Meet Our Team

Industry veterans, academic experts and successful entrepreneurs guiding every learner.

The people behind the Academy

Leadership

A diverse group of industry veterans, academic experts and successful entrepreneurs.

Want to teach or mentor with us?

We are always looking for practising founders, investors and researchers to share their experience.

Leadership Team

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Dr. Elena Vance

Founder & CEO

Former biotech executive with 20+ years of experience bringing sustainable health solutions to emerging markets.

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Marcus Thorne

Head of Programs

Serial entrepreneur in the Agritech space and advocate for regenerative farming systems across Africa and Asia.

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Sarah Chen

Director of Partnerships

Expert in social impact investment and former advisor to international NGOs on sustainable development goals.

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Prof. Julian Aris

Chief Academic Officer

Leading researcher in Environmental Science with a passion for teaching the next generation of green innovators.