# Seif Bahgat

Investment Manager & Director of Strategic Partnerships · Sanad Partners

Page: https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/speakers/seif-bahgat

I bring over a decade of experience spanning venture capital, startup acceleration, media, and strategic partnerships with a focus on building founder-first platforms and driving meaningful innovation across the MENA region.
Starting in digital media and marketing, I co-founded a creative agency that served clients like Giza Systems and Maker Faire Cairo, before transitioning into the entrepreneurship ecosystem. I spent five years at Flat6Labs, leading startup scouting, program design, and ecosystem partnerships. During that time, I reviewed 1,000 startups and helped design national initiatives in sectors like GovTech, AgriTech, and ConTech.
As General Manager of Lantern Ventures, I oversaw operations, investments, and strategic growth helping the studio evolve from a startup builder into an impact-driven venture platform. Following a merger, I now serve as Chief Strategic Partnerships Officer, where I lead external collaborations and drive regional expansion.
Today, I’m focused on deepening my impact in strategic partnerships and venture support with a long-term vision of helping shape founder-first platforms, expand regional collaboration, and contribute to sustainable growth across the MENA ecosystem.
Let’s connect if you're working on something ambitious in the venture or innovation space.

## Sessions at Techne Summit 2026

- [Building In The Era of AI: What Startups Will Actually Win in the Next Five Years?](https://techne-summit-concept.pages.dev/agenda/building-in-the-era-of-ai-what-startups-will-actually-win-in-the-next.md): Sun 27 Sept, 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm, Ghurnata - Terrace Stage, Cairo