Become a mentor for the Future of Work & Leadership Innovation Challenge 2022

Main Event: 13th to 17th February, 2022

Guide innovative thinkers of the future and help tackle global challenges!

Have a lasting impact on the shape of tomorrow’s world by mentoring and guiding teams of innovative high-schoolers as they create out-of-the-box solutions to tackle pressing global issues. The Global Exec., in partnership with NEOM, has created this platform for young leaders to have their say in fields that’ll define generations to come.


Register here as a mentor before 21st January 2022

Ideation period 24th January to 9th February 2022

Hacking days commence on 13th to 17th February 2022


WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE A MENTOR?

Work closely with students as they aim to come up with future-defining solutions that’ll solve problems in the world of employment and work. The solutions will be created in line with the UN’s 8th Sustainable Development Goal. Be the guiding hand that aids young innovators.

What will I gain from being a mentor/judge?

  • The chance to share your knowledge and have a direct impact on the young generation

  • Have a genuine impact on global issues and NEOM’s future

  • Practice your mentoring skills and learn reciprocally from creative young minds

  • Network within an international setting with other esteemed industry leaders

  • Get involved in NEOM, one of the most exciting urban city development projects in the world

What do I need to do in my role as a mentor?

  • Support the team, answer questions, and give advice/feedback on the project

  • Help divide the roles within the team accordingly

  • Connect the team with other experts if required to enable the team to develop the best outcome

  • Act as a guide, a valuable helping hand that can give feedback or add to the project

  • Give tips and suggestions on the team’s final pitch

You’ll be in good company!

Here are some of our ongoing mentors and judges who’ve helped teams grow, develop and succeed in their projects.

 
 

Henry Gordon-Smith
Founder & CEO of Agritecture

Adriana Marais
Marais, Founder of Proudly Human

Henrique Miranda
Co-founder Better2Earth

Yara Nagi
Director of Operations Agritecture

Angelica Sirotin
CEO Sirotin Ventures

 
 

Register your interest in participating here