The MENA region, known for scorching deserts, exquisite camels, and luscious palm trees, is widely accomplished in tourism, attracting more and more visitors. Although this breathtaking area is becoming a popular tourist destination, many of its countries' entrepreneurial ecosystems are limited regarding accelerator-trained advisors. Eileen Brewer, global catalyst for STEM education and experienced entrepreneurship advisor, noticed the potential in this untapped region, specifically Iraq, and was invited to embark on an inspiring journey to create a prosperous environment for young investors and startups to excel.
Eileen's experience, spanning over 20 years, showcases inclusive and all-embracing expertise, from working at tech companies in Silicon Valley to leading informative workshops worldwide. After working pro-bono and on short-term contracts for 10 years, Eileen had to change direction when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Unable to perform short-term work, the entrepreneurship advisor accepted an 18-month contract from the American University of Iraq-Sulaimani and began building the first tech accelerator in the country.
