CONNECT
Build Relationships
A whole day to build a circle with real connections: mentors, partners, investors, and a simple plan to keep each relationship growing.
- Meet mentors & partners
- Connect with investors
- Grow your network
Join the biggest networking event in Morocco
One Place. Real Connections. Real Deals.
We create the environment. You make the business.
The Bridge – Networking Day
17 OCTOBER 2026
CASABLANCA • LE CARRÉ D'OR
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–days––hours––min––sec PROFESSIONAL NETWORKERS
SERIOUS INVESTORS
+50 SECTORS
+100 STARTUPS
17 OCTOBER 2026 • CASABLANCA
LIMITED PLACES
2026 SIGN UP IS OPEN
ONE PLACE. REAL NETWORK. MAKE DEALS.
PROFESSIONAL NETWORKERS
SERIOUS INVESTORS
+50 SECTORS
+100 STARTUPS
17 OCTOBER 2026 • CASABLANCA
LIMITED PLACES
2026 SIGN UP IS OPEN
ONE PLACE. REAL NETWORK. MAKE DEALS.
Key Features
Immersive formats: Swap, SpeedNetworking
Inspiring talks & success stories
Targeted meetings with the complete ecosystem
Exclusive access to The Bridge community
17 October 2026 • CASABLANCA
Date
LE CARRÉ D'OR
Location
08:30 – 20:00
Time
Limited
Places
October 17, hour by hour
12 hours of useful contact,
without a dead minute.
Morning — talks & panels
- 08:30
Welcome & Check-inNetworking
Coffee reception & badge collection
- 09:30
The Bridge 2026 Opening CeremonyCeremony
Opening show, welcome address & guests of honour
Imad Kotbi
Founder of Mello · The official moderator of The Bridge 2026
- 10:15
The Future of Industrial AIKeynote
Unleashing the Power of AI
Salim Chemlal, Ph.D.
International Industrial AI Expert
- 10:30
Industry 4.0 & BeyondPanel
Revolutionizing the Manufacturing Landscape
Samir Benmakhlouf
Former CEO of Microsoft Morocco & Founder of London Academy
Rachid Hemmouda
CEO of Atlas Marketplace
Sophia Alj
Co-Founder & COO of Chari
Patrice TENE
Head of Group Digital & AI Business Transformation at Equatorial Coca-Cola
Moderated by
Mohamed Kamal Benamrhar
CEO of S4U
- 11:10
The Fintech RevolutionKeynote
Redefining Finance & Digital Banking
Ismael Belkhayat
CEO & Co-Founder of Chari
Disclaimer: This is not the final program. The schedule and panelist lineup may change, so please check the website regularly for the latest updates.
BUSINESSMEN & BUSINESSWOMEN
NETWORKING INTERACTIONS
SECTORS
STARTUPS
Swap Speed Networking
Discover how our unique swap networking methodology transforms traditional networking into meaningful, strategic business partnerships.
THE BRIDGEin 3 points
Connections • Impact • Results
SHOWCASE
Create Opportunities
Show what you're building and ask for what you need. Pitch in the right Place, and get direct feedback from buyers, partners, and investors.
- Pitch your startup or project
- Get direct feedback
- Demo on the spot
CLOSE
Make Deals
Turn conversations into concrete results. Secure partnerships, confirm pilot projects, and walk away with clear agreements and next steps.
- Confirm partnerships
- Secure pilot projects
- Walk away with clarity
Sectors Represented
Meet entrepreneurs, investors and experts from all key innovation sectors
A selection of testimonials for you
A vision focusedon tomorrow's entrepreneurship.
Founder's Message
“Transforming Morocco's entrepreneurial ecosystem by building bridges between Projects and Investments.”
ABDERRAZAK YOUSFI
Co-Founder • THE BRIDGE
