Most schools do not have an innovation problem. They have a selection, measurement, and stopping problem.
Initiatives are launched with energy, then quietly abandoned when the champion leaves, when nobody agreed on a success measure, or when stopping them feels like admitting failure. The result is an innovation graveyard: real effort, real budget, and no provable outcome.
Every attendee leaves with two practical cards — a Birth Certificate to sign before anything launches, and a Death Certificate to sign when something stops.
Speaker Sessions
EdTech In Action
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The Innovation Graveyard: Why Great School Ideas Die — and How to Build What Survives
Session Summary:
Maged Harby is a seasoned business leader, investor, and venture builder with over 18 years of experience shaping the startup ecosystem in the MENA region. He is the General Partner of Value Makers Studio (VMS), a venture studio that partners with startups to drive growth, product development, and real market traction. Maged also helps and supports in fostering innovation and guiding startups through every phase of growth. During his tenure at EdVentures, he worked closely with founders to help them scale businesses, secure investments, and achieve sustainable growth. His dedication to empowering entrepreneurs and creating long-term value has made a significant impact on the region.
