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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.
Ian Lockhart
Head of Program
Steven ten Holder
Vancouver Director
Jennah Dohms
Director, Virtual
Pranav Menon
Associate Director, Virtual
Brandon Jennings
Director, Activate
Steven Ritchie
Associate Director, Virtual
Niloo Ravaei
Associate Director, Toronto
Damian Matheson
Director, Ottawa
Andrés R. M. Velarde
Director, Virtual
Mikaela Ergas Lenett
Associate Director, Activate
Aatik Chopra
Associate Director, Virtual
Skylor Lane
Director, Toronto
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.
Roberta Lindal
Head of Marketing
Aqib Malik
Creative Director
Holly Dickinson
Events & Experiences
Katrina Ali
Communications
Victoria Doidge
Academic Partnerships
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
Amber Branny
People & Culture
Alec Ngai
Operations Associate
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!
Dan Jacob
Head of Partnerships
Kim Parnell
Partner Relations
