Meet Our ACSI3 Mentors
About ACSI3
The Asfari Challenge for Social Innovation (ACSI3) is a leading accelerator program that nurtures social enterprises from the early stages of ideation to significant societal impact. A partnership between the Asfari Foundation and Bloom, ACSI3 offers essential resources such as seed funding, extensive training, and a strong network of investors and industry experts to social enterprises operating in Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine, and the Syrian diaspora. The program is designed to propel these enterprises towards sustainable growth and substantial community contributions.
Importance of Mentorship in ACSI3
Mentorship is a core element of the ACSI3 program, providing targeted support and practical advice to budding social enterprises. Our mentors come from diverse backgrounds in business, technology, and social sectors, offering relevant insights and experience. They work closely with participants to refine business strategies, enhance operational capabilities, and better understand market dynamics. This tailored support helps ensure that each enterprise is well-positioned to meet its goals and make a positive community impact.
Key Mentor Profiles
Abed Mshaimesh
Innovative Interior Architect specializing in residential and commercial projects, member of the International Interior Design Association.
Bassam Baki
Ph.D. in Computer Sciences, working on promoting organic and sustainable farming with a laser weeding robot.
Charbel Fares
Robotics Engineer, co-founder of startups, and full-time Professor with a background in Virtual Reality and mentorship programs.
Dirk Richter
Director of Health Sector Innovation, leading initiatives in Abu Dhabi's life sciences and health innovation ecosystem.
Do-Si Farah
Experienced Strategy Analyst and Metadata Expert, pioneering WEB3 integration in her U Seed enterprise in MENA/EU
Farah Abi Mosleh
Community Development Expert dedicated to positive change in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and gender empowerment.
Georges Khoury
Renewable Energy Professional and Brighter Energy Co-Founder, with expertise in Mechanical Engineering and Energy Management
Georgy Kassab
Co-Founder of a hardware startup focusing on sustainable farming and digital cards, mentoring startups and leading design workshops
Ksenia Kurileva
Sustainability Advocate with SaaS & corporate innovation experience, pursuing a Master's in Circular Economy Management
Lama Makarem
Banking and Risk Management Professional, specializing in supporting startups & SMEs in investment readiness
Nuno Veloso
Sustainability Expert empowering businesses, advising, and mentoring for positive impact in emerging economies
Saoussen Ben Cheikh
Human Rights Program Leader, specializing in capacity-building and managing donor-funded projects
Topic Mentor Profiles
Constantin Salameh
Seasoned professional with a track record in funding and transforming corporations, SMEs, and NGOs globally, providing management consulting and financial advisory services to various entities in EMEA.
Israa Obeid
Passionate Youth Advocate, preparing for the Hult Prize competition while mentoring startups and assisting Lebanese university students
Jessica Said
Healthcare Management Expert | Strategy and Organizational Management Consultant | Situational Leader | Lead Mentor | Deputy Director & Board Member at The Nawaya Network (UNICEF-EU-Swisscontact)
Rita Chahwan
Investigative Journalist and Founding Member of Media Outlets
Rafka Abou Salem
Certified Machine Learning Engineer and Data Analyst passionate about AI education, serving as a mentor
Explore Our Teams
Learn about the teams in the Asfari Challenge for Social Innovation (ACSI3). Explore how they're addressing challenges and making an impact in healthcare, agriculture, education, technology, and more.
Discover their stories and innovative solutions, and see the real-world impact of our mentorship program.
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