage with global experts at AUC.
Concurrent academic and practitioner sessions across topics in entrepreneurship and MSME innovation.
Internal session for ICSB board members (closed meeting).
An academic workshop for doctoral students at AUC, featuring mentoring and peer feedback.
Private dinner for ICSB Board members. Location TBA.
Gather in the foyer to check in and connect with fellow attendees over morning refreshments.
Welcome remarks from global leaders in entrepreneurship. Celebrate the start of the 70th ICSB World Congress at the Hotel’s main hall.
Enjoy lunch and conversation in the main restaurant.
Continued academic development sessions for students and young researchers. Leads: Emmanuel / Hisham.
Senior policymakers and thought leaders discuss MSME-related policy directions. Leads: Winslow & KiChan.
Empowering entrepreneurial women in a dedicated forum of insight and collaboration. Lead: Camille Burns.
Latest research on entrepreneurship, sustainability, and innovation. Lead: Katia.
Academy participants pitch their ideas before a panel of experts in the main hall.
Explore MSME ecosystem innovations in a live marketplace setting. Lead: Rico Baldegger.
Enjoy an evening boat cruise and celebration on the River Nile.
Breakout sessions at the Ministry of Planning.
Hosted by the National Council for Women in Egypt.
Explore Cairo’s entrepreneurship ecosystem through curated field visits.
Hands-on tours and insights from MSME market leaders across Egypt.
Academy participants engage directly with ecosystem stakeholders.
Celebrate ICSB’s 70th anniversary in a stunning setting: the Grand Egyptian Museum or near the Pyramids.
Seventy-first President of the Economic and Social Council Ambassador Oh Joon
ICSB
Economic Advisor to the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Ex-Minister of Investment & International Cooperation
Egypt Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center
Board Member, ICSB
SKSEED
ICSB’s global initiative empowering MSMEs through collaboration, creativity, and bold new ideas. Together, we’re shaping resilient, human-centered economies—one innovation at a time.
© 2025 International Council for Small Business (ICSB)
All rights reserved.
