TKS was founded in 2016 by two brothers, Navid and Nadeem Nathoo. Their vision was to create a “human accelerator” for the next generation of innovators, scientists, and entrepreneurs.
Navid Nathoo
Co-Founder
Nadeem Nathoo
Co-Founder
Our program team comes from backgrounds including venture-backed entrepreneurs, scientists, and experienced leaders. They are passionate coaches who joined TKS because they wanted to help accelerate ambitious and curious young people.
Brandon Jennings
Head of Program
Pranav Menon
Director, Vancouver
Steven Ritchie
Director, Calgary & Virtual
Damian Matheson
Director, Virtual
Andrés R. M. Velarde
Director, Virtual
Shea Tough
Associate Director
Mikaela Ergas Lenett
Associate Director, Activate
Lyn Chen
Associate Director, Toronto
Aatik Chopra
Associate Director, Virtual
Hari Mahesh
Director, New York
Skylor Lane
Director, Toronto
Jessica Klein
Director, Virtual
We want to make sure that the most ambitious, curious, and impact-driven young people around the world know about TKS. Our marketing team works on experiences and storytelling to expose students to TKS and bring awareness to the program.
Elisha Kramer
Head of Growth
Roberta Lindal
Head of Marketing
Megan Martin
Digital Marketing Manager
Katrina Ali
Marketing & Communications
There's a lot of work that goes into managing thousands of students from around the world. Our operations team makes sure that TKS has the ability to reach more young people while ensuring every student has an incredible experience in the program.
Donnie Yee
Head of Operations
Kirk Taylor
Talent Lead
Andre Thibault
Admissions Lead
We work with companies like Microsoft, Walmart, Shell, Masason Foundation, IKEA, RBC, and others to provide financial support to students, internship opportunities, and unique learning experiences during TKS. Find us on LinkedIn to explore partnership opportunities!
Ian Lockhart
Head of Strategy & Partnerships
Jennah Dohms
Strategy
Una Lounder
Community & Partnerships