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?? DON’T MISS OUT: PANEL DISCUSSION at Central Eurasia @ Silicon Valley — Building & Supporting the Startup Ecosystem in Central Eurasia ???????????????????????????????????? This insightful panel will explore the rapid and impactful growth of Central Eurasia’s startup ecosystems. Industry experts will highlight the rise of tech hubs across the region, accelerated innovation, and increasing global competitiveness. Discussions will focus on how entrepreneurs, accelerators, investors, and tech centers are synergizing to create a vibrant, world-class startup environment. Panelists will address key challenges and opportunities in scaling regional startups to global markets. Moderator: ● Agahuseyn Ahmadov, Investment Director Innovation and Digital Development Agency of Azerbaijan? ● Pavel Koktyshev, MOST Ventures, Co-founder and Managing Partner Speakers: ● Hakim Ismoilzod, Agency for Innovation and Digital Technologies of Tajikistan, First Deputy Director,? ● Temur Khisamutdinov, TechnoPark of Dushanbe City, Director? Georgi Koreli - CEO Hinkal? ● Nurzhan Kadirkey, Qazaqstan Investment Corporation, Managing Director ● Nikolay Seleznev, Uzum, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer ● Marlen Sikhayev, Freedom Holding Corp. Holding, Advisor to the CEO ● Kairat Akhmetov, Freedom Telecom, CEO ● Kuralay Baimenova, Astana Hub, Senior Manager ● Darsh Singh Mann Mann, StartX, Head of Business Development and Partnership ● Ella Shukho, 500 Global, Program Manager ● Aijan Alisherova, Accelerate Prosperity - An AKDN Initiative, TA Lead ● Daniel Abdyldaev, Accelerate Prosperity - An AKDN Initiative, Chief Investment Officer ● Zaynab Atabaeva, IT PARK Uzbekistan, Chief Manager? ● Ardak Kussainova, Atarino AI, Founder & CEO? ● Sattar Utkelbayev, JAS Ventures, Managing Director ● Gregory LaBlanc, Lecturer at University of California, Berkeley & Stanford University ?? Friday, October 25th ? 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (Registration starts at 9AM) ?? Where: THE LOUNGE, YBCA ?? www.cesv2024.com Thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for partnering with Silkroad Innovation Hub to drive change! ? #REGISTERNOW: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com #CESV2024?#TechConference?#SiliconValley?#UnicornCup?#startupexpo2024?#silkroadinnovationhub?#silkroadevents?#silkroadinnovationhubevent

???The Tech?has become an official media partner of Central Eurasia @ Silicon Valley! The Tech?is a leading media resource dedicated to technology and IT leaders in Central Asia. It publishes articles, interviews, and covers events in the tech world. We’re excited to have The Tech?as a partner, helping to spotlight the incredible growth and achievements of Central Asia’s tech community! ?? Friday, October 25th ? 10AM - 7PM (Registration starts at 9AM) ?? Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San Francisco #CESV2024?#TechConference?#SiliconValley?#UnicornCup?#StartupExpo2024?#SilkroadInnovationHub?#SilkroadEvents?#SilkroadInnovationHubEvent

? We invite you to a panel session on "Women Shaping the Future of Tech in Central Eurasia!" This session explores Central Asia's remarkable progress in tech gender equality. With 49% of startup employees being women, 34% in leadership roles, and 30% of tech companies women-owned, the region outperforms global averages. Panelists will share success stories, discuss factors behind this achievement, and examine how Central Asia's model can inspire worldwide change. Moderator:? ● Kanykei (Kani) Omurzakova, Central Asian Ladies Initiative (CALI), Co-Founder, Cisco, Global Lead Speakers: ● Nazira Nurbayeva, General Consul of the Republic of Kazakhstan ● Cora Lam, Techwomen Mentor, Senior Principal Engineer, Marvell Technology? ● Nora (Nargiza) Juraboeva, Director of Partnership in Grammarly ● Rania Helmy, Senior Advisor for Strategy & Partnerships, The Legatum Center at MIT ● Christy Canida, Senior Director, Product, Alchemist Accelerator ?? Friday, October 25th ? 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 9AM) ?? Where: Blue Shield of California Theather, YBCA ?? www.cesv2024.com Thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for partnering with Silkroad Innovation Hub to drive change! ? #REGISTERNOW: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com #CESV2024 #TechConference #SiliconValley #UnicornCup #startupexpo2024 #silkroadinnovationhub #silkroadevents #silkroadinnovationhubevent

#Logistics ?? #CESV2024 | When? Where? What? Who? Call? Due to the high number of participants, we kindly recommend arriving early (09:00 AM) to complete your on-site registration and secure your seats. The Opening Ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00 AM. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the #venue layout (see the map) and review the event #agenda on our website. Our team will be available to assist you at the venue. ?????? ???????????? ?????????????? ????????, you can reach us at +?? ?????? ?????? ????????. We’re looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow! ???????? ?????? ???? ????????????????: ?? #REGISTER: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ???October 25th, 10 AM – 7 PM ?? Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, #SanFrancisco ?? www.cesv2024.com

