# Gaming Cafes & Franchise Models: From Local Spot to Scalable Business

- Event: Techne Summit Alexandria 2026
- When: Sunday, 4 October 2026, 8:00 pm – 8:45 pm (Cairo time, GMT+3)
- Where: Small Theater, Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria
- Track: Gaming
- Page: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/gaming-cafes-and-franchise-models-from-local-spot-to-scalable-business
- Calendar: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/gaming-cafes-and-franchise-models-from-local-spot-to-scalable-business.ics

Gaming cafes have long been the heartbeat of Egypt's gaming culture — but can they evolve into real franchise businesses? This panel explores the business side of gaming cafes: from operations, location strategy, and customer experience to franchising models, investment requirements, and regional expansion. Whether you're an owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, this session breaks down what it takes to turn a gaming cafe into a scalable brand.

## Speakers

- [Ehab Gharib](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/ehab-gharib.md), CEO, Sia-Space (Moderator)
- [Ahmed Mosaad](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/ahmed-mosaad.md), Co-founder, CyberX
- [Youssef Alaa](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/youssef-alaa.md), Co founder, NEO Gamerz
- Ahmed Abdelaal, CEO, Founder of 3BL Esports
- [Mohamed Fayez](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/mohamed-fayez.md), Business Development Manager and F&B Brand Creator, EgyMap