Mindsalike Network

OUR STORY

Since 2016

Mindsalike Network was founded by Mahamad El Tanahy in 2016. As an entrepreneur himself, he knew firsthand the challenges of running a business. He also knew that other entrepreneurs were likely facing similar obstacles and wanted to create a space where they could connect, share ideas, find opportunities to collaborate and have some fun in a casual and informal setting.

What started out as a network between friends who owned businesses, became Mindsalike Network with a bustling community of 3,000+ like minded entrepreneurs and investors who all believe they can make an impact. The goal was to create a nurturing environment where entrepreneurs could not only get help but also feel understood by others who had walked a similar path. Ultimately building a platform where entrepreneurs could build meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. Today, Mindsalike Network is a vibrant and welcoming space for entrepreneurs who want to collaborate, innovate, and succeed.

MINDSALIKE THROUGH THEIR EYES

Mindsalike is all about our members, and no-one represents this better than Hany Sonbaty, the Founder & Managing Partner of Sawari Ventures and co-founder of Flat6Labs. As a trailblazer in the Egyptian startup ecosystem, having founded Flat6Labs just after the Arab Rising and now raised over $75 million for Sawari Ventures, listen in to Hany Sonbaty and his view on Mindsalike.

We bring only the best of the best to Mindsalike, and look no further than Tamer Azer, partner at Shorooq Partners - one of the leading and most active venture capitalists based out of Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates. As an early face to the startup ecosystem in Egypt, find out what Tamer thinks of Mindsalike, where are we are what he’d like us to help grow.

HOW WE STARTED

In 2016, Mindsalike held its first ever event, back when we still didn't have a name yet! Our founder gathered together 30 of his closest friends and fellow entrepreneurs for an intimate evening of conversation and connection. The vibe was super cozy - just a bunch of friendly faces coming together to talk about work, share ideas, and build real relationships.

There was no agenda, no pressure, just a warm and welcoming space to meet new people and have some fun. And that's still a core value of Mindsalike today: we believe that building a strong network is about more than just business - it's about fostering genuine connections in a cozy and inviting atmosphere.