OUR SPEAKERS
The Morocco Social Impact Summit (MSIS) 2026 is a leading event dedicated to promoting social innovation, civic engagement, and sustainable development. Held in Rabat, in the heart of Morocco, the summit aims to become a key international gathering, bringing together local, regional, and international stakeholders committed to positive and lasting change.
Chris Sembroski
Chris Sembroski is a commercial astronaut, systems engineer, and lifelong problem-solver, he brings a unique perspective shaped by experience at the intersection of space exploration and advanced technology.
His career spans spaceflight, national security systems, aerospace engineering, and STEM advocacy. Through his talks, he shares insights on curiosity, resilience, teamwork, and decision-making in high-stakes environments—translating complex systems into practical, human lessons that audiences can apply in their own lives and work.
Whether addressing students, engineers, or executive leaders, his goal remains simple: to help people recognize what’s possible when preparation meets opportunity.
Yassmine El baggari
Yasmine El Baggari is a Moroccan-born entrepreneur based in San Francisco, founder of Voyaj, a platform dedicated to promoting global understanding through enriching human connections.
She has collaborated with leading institutions, including the World Bank, Harvard University and the U.S. State Department, and has spoken at major international events such as the World Economic Forum and the World Entrepreneurship Summit.
Her work has been featured in Forbes, on the BBC, and in National Geographic, and she has received numerous awards for her entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. She was also recognized by Forbes as one of the most promising female entrepreneurs and invited to the White House as one of the 100 most influential travel bloggers.
Azuharu Babaali
Azuharu Babaali is a Japanese entrepreneur who leads business development in the Middle East and Africa, focusing on providing innovative solutions to address major social and economic challenges.
As President and CEO of Yasta Group Co., Ltd. and DOKYO Trading Co., Ltd., he has successfully led international expansions and implemented scalable business models in the education, manufacturing, and technology sectors. His work includes deploying Japanese expertise in digital education, robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT), and industrial solutions in emerging markets.
As ambassador for the reconstruction of Fukushima, he played a key role in strengthening ties between Japan and Arab countries. He also established high-impact partnerships in Qatar and Oman, collaborating with governments and major conglomerates to create long-term, sustainable value.
Nezha
Larhrissi
Nezha Larhrissi is a senior technology executive with over 25 years of international experience in multinational corporations and government missions.
A former participant in the TechWomen program, she has acquired solid expertise in organizational strategy, systems, and sustainable technologies. She is the president and co-founder of eSTEM Morocco, an initiative aimed at empowering girls aged 8 to 18 through STEM education and digital inclusion.
Today, she dedicates herself to consulting and training in improving productivity through AI and Odoo ERP, as well as life engineering coaching using the Aylat Attitude method.
Amandine Roche
Amandine Roche is a French-Polish human rights expert, humanitarian worker, author, photographer and peacebuilder who has dedicated her career to promoting democracy, human rights, gender equality and youth empowerment in some of the world’s most fragile and conflict-affected regions.
For over two decades, she has worked with international organizations such as UNICEF, UN Women, UNESCO, UNDP, the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations, USAID, and the European Commission, contributing to peacebuilding and democratic processes in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and South America. Amandine Roche is internationally recognized as a leading figure at the intersection of peace, human rights, youth empowerment, gender equality, and personal transformation.
Hassan El Kettani
Hassan El Kettani is a technology-driven entrepreneur with a proven track record of building businesses, leading teams, and implementing high-impact digital solutions. With extensive expertise in IT and digital innovation, he has founded and developed companies across a range of sectors, from digital transformation and organizational development to next-generation digital payment systems that promote financial inclusion in emerging markets.
As a holder of the Leadership Management International (LMI) master's degree in Morocco, he leads strategic initiatives that empower executives and organizations through proven leadership development frameworks. He remains actively involved in defining product vision, developing corporate strategy, building high-performing teams, and ensuring that technology serves a meaningful purpose.
Alex Melnyk
Alex Melnyk is the founder of Imaginal Impact and a key member of the Holomovement team, where she combines art, storytelling, and activism to inspire meaningful change. As executive producer of The Holomovement Wave, she designs transformative experiences that connect communities with direct-impact projects, creating new models for participation, philanthropy, and collective action.
Her work draws on a career spanning music, media, and social impact. Alex began her career as the manager of the iconic 1980s pop group, The Thompson Twins, gaining expertise in artist development, brand strategy, and audience engagement. She then spent over 20 years leading Storyworks, a positive impact agency that helped organizations reconcile business success with social and environmental goals.
Michael Shaun Conaway
Michael Shaun Conaway is a committed business leader, filmmaker, and social impact strategist who works at the intersection of purpose, people, and positive systems transformation.
Through his non-profit organization Imaginal Impact and his role as a synergist within Holomovement, he designs impact-driven events, retreats, and collaborative initiatives that generate funding and support for organizations promoting a well-being economy. His work brings together visionaries, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to transform bold ideas into measurable impact.