AABS 2025 Connect Conference and 20th Anniversary Celebration
Overview
This year’s AABS 2025 Connect Conference & 20th Anniversary Celebration commemorates Africa’s transformative role in shaping the future of global business education. Under the theme "From Africa to the World: Showcasing African Excellence", we unpack the relevance of African excellence for the world by highlighting the profound influence of African-based innovation, the enduring legacy of success within the African institutions, and the pivotal contributions of the African business schools to the global community. Key areas of focus will include:
Knowledge Transfer and Innovation: African Solutions for a Changing World
Celebrating Africa as a hub of transformative ideas, this session will explore how African business schools are fostering innovation to address both local and global challenges. As the global landscape evolves, discussions will focus on how these institutions are adapting to remain competitive, relevant, and impactful.
A Legacy of Success
Reflecting on two decades of AABS, the conference honor the remarkable achievements of African business schools, alumni, and leaders who have shaped industries, influenced policy, and driven economic growth across the continent and beyond.
Impact Beyond the Classroom
The conference will examine the tangible influence of African business education on society, including its role in cultivating ethical leadership, fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems, and driving sustainable development.
Research as a Catalyst for Global Impact
Highlighting the critical role of research in shaping policies and practices, the conference will explore how African business schools are driving evidence-based decision-making, generating original knowledge, and contributing to global discussions on key business, social, and environmental challenges.
Through this theme, the AABS Connect Conference invites participants to celebrate the rich tapestry of African excellence, collaborate on bold initiatives, and envision a future where the contributions of African business schools continue to inspire and drive global progress.
Host
Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo (AUC)
Logistics
Accommodation
The AABS team has secured preferential hotel rates. Each delegate is responsible for making their own hotel reservation. Please note that special room blocks are based on availability at discounted rates until March 1st, 2025.
The recommended AABS 2025 Connect Conference & 20th Anniversary Celebration hotels are:
Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar Khayyam Casino
- Guest Room (Bed & Breakfast): $170 per night
- To book your room at the AABS discounted rate, please use the following link:
- Please note that these special rates are available for a limited time and are subject to availability, with the final booking deadline set for April 1, 2025.
The President Hotel Zamalek
- Single Room (Bed & Breakfast): $100 per night
- Double Room (Bed & Breakfast): $120 per night
- To book your room at the AABS discounted rate, please follow these steps:
- 1️⃣ Send an email to bookings@thepresidentcairo.com.
- 2️⃣ Use "AABSCC25" in the subject line.
- 3️⃣ Need a double room? Request it in your email.
- Please note that these special rates are available for a limited time and are subject to availability, with the final booking deadline set for May 14, 2025.
Visa Information
- North American and European citizens, (excluding Canadians) Australians can get a tourist visa upon their arrival at Cairo International Airport valid for one month for $25. Yet it is advisable to apply for an entry visa from your home country.
- You must have a valid passport for six months beyond your arrival date. If not, then you need to renew your passport at least three months before your departure date to avoid any unforeseen delays.
- Citizens from the following countries have to obtain a visa prior to their arrival: Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Canada, Chechnya, Croatia, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Macau, Macedonia, Malaysia, Moldavia, Montenegro, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, The Philippines, Russia, Serbia, Slovenia, Sri Lanka, Tadzhikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan and all African countries.
- Before coming to Egypt, it is important to check with the Egyptian consulate or embassy in your country about changing visa regulations.
Sponsorship
- At AABS, we offer flexible sponsorship options designed to meet various goals and budgets. Sponsors can choose from three tiers, each providing a range of benefits to maximize visibility and engagement with our network. Additionally, we offer over 20+ add-ons to further tailor your sponsorship experience, allowing for customized branding opportunities, speaking slots, and enhanced networking access to ensure your brand stands out and achieves its objectives. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact us at communication@aabschools.com
To book your room at the AABS discounted rate, please use the following link:
Speakers
Agenda
Saturday
8h00 to 16h30
Pre-Connect Conference Networking Activities around Cairo
Including touristic activities, details to be posted soon
Sunday
HOSTED BY Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo
8h00
Transfer from conference hotels to the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo
9h00 – 9h15
Registrations and Refreshments
9h20 – 9h45
Opening Remarks
9h25 – 9h45
Welcome Note
9h45 – 10h30
Keynote Address
10h30 – 11h30
Panel Session
11h30 – 12h00
Networking Break
12h00 – 12h45
Session 1
12h45 – 13h30
Session 2
13h30 – 13h45
Group Picture
13h45 – 14h30
Lunch
14h30 – 15h30
Session 3
15h30 – 16h00
Session 4
16h00 – 16h15
Overview of First Day
16h30
Transfer from the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo back to the conference hotels.
17h30
Free evening for participants
Monday
HOSTED BY Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo
8h00
Transfer from conference hotels to the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo
9h00 – 9h15
Registrations and Refreshments
9h20 – 10h00
TBD
10h00 – 11h00
Session 5
11h00 – 11h15
Networking Break
11h15 – 11h45
The Way Forward: Key Takeaways
11h45– 12h10
Farewell Note
12h10 – 12h15
Closing Remarks
12h15 – 13h00
Networking Lunch
13h15
Transfer for Non AABS Members from the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo back to the conference hotels
13h15 – 15h30
AABS Annual General Meeting (Closed for AABS member schools only)
15h30
Transfer for AABS Members from the Onsi Sawiris School of Business at The American University in Cairo back to the conference hotels
18h30
Transfer from conference hotels to Networking Dinner
21h30 – 22h00
Transfer from the Networking Dinner back to the conference hotels
Tuesday
9h00 – 16h00
AABS Day: 20th Anniversary Celebration
Including touristic activities, details to be posted soon
Registration Prices
Registration Prices:
EARLY BIRD Prices until Monday, April 14th, 2025:
*All Prices Excluding PayPal fees
The EGP payment option for local schools covers attendance for the AABS 2025 Connect Conference on May 25–26, 2025, along with the conference networking dinner. This payment does not include the additional activities scheduled for May 24 and 27, such as the Pyramid Tour and the AABS Day: 20th Anniversary Celebration.
Participants who wish to join these activities must make a separate payment in USD. To gain full access to all four days of the event, including the tour and museum visit, payment must be made in USD, in line with the standard registration process.
Regular Prices from Tuesday, April 15th, 2025:
*All Prices Excluding PayPal fees
Sponsors
How to become a sponsor
At AABS, we offer flexible sponsorship options designed to meet various goals and budgets. Sponsors can choose from three tiers, each providing a range of benefits to maximize visibility and engagement with our network. Additionally, we offer over 20+ add-ons to further tailor your sponsorship experience, allowing for customized branding opportunities, speaking slots, and enhanced networking access to ensure your brand stands out and achieves its objectives.
If you are interested or have any questions, please contact us at communication@aabschools.com