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Time to introduce our panel of judges for the Spring ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programme at Westbourne College Singapore next week! Our students will have the opportunity to pitch their business ideas to our highly experienced judging panel in just 5 minutes! The judges will have the chance to follow up during 5 mins of Q&A and give the students insightful feedback. Counting down to the pitching finale! #entrepreneurshipeducation #futureleaders Cristina Galichon Hanganu Ethan Cheng Carrie de Souza Rob Kindness Mark Watson-Gandy OBE Emanuella Watson Gandy-Giavarra Linda Wilkin MIoL

Time to shine the spotlight on one of our guest speakers for the upcoming ABE - endorsed KidsMBA Spring Programme! The wonderful Natalya Ratner will be sharing invaluable insights on marketing and sales with our young entrepreneurs, helping them develop key business skills and a mindset for success. #KidsMBA #YoungEntrepreneurs #SpringProgramme #BusinessSkills #FutureLeaders

We are honored that Imperial College Business School has featured our founder, Dr. Damla Khan, in their #InternationalWomensDay 2025 series. Dr. Khan is a graduate of the MBA class of 2023. Damla Khan, Ph.D. MBA Imperial College Business School TynkerByte

We have just wrapped up another successful completion of our ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programme at Invictus International School's Centrium Campus. Over an enriching six-week journey, students aged 11 to 15 immersed themselves in the world of entrepreneurship, developing essential business skills in a nurturing environment. ?? Programme Highlights: 1. Insightful Guest Lectures: - Taimur Khan, Director at Citibank, delivered a comprehensive session on business finance, offering students a clear understanding of corporate structures and financial operations - Sindhura Sunkara, Senior Operations Group Manager at Microsoft, engaged students in an interactive fireside chat, sharing her expertise on operational excellence and leadership within a global tech company 2. Brainsteins Marketing Challenge: In this exciting segment, students assumed the role of marketing consultants, tasked with devising strategies to introduce a new robot into the Singaporean market. Teams had two hours to develop and present their concepts ?? Challenge Winners: Congratulations to Amayra (11), Daniel (13), and Namit (15) for their outstanding 2-minute pitch that impressed our panel of judges ?? Pitch Competition: The programme culminated in a pitch event where students showcased their innovative business ideas ?? Winning Concept Mikolaj Stesik (13) presented Ballerz United, a football academy for 10-18-year-olds in Singapore. The judges - Sunita Gill (CEO, Singapore Luxury Homes), Taimur Khan (Director, Citibank), and Jonathan Liew (Partner and Chief Business Development Officer, MDT8i Dynamics) - were impressed by Mikolaj's identification of a market gap and his proactive approach, having already enrolled players and established a clear path to market. Special thanks to: - Invictus International School for their partnership and support. Special mention to Jack Mitchell and Alex Ward FCCT - Our guest speakers for sharing their invaluable insights. - Our esteemed judges for their time and expertise We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Invictus International School, inspiring and nurturing the next generation of business leaders. #KidsMBA #Entrepreneurship #Education #Innovation #FutureLeaders Mark Watson-Gandy OBE Emanuella Watson Gandy-Giavarra Rob Kindness

Gaining real-world insights from industry professionals is an invaluable part of the learning journey. It broadens perspectives, deepens understanding, and brings concepts to life! A huge thank you to all the incredible guest speakers who have generously shared their time, knowledge, and experiences to elevate each of the ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programmes delivered by Brainsteins. You’ve truly taken the learning experience to the next level! We’re excited to highlight and celebrate the inspiring guest speakers for our current learners at Invictus International School. Taimur Khan Sindhura Sunkara #LifelongLearning #GuestSpeakers #FutureLeaders

Time to announce our fantastic panel of judges for the upcoming ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programme at Invictus International School! The judges will evaluate the kids' business ideas and plans next week as they pitch their concepts in a 5-minute presentation, followed by a 5-minute Q&A. The countdown is on! Sunita Gill Taimur Khan Jonathan Liew #futureleaders #studententrepreneurship

Happy New Year from Brainsteins!?? As we welcome 2025, we can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey we began this year by launching Brainsteins. These past 5 months we have had the privilege of teaching KidsMBA to three amazing cohorts of students. Watching young minds grow, innovate, and embrace the entrepreneurial spirit has been nothing short of inspiring. None of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of our community. To the parents who trusted us, the students who gave it their all, and the supporters who believed in our mission from day one - thank you! Your faith in us is the reason we’ve been able to embark on this journey and continue to expand, creating even more opportunities for growth and learning. Here’s to 2025 - a year of continued innovation, growth, and collaboration. We’re excited to bring you more programmes, inspire more minds, and continue building this incredible community. Let’s keep growing together! #HappyNewYear #Brainsteins #KidsMBA #Gratitude #Growth #Community