1 Day left ?? #CESV2024 | Last Call to #Register https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ???????????????? ????????:?over ???????? ?????????????? are sold out, ??????+ ?????? confirmed their attendance to support innovators, ?????? ???????????????? are linedup at ?????????????? ?????????????? @?????????????? ???????????? by today! This has surpassed all expectations, and we're excited to see you in #SanFrancisco tomorrow. Your last chance to register. No hesitation. Just Do It! ?? #REGISTER: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ???October 25th, 10 AM – 7 PM ?? Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, #SanFrancisco ?? www.cesv2024.com

#TechWomen We strongly encourage women in #Technology & #Innovation to join our ?????????????? ?????????????? @?????????????? ???????????? on October 25! Thanks Cora Lam, our speaker in "Women Shaping the Future of Tech" panel, TechWomen mentor, who sent this special video message to inspire more women participants at our upcoming event. At Silkroad Innovation Hub, we stand together with women innovators to create a more inclusive and brighter future. ?? Join us and be part of this inspiring journey! #REGISTER now to take your seat at the forefront of Tech Leadership! Women participants are especially encouraged to join. ?? #REGISTER: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ???October 25th, 10 AM – 7 PM ?? Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, #SanFrancisco ?? www.cesv2024.com

2 Days left ?? #CESV2024 | We’re bringing together the best and brightest #Partners at ?????????????? ?????????????? @?????????????? ????????????! This event is your chance to connect with visionary leaders, ambitious businesses, and innovative minds from #CentralEurasia to #SiliconValley. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of a movement that bridges two powerhouse regions of innovation ?? #REGISTER NOW: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com A huge thanks to our amazing partners for trusting Silkroad Innovation Hub to accelerate your growth in the global market. Together, we’re building a stronger ecosystem of innovation ? ?? #REGISTER: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ???October 25th, 10 AM – 7 PM ?? Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, #SanFrancisco ?? www.cesv2024.com

?? We are pleased to introduce the main partner of the Central Eurasia @ Silicon Valley Tech Conference — Freedom Holding Corp.! Freedom Holding Corp. is a leading retail brokerage and investment holding in Central Asia and Eastern Europe. The holding operates in 11 countries worldwide, including Kazakhstan, the USA, Germany, the UK, Armenia, France, Spain, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Cyprus. In addition to a bank, the holding includes Freedom Broker, Freedom Insurance, Freedom Life, Freedom Mobile / Freedom Drive Team, Freedom Credit Union, and Freedom Pay. A big thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for partnering with Silkroad Innovation Hub to drive change! ?? #CESV2024 #TechConference #SiliconValley #UnicornCup #StartupExpo2024 #SilkroadInnovationHub #SilkroadEvents #SilkroadInnovationHubEvent

?? Venture Capital Unlocked: Central Eurasia’s Next Big Leap in the Global VC Game This panel features prominent venture capitalists from Central Eurasia who now lead investment strategies at some of the world’s largest VC firms. Discover how Central Eurasian talent is not just participating, but driving innovation in the global VC landscape, making the region a new focal point for international investors. ?? Moderator: ● Pavel Koktyshev, MOST Ventures, Managing Partner ?? Speakers: ● Galym Imanbayev, MD, Partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners ● Anna Fokina, DCVC Bio, Investment Director ● Mammad Karim, Caucasus Ventures, Partner ● Malika Aubakirova, Andreesseen Horowitz (a16z), Partner ● Nick Davidov, DVC, General Partner ??? Friday, October 25th ? 3 PM - 4:20 PM (Registration starts at 9AM) ?? Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, San-Francisco Thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for partnering with Silkroad Innovation Hub to drive change! ?? Register now: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ?? www.cesv2024.com #CESV2024?#TechConference?#SiliconValley?#UnicornCup?#startupexpo2024?#silkroadinnovationhub?#silkroadevents?#silkroadinnovationhubevent

?? DON’T MISS OUT: PANEL DISCUSSION at Central Eurasia @ Silicon Valley — AI as the Catalyst for Economic Growth in Emerging Markets! In this session, speakers will explore AI's role in driving economic growth in emerging markets, focusing on industry transformation, productivity enhancement, and sustainable development. They’ll also discuss how to support AI development and how emerging markets can contribute to global AI advancements. ?? Meet the lineup: Moderator: ● Kübra Boz Binzat, AI Factory at Is Bankasi, Türkiye Speakers: ● Ussen Galym, Baiterek Holding, CTO ● Renat Tukanov, Freedom Holding, CTO ● Alex Mashrabov, Higgsfiled AI, CEO ● Abdulahad Kuchkarov Kuchkarov, IT Park Uzbekistan, Executive Director ● Meini Heuberger, Cohere AI, VP of Growth ?? This session is a must-attend for anyone passionate about AI’s role in reshaping economies and industries. Thanks to Freedom Holding Corp. for partnering with Silkroad Innovation Hub to drive change! ?? Register now: https://lu.ma/cesv2024.com ?? www.cesv2024.com #CESV2024 #TechConference #SiliconValley #UnicornCup #startupexpo2024 #silkroadinnovationhub #silkroadevents #silkroadinnovationhubevent