HealthTech Horizons: Innovating for a Healthier Tomorrow | February 14–16, 2025 | Hotel Sol Azur Thalassa Hammamet
Opening Ceremony: How Do We Incorporate Hope?
We had the privilege of welcoming Mr. Firas El Echi to open HIS 2.0, a respected Tunisian journalist, author, producer, and communication strategist whose international career spans leading global networks including BBC World, TRT World, Discovery’s Eurosport, France24, and MBC Group.
Drawing from over two decades of experience, his keynote explored a powerful question: How do we consciously incorporate hope in times of uncertainty? Through stories shaped by global media, migration narratives, and strategic communication, he highlighted the responsibility of leaders and innovators to amplify underrepresented voices and transform storytelling into impact.
The Entrepreneur’s Path: Embracing Failure, Building Success
We were equally honored to welcome Mr. Faycel Ouerdien, Founder of Orientea: Kyufi and creator of the F.D.V.E aroma extraction technology. In his keynote, he spoke candidly about the realities behind success; the setbacks, calculated risks, pivots, and persistence that shape every meaningful venture. Rather than glorifying achievement, he reframed failure as an essential building block of growth and strategic evolution.
Panels & Discussions
We kicked off HIS 2.0 with a distinguished panel of academic and institutional leaders, including:
- Ms. Roue Bargaoui: Team Leader Enactus FPHM, Pharmacy Student.
- Mr. Mohamed Bejaoui: PharmD, Researcher & Professor at FPHM.
- Ms. Cherifa Chaouch: PharmD, Dean of FPHM, Head of Microbiology Department HU Sahloul.
- Mr. Mohamed Ali Soussi: PharmD, Vice-Dean of FPHM.
- Mr. Said Naija: PharmD, Secretary General CROPT Center.
- Mr. Zied Karray: PharmD, SPOT Treasury.
- Mr. Zied Jardak: PharmD, Head of R&D - CMC, CNOPT Representative.
During this session, they addressed the evolving role of pharmaceutical professionals in a rapidly transforming healthcare landscape, the integration of technology and research, and the importance of empowering students to become active contributors to HealthTech advancement.
Reverse Panel: Revolutionizing Healthcare with Generative AI
This time, we chose to flip the narrative. The Reverse Panel placed students and emerging innovators at the forefront to share bold perspectives on the evolving landscape of HealthTech.
The discussion tackled some of the sector’s most pressing questions, including the real challenges of integrating AI, emerging opportunities, and strategic pathways for market penetration.
- Moderator: Mr. Manef Slema
- Coaches: Mr. Aziz Elhif, Mr. Haroun Ounes, and Mr. Majdi Karray
- Jury: Mr. Mohamed Azaouzi, Mr. Said Neija, and Mr. Mohamed Bjeoui.
Workshops & Startup Spin
Immersive Workshops
A series of ten immersive workshops translated concepts into practical application:
- WS 1: Smart Pharma: Embracing Industry 4.0.
- WS 2: Bioinformatics for Drug Discovery: Molecular Docking & Dynamics Simulation.
- WS 3: Fundamentals of Bioinformatics: Unlocking Data-Driven Healthcare.
- WS 4: The Human Side of AI: Revolutionizing Cancer Detection.
- WS 5: Analysis and Interpretability of Medical Data.
- WS 6: The Emotional Pulse of Healthcare: Sentiment Analysis in Action.
- WS 7: The Pharmacist's Fund: Smart Investments Startup.
- WS 8: Personal Branding and Communication.
- WS 9: Profiling: Understanding Personal and Professional Identities.
- WS 10: Startup and Skincare: The Skin Philosophy Experience.
Startup Spin
Participants experienced the real architecture behind building a successful startup across marketing, governance, finance, advocacy, and client acquisition. Special thanks to Mr. Haroun Ouannes, Mr. Manef Slama, Mr. Iheb Helali, and Mr. Majdi Karray for their mentorship.
Special Social Events
- HIS & HER – Gala Night: A celebration featuring a live performance by Amigos Band, followed by an after-party led by DJ Charmi and DJ Rolf.
- Game Night: An energetic evening featuring Mystery Games, Card Games, and Karaoke.
- WellNess Morning: A refreshing yoga session led by Skytfit to reset and recharge before the final day of discovery.