Silvio Schembri is Malta’s Minister for the Economy, Enterprise, and Strategic Projects. An economist by background, he has played a key role in advancing Malta’s digital economy and innovation sectors.

George Gregory is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Malta Enterprise, the government’s economic development agency responsible for supporting business growth and investment in Malta.

Partnership and Event Manager, SuperCharger Ventures
Emma is actively promoting and organizing events at SuperCharger Ventures, supporting the networking and growth of the Maltese ecosystem.

Janos Barberis is a prominent figure in the EdTech and FinTech sectors, serving as Co-Founder of SuperCharger Ventures, the world’s largest EdTech-only accelerator. He also founded Founders Taboo, an initiative focused on supporting the mental health of entrepreneurs. He holds the world’s first PhD in FinTech Regulation from the University of Hong Kong.

Philip Lingard is an experienced entrepreneur and strategist with over 20 years in edtech, investment migration, and innovation. Based in Malta for 18 years, he has contributed to aviation, tourism, and investment sectors. An INSEAD MBA graduate, Philip is Managing Partner for Strategy at CiviQuo, focusing on blockchain and SaaS solutions. He also founded VIC, advises Corsair Group International on AI in education, and is active in Silicon Valletta. Philip frequently speaks internationally on AI, edtech, and the future of work, making him a key figure in Malta’s innovation scene.

Dr. Gege Gatt is the Maltese CEO and co-founder of EBO.ai, a London-based company specializing in AI-driven customer engagement solutions across sectors like healthcare, finance, and gaming. A digital entrepreneur and IT law specialist, Dr. Gatt is a frequent speaker on AI ethics and digital transformation. In 2024, he was honored with a UK Enterprise Award for his leadership in AI innovation.

Emily Micallef is the CEO of SiGMA Group, a globally recognized platform at the intersection of iGaming, emerging technologies, and digital innovation. Since stepping into the leadership role, she has been a driving force behind SiGMA’s international expansion, successfully launching events and initiatives across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. With a background in operations and strategic planning, Emily has helped shape SiGMA into a hub for industry leaders, startups, and investors. Her vision continues to position the Group as a catalyst for connection, collaboration, and growth across the tech ecosystem

Andrei Linnas is Co‑Founder at both Thought3D and Smart Materials Limited. With a deep focus on advanced materials and additive manufacturing technologies, bridges cutting‑edge research and real‑world applications.His expertise lies in taking early-stage ideas- from concept through development to market-ready products - helping to transform how materials respond to and interact with their environment.

David Sciberras is a prominent Maltese entrepreneur and engineer, best known as the CEO and co-founder of Invent 3D Ltd, a leading company in additive manufacturing and 3D printing solutions. He is also a passionate mentor and advocate for innovation, actively supporting startups and entrepreneurs to foster growth within the tech community. David has been recognized for his significant contributions, including receiving the Bronze Medal for Young Entrepreneur of the Year at the Malta Business Awards.

Jacopo Lai is the Co-Founder at Growy, an AI-driven microlearning platform helping companies engage and upskill their workforce through bite-sized, personalized content. With a strong focus on innovation and user-centric design, Jacopo plays a key role in shaping product strategy and driving growth. Growy was selected as part of Cohort 3 of SuperCharger Ventures.

Amber Gauci Ward is the founder of Energy Atelier, a consultancy dedicated to integrating mental fitness and holistic wellbeing into startup culture. With over 30 years of experience in operations, people, and product development, Amber has spent the past decade focusing on helping leaders embed wellness practices into their daily business operations .

Vladimir Milovanović is the CEO and co-founder of Lupa Technology, a Serbian-American SaaS company revolutionizing construction data management with AI-driven solutions. With over 20 years of experience managing large-scale construction projects across the U.S., Europe, the UK, Middle East, Central Asia, and Africa, Vladimir specializes in contracts, project controls, and dispute resolution. He is a sought-after industry speaker, sharing expertise on AI in construction, data integration, and digital transformation.

Rozina Sidhu Koskela is the founder and CEO of The Garage. The Garage acts as a catalyst for business growth and innovation by helping organizations shift their mindset and tackle real challenges. Rather than simply adopting innovation, The Garage guides companies to use it effectively to solve problems and drive sustainable growth.

Gabriela Tussolini is a passionate advocate for women in tech, Gabriela actively contributes to the startup ecosystem in Malta. She has been instrumental in organizing and speaking at various events, including the Women's Entrepreneurial Bootcamp, where she shares her experiences and insights on navigating the challenges of building and scaling tech products.

