Read the Linkdotnet Egypt (Against the Tide) case, and answer the following questions in writing (do not exceed 3 pages single space); and prepare to discuss the case and the following questions in class.

1) Where did the idea of linkdotnet come from?

2) What challenges did Karim Beshara face during the launch of Link Egypt?

3) What qualities do you see in Karim Beshara as an entrepreneur?

4) What was Link Egypts business model when the company started? How did this business model evolve over time?

5) Why did Karim Bishara seek investments? What risks did he take by accepting the investments of Naguib Sawiris?

6) What was Mazika.coms business model? And how did Karim change it from a 100% illegal business to a legal business?

7) Search online for news on Linkdotnet. What is their latest news?

8) In 2011, the entrepreneurs exited linkdotnet. Search online and briefly explain the story of their exit.