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Zawya
11 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
Career 180 goes Global: Launching the First Europe Career Summit 2025 in Malta following its success in Egypt and Saudi Arabia
Cairo – In a strategic step reflecting its transformation from a regional platform into a global player in career development, Career 180, the leading EdTech and Recruitment platform in the Middle East and North Africa, announced the launch of the first Europe Career Summit 2025, held at the prestigious Presidential Verdala Palace in Malta, in collaboration with SuperCharger Ventures, and in parallel with FESTA Week celebrations. The summit was launched in partnership with key Maltese institutions including the Directorate for Digital Literacy and Transversal Skills at the Ministry for Education, the American University of Malta, and Malta Enterprise and MOUNT Communication served as the official PR & Communication Partner for the event. This European edition marks a significant milestone in Career 180's expansion journey, building on the platform's proven track record in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. In Egypt, Career 180 has delivered impactful learning and employment initiatives, most notably through the Egypt Career Summit, the largest career development event in the region. In Saudi Arabia, the company successfully extended its operations, offering tailored training programs and recruitment solutions aligned with the needs of the Gulf market. The Europe Career Summit in Malta represents Career 180's first European leap, setting the stage for broader engagement across European markets. As part of its broader mission to bridge markets, Career 180 aims through this event to ]attract European freelance clients, ultimately creating more remote and freelance employment opportunities for highly skilled Egyptian and Arab talent and connecting them with a European labor market thriving for digital and technical skills. On the occasion, Shrouk Alaa Eldin, Co-founder and CEO of Career 180, said: "The Europe Career Summit represents a true embodiment of our vision to build a global employment network that empowers youth and connects them with job markets that value their skills. We implemented a proven model combining interactive exhibitions, practical workshops, inspiring discussions with industry leaders, and university-to-employer networking platforms and all powered by data-driven content that responds to market demands and youth ambitions across both Europe and the MENA region." She added: "The summit's content was carefully curated to address the evolving needs of the European labor market, with a focus on key emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and esports, all of which require future-ready skills and adaptability. At a time when 60% of companies in our region struggle to find qualified talent, and nearly 25% of youth remain unemployed, we see this as a critical gap that must be bridged through sustained cross-market collaboration.' The event welcomed a distinguished lineup of speakers and experts, including Neil Attard, Director of Digital Literacy and Transversal Skills at the Ministry for Education, Michelle Vassallo Pulis, Senior Manager, People & Purpose at Deloitte, Chris Cachia, Co-Founder of Bloxx Bureau, Kersten Chircop, Business Development Director at GMR, Francis Ghersci, Head of Creative at Stargate Studios Malta and Neity Maddock, Investment Promotion & Trade Delegation Specialist. Founded in 2017, Career 180 was established with a mission to empower youth through high-quality practical training and digital employment services. The platform utilizes a Learning Management System (LMS) powered by SaaS technology, offering over 300 recorded courses led by top industry experts. To date, it has reached more than one million learners and is currently working toward connecting 50,000 youth with decent job opportunities. Bridging the gap between education and employment remains a core priority for Career 180, achieved through data-driven training content and accessible digital tools. In this context, Europe Career Summit 2025 stands as the first step in Career 180's global expansion roadmap, designed to export its proven model to new markets and enhance the visibility of Arab talent in the global workforce. This move aligns seamlessly with Egypt Vision 2030, which champions a knowledge-based economy, youth empowerment, and innovation. The company plans to launch new editions of the summit in other European countries in the coming year, in collaboration with leading international institutions. About Career 180: Career 180 is a leading EdTech platform dedicated to career development and economic empowerment across the EMEA region. With a strong focus on bridging the skills gap, Career 180 offers comprehensive training programs designed to equip youth with the critical capabilities needed for today's competitive job market. The platform operates one of the region's largest SaaS-based LMS solutions, featuring over 300 recorded courses across various industries and serving more than 300,000 users. Since its founding in 2017, Career 180 has launched and led multiple initiatives to align emerging talent with labor market needs, connect skilled professionals with job opportunities, and support entrepreneurs through targeted training and mentorship. Career 180 was recognized as one of Africa's Top Startups by HolonIQ in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Wamda
07-05-2025
- Business
- Wamda
Career 180 launches Saudi operations backed by VMS partnership, fresh funding
Egypt-based edtech platform Career 180 has secured a six-figure investment from US-based Den VC and announced its expansion into Saudi Arabia, supported by Value Makers Studio (VMS). Founded in 2017 by Shrouk Alaa El Din and Mohamed Akmal Career 180 offers practical skills training and job-matching services through a SaaS-based LMS, targeting over 1 million learners and aiming to place 50,000 new beneficiaries in the workforce, with a focus on unemployed youth. The funding will enable the company to scale its Learning Management System (LMS), localise its content in Arabic, and expand operations across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Malta. Press release: Career 180, one of the MEA region's leading EdTech platforms, has announced a new Six-Figure investment from Den VC, reinforcing its position as a frontrunner in career development and education technology. The investment from Den VC will fuel the company's expansion into Oman, Malta and Saudi Arabia, where it will focus on scaling its LMS product, localising its course content into Arabic for greater reach, and expanding market presence. Career 180 aims to qualify over 1 million individuals and plans to hire 50,000 new beneficiaries, specifically targeting those not currently employed, building on the success of those already hired through the platform. "Building Career 180 has been more than just a business for me; it's been a mission. I truly believe that every young person deserves to find their path and succeed, no matter where they start. With the support of our amazing partners and the recent investment, we're ready to take our work to new places. Expanding into Saudi Arabia and other regions means we can do even more to help young people shape their careers and become the next generation of confident, empowered professionals. It's not just about growing a company; it's about creating lasting impact." Said Shrouk Alaa, Co-founder, Career 180 As part of its regional growth, Career 180 is expanding to the Saudi market with the support of VMS, a venture studio that empowers entrepreneurs and global startups to scale in the MENA region. With VMS's local expertise and network, Career 180 is set to deepen its impact in Saudi Arabia, with a strong focus on youth employment and talent development. Career 180 has earned recognition as one of the top EdTech startups by HolonIQ in 2022, 2023, and 2024. and has collaborated with organisations such as the International Labour Organization (ILO), GIZ, Coca-Cola HBC Egypt, and Plan International. Its founder, Shrouk Alaa El Din, was named among the Top 50 Female Entrepreneurs in Africa by the IFC and the Embassy of the Netherlands, highlighting the company's commitment to gender inclusion and youth empowerment. "At VMS, we believe startups need more than just funding to succeed—they need local guidance, supportive networks, and specialised services that help them quickly adapt to new markets. Through our soft-landing services, we work side-by-side with startups to accelerate their entry into the Saudi market and overcome operational and commercial challenges.' Said Moataz Abuonq, CEO, VMS With fresh capital and strategic partners, Career 180 is poised for its next chapter, continuing to transform career development across the EMEA region through innovation, localisation, and meaningful partnerships.
