CAPAi Bootcamp is a transformative learning experience designed for young and talented professionals in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. This intensive program combines design thinking and technology to empower participants with the skills and mindset needed to solve real-world problems. Through inspirational speakers, expert guidance, and collaborative projects, participants explore diverse industries such as education, health, and civic innovation. The bootcamp provides 21 scholarships to creative individuals who are passionate about entrepreneurship and making a positive impact in their community. Participants have the opportunity to develop their network, gain practical skills, and pitch their innovative ideas for a chance to be incubated into viable businesses. CAPAi Bootcamp is a unique platform that fosters innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurship, paving the way for the next generation of change-makers in Kurdistan.
Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Content Provider with Permission from Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Johnny Nassar
Innovative Operations & Business Development Manager
VCG Markets
Content Provider with Permission from Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Content Provider with Permission from Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Gevorg Poghosyan
CEO, Impact Hub Yerevan
Content Provider with Permission from Presenter:
Raffi Simonian
Bootcamp Facilitator, AUK CAPAi
Adjunct Instructor, Los Angeles City College
Program Director, UCLA Alumni Affairs, Alumni Engagement Innovation Program
Adjunct Instructor, UCLA Master of Quantitative Economics Department
Presenter:
Dr. Azad Najar
Co-CEO, Kurdistan Innovation Institute