ODESHI 010 - How A Former Engineer is Leading The Entrepreneurial Revolution in Egypt with Mazen Helmy

  Mazen Helmy, is the managing director and co-founder of “The District” in Egypt, the country’s first co-working space launched during the Egyptian revolution.The District provides an inspiring workspace (approximately 1000 square meters) for entrepreneurs and freelancers. Forbes magazine recently dubbed him as one of the young entrepreneurs to watch in Africa. Although, Mazen is an engineer by trade, and a professional swimmer who was on the Egyptian national swim team, his passion and vision has led him to speak at various conferences notably TEDx.