On December 20th, we proudly wrapped up another transformative ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programme at Westbourne College Singapore. Over five impactful days, a new cohort of aspiring business leaders, aged 11 to 15, honed their entrepreneurial skills in an environment that fosters creativity and critical thinking. ?? Programme Highlights: - Engaging Guest Lecture: Taimur Khan, Director at Citibank, delivered an insightful session on business finance and corporate structures. Students gained a deeper understanding of how banks operate and explored the complexities of finance in an open Q&A. - Inaugural Brainsteins Marketing Challenge: Generously sponsored by London hotelier Tony Matharu, this new addition became an instant hit! Participants—current students and alumni—crafted marketing strategies for a boutique hotel concept tailored to young travelers. Teams had just two hours to develop their ideas and pitch to a panel of judges, including Lea Thurman (Westbourne College), Taimur Khan (Citibank), and Cristina Galichon Hanganu (Amazon). Cristina also provided hands-on guidance to refine their pitches. ?? Winners: Anjali (15) and Bailey (12) wowed the judges with “Stone & Ivy,” an eco-friendly boutique hotel concept. Their tagline, “Rooted in Comfort, Ready for Adventure,” earned them top accolades and a prize sponsored by Tony. ?? Pitch Competition: The end-of-programme pitch event continued to shine as a platform for creativity and innovation. ?? Winning Idea: Jack Cherry (14) and Nola Raymond (15) presented “Whisker,” a platform reimagining the pet adoption process. Their polished presentation impressed judges Elise Tan Yee Ling (Founder, Asia Startup Network), Neil McInnes (Scottish Development International), and Shoaib Ali Raza (Nexus International School). We celebrate the incredible progress our students made over the week. Their creativity, collaboration, and confidence were truly inspiring. ?? Thank You: Special thanks to: - Gavin Clark Regional Director of Westbourne College Singapore, for his unwavering support. - Taimur Khan, Cristina Hanganu, and our amazing panel of judges for their invaluable contributions. - Tony Matharu for sponsoring the Brainsteins Marketing Challenge. - Judy Hadden for supporting the success of the Brainsteins Marketing Challenge. As we look ahead to future cohorts, we are delighted to announce that the Brainsteins Marketing Challenge will now be a recurring feature in our programmes. To the young minds who joined us this December—your journey as future leaders has just begun, and we can’t wait to see what you achieve next! #KidsMBA #Entrepreneurship #Education #Innovation #FutureLeaders Mark Watson-Gandy OBE Emanuella Watson Gandy-Giavarra Rob Kindness

We’re thrilled to announce we had our first-ever Marketing Challenge today sponsored by London hotelier, Tony Matharu! Tony is the Founder and Chairman of Integrity International Group and the visionary behind Blue Orchid Hospitality, London’s latest independent hotel chain. With an illustrious career that includes awards like "Hotelier of the Year" and "Best Small Hotel Company" (Business Travel Awards), Tony is a true leader in hospitality and entrepreneurship. He’s also a recipient of an Honorary Doctorate of Letters and a Fellow of ESCP Europe Business School. As part of this exciting challenge, Tony invited participants into the dynamic world of hospitality and marketing. Here's a glimpse of the challenge: ?? The Task: Participants (11-15 years old) were tasked with developing a creative marketing concept to promote a boutique hotel experience in Singapore aimed at young travellers and families.??? Duration: 2 hours??? Location: Westbourne College Singapore (during kidsMBA week)??? Format: Teams of two??? Prize: Best 2-minute pitch wins! Participants also benefited from expert guidance by Cristina Galichon Hanganu, an experienced Marketing Manager. We hope this is the first of many challenges that will inspire the next generation of young entrepreneurial minds to think big, dream bigger, and innovate boldly! If you or your company are interested in sponsoring the next challenge please DM us or email [email protected]. These initiatives are only possible through the generosity and power of community, of which the wonderful Judy Hadden is a champion. A very special thank you for facilitating this collaboration. #Entrepreneurship #Brainsteins #HospitalityChallenge #MarketingInnovation #KidsMBA ABE The Company of Entrepreneurs

We’re thrilled to announce a fantastic panel of judges for the upcoming ABE -endorsed KidsMBA programme at Westbourne College Singapore, happening December 16-20th! #kidsMBA #FutureEntrepreneurs #EntrepreneurialEducation Elise Tan Yee Ling Neil McInnes Shoaib Ali Raza Rob Kindness Mark Watson-Gandy OBE Emanuella Watson Gandy-Giavarra