Zeineb Messaoud

Transformation Advocate | Community Enabler| jury | mentor | IVLP Alumna 🌍

Tunis, Tunisia

About

Dynamic and results-oriented Executive Director with over 15 years of proven experience in digital innovation, SME and startup ecosystem development, and strategic leadership. Adept at driving digital transformation initiatives, fostering entrepreneurial talent, and building strong partnerships across public and private sectors. Committed to leveraging expertise in project management to contribute to the growth and success of forward-thinking organizations. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, with a Master's degree in International Business.

Experience

  • Directrice de la communauté at AfriLabs
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

    Developing and animating the largest community of innovation hubs in Africa

  • Independent Consultant — Innovation Strategy & Access to Finance at Self-employed
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

    Designed a national innovation strategy roadmap with execution plan, governance model, and KPIs. Structured a donor-funded access-to-finance component for women-led/innovative ventures (ToRs, partner coordination, M&E, pipeline design).

  • SXSW Pitch Advisory Board Member at SXSW
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

    Contribute as a key member of the advisory board, evaluating groundbreaking technologies and enhancing the visibility and funding success rate of innovators on a global stage.

  • Board Member at TunisianStartups
    Sep 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Member of the FLYWHEEL selection committee at Startup Tunisia ✨
    Sep 2022 - Present · 3 yrs 9 mos

    Play a pivotal role in selecting startups support organizations for DEAL and SAIL grants, contributing to the launch and growth of innovative startups within the Tunisian ecosystem.