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WHY JOIN OWN ACADEMY

Learn and connect with young leaders around the globe

  • Join a campus that defies borders.
  • Find solutions to real world problems.
  • Learn about yourself, your strengths and your passion.
  • Embrace entrepreneurs & professionals as your teachers.
  • Collaborate & network with like-minded folks around the world.

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Along with the membership, gain unlimited content on professional and entrepreneurial wisdom by select-few business icons and pathbreaking companies around the APAC.

Share cultural differences and similarities, collaborate on projects and make friends for life with millions of like-minded yet diverse groups of young individuals. 

Gain the advantage to apply for internship, mentorship and other such programs with Fortune 1000 companies.

Hear from and get inspired by world-class speakers, business leaders and changemakers.

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OWN AMBASSADORSHIP PROGRAM

Become an ambassador and make a real impact in your community!

If you are a leader in your community and wish to drive change, apply to be an OWN Ambassador. OWN Ambassadorship is designed for grooming the change-driver of today that actively take the ownership & responsibility of making a difference in their immediate surroundings by honing their entrepreneurial skills and mindset.

OWN Ambassadors receive training and opportunities directly from the OWN Academy Asia-Pacific Team.

You are the right fit if you

  • have an entrepreneurial spirit
  • love solving complex problems
  • enjoy working with and inspiring people
  • wish to develop your leadership skills
  • are committed, dedicated and honest
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HEAR OUR STUDENT AMBASSADORS

Passionate, purposeful and gritty- meet our ambassadors

Hailing from different parts of the Asia-Pacific, our ambassadors are students who share our vision of making the world more inclusive. They have forged along with us in deepening and expanding our impact around the globe.

GAIN REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE

Take us to your school and run projects with seasoned entrepreneurs

Our flagship program ‘Real World Experience’ is a one-week career simulation program for schools which allows students to work on real world projects with the mentorship of seasoned entrepreneurs for one whole week. Each year we take our army of mentors to a select-few schools to curate an unparalleled learning experience. Do you want us to come to your school next?

Introduce us to your school

Write an email to your school head (principal or career consultant) introducing OWN Academy and our school collaborations.

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Set up a video conference between your school heads and the OWN team to discuss the partnership.

Volunteer for the program execution

Act as an extended arm of OWN Team to ensure a smooth delivery of the Real World Experience at your school.

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Jade Carey

Co-Founder and Director, Little Cove Espresso and HAVN Coffee

Jade Carey is the Co-Founder and Director of Little Cove Espresso and HAVN Coffee in Hong Kong. As an F&B entrepreneur, she focuses on creating spaces that deliver an exceptional experience through specialty coffee, food, and warm, connected customer service. Jade is dedicated to the creative and design process of the physical spaces, branding, and menu development. Beyond the coffee and food, she is passionate about growing and empowering individuals within the team. She focuses on highlighting individual potential and creating opportunities for growth, fostering effective leaders who can then share their skills and contribute to others.

Jeff Wong

Consultant

Jeff is an accomplished senior B2B technology sales executive with a proven history of consistently building high performing teams to accelerate revenue growth. Served as the Country Manager of Linkedin Hong Kong and Head of Accelerated Growth Business at Google. Jeff is dedicated to empowering individuals and teams to reach their full potential while driving strategic initiatives that deliver meaningful impact. Jeff cares deeply about: Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and values: Integrity, accountability and Impact. His personal mission statement is " To help people be happier and more successful at work and at home."

Ting Mao

Founder & CEO, Sunnystep

Ting Mao, founder of Sunnystep, turned a personal spine injury into a mission: to create stylish, everyday performance footwear that truly supports the body. In partnership with the MIT Sports Lab, she drives innovation in shoes that combine science, comfort, and sustainability. Today, Sunnystep has 17 stores in Southeast Asia, ships globally and is recognized for empowering people through high-performance, body-friendly footwear for daily life.

Tim Smith

Head of Large Enterprises, Linkedin

Tim leads LinkedIn's Large Enterprise Sales team in Southeast Asia, with nearly two decades of experience in the talent industry across APAC. Originally from Tasmania he has worked in different regions including Hong Kong and now Singapore. Tim represents Linkedln at conferences typically aimed at the C-suite level. He is passionate about workforce transformation, Al, in-deman skills, and building professional brands that connect people to opportunities.

Billy Tam

Head Facilitator Director,
OWN Academy

Billy Tam is an architect turned entrepreneur with over 11 years of experience in 5 idea-to-exit startups in fitness, retail, and food and beverage. With 9 years of experience as a program facilitator, he was one of the pioneer entrepreneurship industry coaches at OWN Academy prior to joining the company. As the Director of Operations, he is responsible for overseeing all programs, facilitator recruitment and curriculum development at OWN Academy.

Tiphanie Doumba

Data Analyst

Tiphanie is a data analyst based in Dubai with experience leading transformation projects across Africa and the Middle East. She combines data insight with strategic vision, encouraging students to use analytical thinking as a tool for solving real-world problems and creating impact.

Tannya Jajal

Founder, AIDEN Global (Data Science & Al Innovation)

Tannya Jajal is an educator and technologist who has delivered 40+ keynotes worldwide on Al, machine learning, and consciousness. Before founding AIDEN, an education company building Al-integrated curricula and learning platforms for schools, she led cybersecurity at VMware, one of the world's top cloud infrastructure firms. A longtime Forbes contributor, she's spent over a decade exploring how Al is made, and how it's transforming the future of learning and work

Anvita Dasani

Branding & Design Strategist

Anvita is a Parsons-trained brand strategist and designer with over 12 years of experience across the Middle East and India. Having built brands for startups and global companies, she teaches creative problem-solving and design thinking through workshops across the UAE, India, and Egypt.

Sid Khakhar

Senior Architect, Atkins Realis

Sid is a senior architect with over 12 years of experience in architecture and urbanism across Asia and the Middle East. His work focuses on data-informed, participatory urban design, integrating innovation and analytical depth to shape human-centered cities.

Prerna Prasad

Founder, Curiousiac (Brand Strategy & Marketing)

Prerna is a brand and growth strategist working across design, storytelling, and marketing. She helps brands define their message and audience through curiosity-driven strategies, using creativity as a practical tool to drive influence and innovation.

Georgina Hills

Founder, ROOM 102 (Leadership & Sustainability in Fashion)

Georgina is a leadership coach and former fashion executive with over 25 years of experience across brands including CELINE, Dolce & Gabbana, and Armani. She partners with global houses like LVMH and Kering, guiding leaders to build emotionally intelligent, purpose-driven, and sustainable businesses.

Farah Kassab

Founder, Development x[by] Design (Urban Planning & Project Management)

Farah is an urban planner with 15 years of experience leading major projects across the Gulf Region. She advises governments and private sectors on urban master plans, combining technical expertise, strategic management, and stakeholder engagement to shape sustainable cities.

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Dillon Coutinho

Senior Consultant, Ernst & Young (ESG & Sustainability)

Dillon is an ESG and Sustainability professional at e& (etisalat) with extensive experience in reporting, assurance, and policy development. He helps organizations enhance transparency and credibility through global ESG frameworks and drives long-term value through sustainable business practices.

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Students aged 10-13

Comfortable with advanced English communication (to join pitching, teamwork, and project activities)

Accepted through an application process to ensure the best fit and experience (Note: Registration fees are refunded if your child isn’t eligible.)

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