Our Creative Founders.
We are a new and hungry team with the drive and vision to create real impact.
Though we come from different backgrounds, we share a deep commitment to ethical tech and responsible innovation. Together, we represent a unique blend of identities: Rashid and Wesam are Libyan American brothers and first-generation entrepreneurs, while Bokar brings Nigerien American heritage and strong manufacturing and business experience.
Our collective energy, passion, and purpose fuel TCM Fest’s mission to build a community where justice, identity, innovation, and ethics meet.
Founder
Wesam Shanneb
Wesam Shanneb is the Founder of TCM Fest, dedicated to creating spaces where justice, innovation, identity, and ethical technology intersect. With a background in Renewable Energy Engineering and Applied Mathematics from Oregon Institute of Technology, he brings a systems-thinking approach to positioning TCM Fest as a premier platform for Muslim innovators and allies shaping the future of ethical tech.
Co-Founder
Rashid Shanneb
Rashid Shanneb is the Co-Founder of TCM Fest. He holds a BSc in Operations Management from Oregon Tech and has a background in international logistics and supply chain. He helps drive the operational strategy and execution that ensures TCM Fest delivers a seamless, impactful experience for attendees and partners alike.
CSO
Bokar Hamma
Bokar Hamma is the Chief Strategy Officer at TCM Fest. A graduate of the University of Massachusetts Amherst with a degree in Managerial Economics, Bokar brings expertise in business strategy, operations, and growth. His strategic leadership ensures TCM Fest’s vision is executed with clarity and impact, while his diverse experience and entrepreneurial mindset help guide long-term partnerships and innovation.