Alessandro Di Lullo is CEO of the Digital Education Council (DEC), a global community advancing AI adoption, governance, and sustainable innovation in higher education and workforce development. Co-Founder of SuperCharger Ventures, one of the world’s largest edtech accelerators. Adjunct Faculty at Singapore Management University and Academic Fellow at the University of Hong Kong, specializing in AI governance.

Arif Anis is a bestselling author, leadership expert, and co-founder of One Million Meals, a UK campaign that delivered over a million meals to frontline workers. Honored with an MBE and listed among the UK’s Top 100 Influential People, he is known for his work in leadership, resilience, and social impact across 90+ countries.

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Pier Massa is COO and European Head at Pilot Lite Ventures, where he leads innovation launches for Fortune 100 clients. With 25+ years in executive roles at Virgin, CIBC, and BCG, he specializes in turning complex ideas into market-ready ventures—most notably piloting the diabetes lifestyle platform Thrive365 in the U.S.

Nikola Pavesic is the Director of Startups at Infobip, where he leads the company’s global startup initiatives, including the Infobip Tribe program that supports hundreds of startups and partners with over 100 investors worldwide. Originally trained in international law, Nikola began his career with the United Nations before transitioning into tech and entrepreneurship. He has founded startups in Japan and played a key role in building innovation ecosystems across Europe and Asia. Passionate about emerging technologies and global collaboration.

Founder of Rare Founders, one of London’s most dynamic startup communities, known for shaking up the ecosystem with bold, unconventional events. Since launching in 2023 with a no-budget pub gathering that drew 250 attendees, Rare Founders has grown into a platform hosting over 30 events annually, including London’s Largest Demo Day. With a mission to spotlight overlooked but exceptional founders, the community connects talent with investors and resources in fresh, engaging ways. Also an angel investor, the founder is passionate about supporting innovative ideas that challenge the status quo.

Mark Watkinson is an international banking leader with over 30 years of experience across 11 countries, including Asia, the Middle East, North America, Europe, and Africa. He has served as CEO of major retail and commercial banks in the Philippines, Malta, Bermuda, and Mauritius. With a strong background in commercial banking and deep expertise in change management, risk, and governance, he is a Chartered Director and Fellow of the Institute of Directors (London).

Graziella Grech is the CEO at FinanceMalta, leading strategic initiatives to promote Malta as an international financial centre. With over 25 years of experience in banking and financial services, she focuses on member engagement, global outreach, and innovation across fintech, sustainability, and policy development.

Keith Zammit serves as the Chief Sales Officer at XGENIA, an innovative company leveraging AI to revolutionize casino game development. Under his leadership, XGENIA has transformed the way game studios and developers approach game creation, enabling the production of exclusive-use slot games in minutes instead of months. His expertise in tech-driven sales and strategic partnerships has been pivotal in scaling the company's offerings and fostering client success.

Ranier Chircop is finance professional, currently supporting the management of a €10 million fund at Malta Government Venture Capital Limited. Chircop focuses on financial analysis, investment decisions, and building strong connections between innovative startups and private investors. Committed to innovation and strategic growth, he brings deep expertise in capital markets and venture investment.

Kari Pisani brings extensive expertise in payments, securitisation, e‑money, wealth management, and private banking. As a Non Executive Director at Booming Games, she contributes strategic oversight to support the company’s leadership in next-generation slot and casino software.

Mark Hanley-Browne is Director of Abbey DLD Colleges, overseeing top-tier schools across the UK, and chairs The Team Lab, a boutique consultancy focused on team coaching and business advisory. Mark is also a Venture Partner at Emerge Education and mentors edtech startups through initiatives like Doha's Go Together program, supporting early-stage founders at the intersection of learning and innovation.

Alena Rubešová is a transformational guide blending yoga and meditation, psychotherapy, and ancient wisdom traditions. Trained in Compassionate Inquiry with Dr. Gabor Maté and influenced by shamanic and somatic healing modalities, she creates intuitive spaces for deep emotional integration

Dr. Anish Rakheja is one of India’s most respected conscious leadership coaches, known for his profound insights into personal development and the soul’s journey. His work bridges ancient Eastern philosophy with Western frameworks, empowering leaders worldwide to align with purpose, integrity, and expanded awareness.

lusef Abdel Hafith is an entrepreneur and innovation leader with a diverse international background in technology and education. As Director of Accelerator at SuperCharger Ventures—the world’s largest EdTech-only accelerator—he supports over 100 startups annually in scaling their solutions globally. A former EdTech founder himself, Iusef blends experience in venture capital, engineering, and global startup ecosystems to drive meaningful impact across the education sector.

