Adly Thoma is the visionary Chairman & CEO of Gemini Africa, a startups and MSMEs enabler that is revolutionizing the Egyptian entrepreneurial ecosystem. Under his dynamic leadership, Gemini Africa bridges the gap between entrepreneurs and the business world, offering innovative investment models, untapped business opportunities, and groundbreaking programs in social entrepreneurship and the creative industries. With a special focus on empowering women, his mission is to drive economic empowerment and the development of the Egyptian ecosystem.
Thoma’s relentless pursuit of innovation is exemplified by the launch of CinemaTech, the world’s first entrepreneurial track dedicated to the filmmaking industry—a pioneering initiative for which he holds the intellectual property rights. This game-changing track has set a global benchmark by introducing entrepreneurship into new creative realms.
Gemini Africa, under Thoma’s guidance, has delivered over 20 innovative developmental programs across diverse sectors, fostering a legacy of success. Graduates from these programs have gained international recognition, winning prestigious awards at the Cannes International Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, Shark Tank Egypt, and the Egypt Entrepreneur Awards (EEA). The company has partnered with esteemed organizations such as the USAID, British Council, UNDP, African Development Bank, European Union, and many others, demonstrating a flexible and tailored approach to meet the unique needs of its beneficiaries.
Beyond his role at Gemini Africa, Thoma serves as the Vice Chair of the Advisory Board for the Faculty of Design & Arts at the British University in Egypt and has an extensive background in education. He is a Professor of Practice at the University of Agora (USA), an adjunct faculty member at the Dubai School of Government in partnership with Harvard Kennedy School, and a lecturer at the State University of New York (Oswego). His influence extends globally, with contributions to AUC, Ain Shams, and Cairo Universities, and his impact is further magnified through his role as a Worldwide Project Management Consultant for Schlumberger, guiding projects in 85 countries.
Thoma is a thought leader in modernization and digital transformation, serving on think tanks, innovation committees, and various enterprise boards. He has been honored with numerous accolades, including the Shining Armor International Award and a Bronze Medal for his exceptional contributions to business and project management.
Driven by a passion for social impact, Adly is an entrepreneurship life mentor, motivational speaker, and a respected judge and jury member at international summits and initiatives for youth. His commitment to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs is unwavering.
With over 20 years of experience at prestigious organizations such as Schlumberger Worldwide, Orange, AT&T, and the Orascom Group, Thoma’s background spans Oil & Gas, Telecom, Development, and IT Management. He holds a Master’s in Project Management from George Washington University, a Master’s in Business Engineering from Ain Shams University, and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Adly Thoma is not just a leader; he is a trailblazer, continually driving change and inspiring innovation across industries and continents.
