About us

KHASB Conference... Together We Create Change

KHASB is a sustainable platform for economic projects in Syria, aiming to build bridges of communication and twinning, connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and experts both inside and outside the country while enabling constructive strategic partnerships. This is achieved through periodic conferences, with the first one being held simultaneously in Damascus and virtually online.

The first edition of the KHASB Conference (Steps for Growth & Development) will provide entrepreneurs an opportunity to present startups seeking funding or expertise. It includes lectures and panel discussions to open new horizons in both Syria's investment environment and small project financing opportunities, leading to workshops. Given the importance of rebuilding the state and political system, and the Syrian people's need for urgent relief, the conference aspires to be a parallel movement focusing on the economic aspect of redevelopment, ensuring its outcomes have a direct impact on Syrian society.

Conference Tracks

We bring together an exceptional group of inspiring leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and specialized experts who share our passion for driving innovation and economic development.

Investment Environment

Investment Environment Rebuilding the investment environment is crucial for attracting local and international investments. We aim to blend perspectives and listen to investors' and entrepreneurs' needs to establish practical steps that enhance legal stability, governance, property guarantees, transparency, investment freedom, competitiveness, and economic stability.

Small Project Financing

Small projects are the cornerstone of economic development and innovation enhancement. We aim to explore flexible and sustainable financing mechanisms supporting entrepreneurs through diverse funding sources, encouraging venture capital, supporting business incubators, and simplifying access to capital to ensure sustainable growth and broader opportunities for success.

Scientific and Research Development

We aim to enhance scientific research and technological development by empowering academic institutions, supporting research centers, and stimulating partnerships and twinning between public and private sectors and academic researchers across various scientific sectors both inside and outside the country, contributing to building a knowledge and innovation-based economy.

Sectors

We come together in specialised sectors to exchange expertise and build fruitful partnerships that support Syria's economic future.

Technology & Communications

Connect with technology leaders and help explore and bring in the latest available investment projects.

Healthcare

Engage in discussions with healthcare experts and explore investment opportunities in this vital sector.

Housing & Construction

Discover the latest opportunities in affordable housing and reconstruction for building Syria.

Education & Training

Participate in skill development opportunities and exchange expertise in education and training.

Energy & Environment

Learn from past experiences and participate in upcoming projects in energy sectors within a promising market.

Tourism

Benefit from a diverse and untapped sector that's considered one of Syria's most promising sectors.

Agriculture

Learn about modern techniques and share your expertise with specialists in agricultural development and investment.

Arts

Discover the role of arts in economic development and job creation.

Trade

Discover export opportunities and participate in direct meetings with potential trade partners.

Our Aspirations

KHASB brings together an exceptional group of inspiring leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and specialized experts who are driving the journey of innovation and economic development.

Building Communication Bridges and Twinning

Connecting Syrians inside the country with Syrian communities abroad through a sustainable platform enabling networking, opinion exchange, enhanced cooperation, and interaction within constructive working groups to support joint projects in each sector and specialty.

Attracting Entrepreneurs

Particularly Syrians, and Arabs and expatriates in general, to expand their businesses into Syrian branches, bringing their expertise to launch new projects that attract investors, create job opportunities for experts inside the country, and stimulate the return of skilled professionals from abroad.

Mobilizing Syrian Communities

We organize, empower, and engage the Syrian diaspora through targeted outreach and lobbying efforts aimed at increasing their influence within their countries of residence, in support of initiatives that contribute to Syria’s economic recovery.

Organising Team

A group of experienced young professionals and Syrian entrepreneurs from both inside and outside the country, dedicated to leveraging their expertise and networks towards contributing to Syria's development.

Abdul Jalil Jizawi

London, United Kingdom

Co-founder - CEO at Adberries, Certified Experience Architect, brings 15+ years of expertise in crafting user-focused digital experiences.

Husam Abboud

São Paulo, Brazil

Majd Qat Abaci

Istanbul, Türkiye

A professional with 20 years of experience in marketing, brand development, international trade, tourism, and medical tourism across Europe and the Middle East. Has a proven track record in building strategic and effective relationships and achieving sustainable growth.

Abdullah Al Zoubi

Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia

Certified Project Manager and Consultant specializing in Risk Management, Business Development, Digital Transformation, and Management Information Systems.

Farouk Nashar

Montpellier, France

A communications specialist with expertise in strategic messaging, media relations, advocacy, and digital storytelling to drive change in the non-profit sector.

Nasma Aljizawi

London, United Kingdom

Holds a Master's degree in Digital Storytelling and specialises in marketing and filmmaking. Her expertise spans photography, creative storytelling, and strategic planning, with a focus on effectively delivering messages through the fusion of art and analytical vision.

Yamen Moghrabi

Strasbourg, France

Syrian writer, journalist, and film director who writes for several Arab publications. Author of a short story collection (The Narrator and The Stranger - 2025) and director of multiple short films.