Irma Bučinskaitė is the CEO and co-founder of Benme, a Vilnius-based SaaS platform that offers personalized employee benefits and supplier management. With over 15 years of experience in employee benefits, remuneration, and HR solutions, she has advised both Lithuanian and international companies on effective personnel strategies.

Nevio Burić is the Co-founder of Daidream, an AI-powered edutainment platform for children. Daidream blends interactive storytelling with STEAM-based learning to create personalized, engaging content that promotes healthy screen time and creativity.

Andrew Paul Ridgway is a co-founder of EverybodyCounts Ltd, an EdTech company dedicated to providing every child worldwide with access to quality early education. Through innovative digital learning tools, Andrew and his team aim to bridge educational gaps and create equal opportunities for children regardless of their socio-economic background or location.

Hannan Moti is the Co-Founder and CEO of iCodejr, the GCC's largest online coding academy for school students. Through iCodejr, he aims to empower the next generation with essential coding and robotics skills. Hannan is also the co-founder of Code Battle, a non-profit initiative that organizes hackathons across the region, providing students with opportunities to showcase and enhance their coding abilities.

Vincent Aliquo is the VP of Engineering at Haiku, Inc., where he leads the development of immersive, game-based cybersecurity training tools. With a background in full-stack development and game design, he drives innovation to help learners build real-world skills and connect with career opportunities in the cybersecurity industry.

Vlad Tregubov is the Chief Business Development Officer and a founding member of OpenCyberAI, a cybersecurity startup focused on simplifying security education and awareness through engaging content and tools. With a background in building and repairing computers from a young age, Vlad developed a passion for technology and aviation. At 16, he moved to London independently, where he pursued higher education while working part-time. Despite initial setbacks in entrepreneurship, he persisted, leading to the establishment of OpenCyberAI, which has gained recognition from Google and achieved breakeven with £150K in pre-seed funding.

Sofia Potapova is the Chief AI Officer and Co-founder of SmallTalk2.me, an AI-powered EdTech platform helping non-native English speakers gain confidence and fluency. She leads the development of its speech analysis and error correction systems, enabling 24/7 practice and accurate proficiency assessments.

Simone Proietti Timperi is the driving force behind Trainect's product ecosystem, where he leads the strategic development of digital wellness solutions grounded in behavioral science. As Chief Product Officer, Simone combines his extensive expertise in UX/UI, interaction design, and AR/VR with a visionary approach to well‑being technology. Since beginning his design career in 2013, he's crafted engaging and effective user experiences that reinforce Trainect's mission to foster healthier, more sustainable workplace cultures.

Samy Tessier is the Co-Founder and CEO of Tiny, an innovative EdTech company focused on revolutionizing STEM education. At Tiny, he leads the development of the Tinyfarm, a programmable indoor farming system that enables students to experiment with environmental variables like temperature, CO₂ levels, and light wavelengths, fostering hands-on learning in biology, sustainability, and coding. Tiny's mission is to bridge the gap between theoretical science education and real-world applications.

Shadi Alhakimi is the founder and CEO of Taaly, an innovative platform designed to help newcomers in the Netherlands overcome language barriers through real-time video chats with native Dutch speakers. Recognizing that mastering the local language is key to integration, Shadi created Taaly to provide accessible, flexible, and personalized language coaching.

Karim Trabelsi is the CEO and co-founder of Edidact an EdTech startup that offers an innovative, game-based online learning platform for children aged 4 to 15. Established in 2020, Edidact provides over 6,000 interactive exercises across various subjects, including mathematics, languages, and sciences. The platform utilizes artificial intelligence to personalize learning paths, enabling students to progress at their own pace while receiving real-time feedback and support

Marc Steren is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of University Startups, a SaaS platform helping underserved students access higher education and career pathways. A successful entrepreneur and educator, Marc has led ventures backed by high-profile investors and taught entrepreneurship at top institutions including Georgetown and the University of Maryland. His students have launched companies valued at over $600M.

Nikita Savilov is the Co‑Founder and CEO of Verbatica, a rapidly scaling AI-powered EdTech startup based in the UAE. With over a decade of experience- including leadership roles at Skyeng - he drives the development of innovative language-learning solutions that immerse users in both English and Arabic, blending adaptive AI and cultural context.

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