Dr. Nael Hariri

Paris, France

Political writer and researcher, Internal Medicine physician, interested in activating civil society's role in political change.

Karim Süleyman

Berlin, Germany

Political activist, Syrian journalist, working in Internal Materials and Services Management at a German government institution.

Rami Husami

Kazan, Russia

Lead Developer at MetisL2, focusing on Ethereum network scaling and decentralized identity systems. Award recipient in Information Security and Blockchain Technology.

Mutaz Bellah Hakmi

Homs, Syria

Founder of big freeware provider website "Mutaz.net", Skilled in Web Development

Khaled Sadeddin

Doha, Qatar

Strategic consultant and startup mentor with 30 years of experience in North America and the Middle East. Khaled has established numerous business incubators, including the first private incubator in Jordan, and led entrepreneurship programs at Oasis 500 and Qatar Development Bank.

Deiaa Dughmoch

São Paulo, Brazil

Master's degree in Law, businessman, and political activist who has worked on projects and activities related to the Syrian revolution. Editor-in-Chief of 'Ana Press' agency and 'Voice of Damascus' radio for 8 years.

Sherry Al-Hayek

Damascus, Syria

Architecture graduate from America, writer and graphic designer. Award recipient in communications and campaign management.

Hani reda Aldrsani

São Paulo, Brazil

Syrian media professional and journalist, specialized in economic media, working with prominent Arab news channels, and co-founder of the initiative 'Syria Towards Digital Revolution'.

Hassan Abboud

São Paulo, Brazil

Firas Saleh

Athens, Greece

Co-founder and Creative Director at Adberries, brings academic excellence and industry expertise to every project, creating impactful solutions that resonate across cultures

Hala Jahjah

Homs, Syria

Consulting Engineer, Entrepreneurship Project Manager at the Syrian Computer Society

Join our team

Because Syria deserves the best, and its future lies in the hands of its people, we invite you to join the KHASB Conference organising team. We're uniting bright minds and devoted hearts to create pathways toward development and economic progress.

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Frequently asked questions

You can contact via email: marhaba@khasb.com, or through WhatsApp or Telegram channels.

ou can join the organizing team by filling out the available volunteer form, with various roles available including coordination, event management, communications, technical support, and others. We believe everyone has a role to contribute, and all current KHASB team members are volunteers working with dedication to bring Syria back to the economic forefront.

Virtual conference attendance is free, while some in-person local synchronized meetings may require registration fees or special invitations depending on the event nature and venue.

If you have a project idea or startup, you can submit it through the project submission form to be presented to a network of investors and experts who can support and fund your project. You need to record a video under 4 minutes presenting your idea. After review by a specialized committee, you'll be informed of next steps, such as an invitation for a live presentation on conference day or participation in a live stream. All submitted projects will be included in the "Permanent Exhibition of Startups" on the platform.

Current speakers were nominated by experts in various sectors, but due to Syrians' crucial need to reconnect after years of isolation, we've opened personal nominations. You can register by filling out the participation form available on the conference website, which includes the option to participate as a speaker. You'll be asked to submit a recorded presentation (video) of your topic, which will be reviewed and included in the appropriate program.

The conference is open to entrepreneurs, investors, academics, startup owners, Syrians both inside the country and expatriates, and anyone interested in contributing to building the Syrian economy. The synchronized local meetings and economic seminars for Syrian communities also attract non-Syrian interested parties and are conducted in local languages alongside Arabic.

All synchronized local meetings (in the format of a half-day mini-conference or 4-hour discussion seminar) are listed officially and shown on the homepage map. If there isn't a local meeting in your city, you can apply to host one through this form (select the option - host a local networking meeting in your city during the conference day). We provide full support for organizing the initial meeting, including program preparation, speaker nominations, reservations and invitations, plus media coverage and support. We also provide appropriate tools to follow up on these local meetings to mobilize support for the Syrian community in your city and form an effective and influential Syrian lobby.

Concurrent with the conference in Damascus, local meetings are held in several cities worldwide, including mini-conferences and local economic seminars, allowing participants direct networking opportunities. You can check the list of available local meetings in your city or contribute by hosting a local meeting if none exists.

The "Steps of Industry and Building" conference is the first edition of a series of periodic conferences and meetings aimed at enhancing economic cooperation between Syrians inside and outside the country. The conference is held simultaneously in Damascus and other capitals, where those in Damascus can attend in person, while expatriates can participate online and in person through synchronized local meetings in their cities.

KHASB is a sustainable platform for economic projects in Syria aimed at revitalizing the Syrian economic landscape. It focuses on building communication bridges and twinning between entrepreneurs, investors, and experts both inside and outside Syria, while mobilizing support for Syrian communities and enabling them to play an active role in rebuilding the Syrian economy.