About
As an immigrant from North Africa (Morocco) well immersed into Canada's tech ecosystem, I am passionate about helping newcomers in tech access the abundant resources available here to succeed. This is why I founded Scale Without Borders, one stop shop for newcomers in tech & entrepreneurship. Join the network (free) for access to all our resources and opportunities: https://scalewithoutborders.com.
Prior to jumping full-time in my startup, I was a Programs Manager at the DMZ (ranked #1 in the world) heading our Women Founders programs. In this role, I helped women tech entrepreneurs scale their startups into world class businesses that create global impact. I've worked closely with Canada's most promising tech startups. I have also spearheaded the creation and execution of the DMZ Women Founders Accelerator, which also included a curated trip to New York City where DMZ Women Founders secured investments, closed customer deals, and participated in Y-Combinator's Female Founders Conference, connecting with Silicon Valley's tech leaders. Additionally, I have organized women in tech events which brought together the community's tech leaders.
Prior to joining the DMZ, I was an early team member of iamsick.ca. As Senior Manager, Business Development & Accounts, I helped grow the startup and most meaningfully, we found a way to leverage our technology to help Syrian refugees & all newcomers navigate Canada’s complex healthcare system. This initiative I led was met with widespread media exposure, including coverage from Metro News, Tech Crunch, and Huffington Post.
I’ve worked in various countries including Brazil, Turkey, and Morocco. My degree is from the University of Toronto and the languages I speak fluently are French, English, and Arabic, with intermediate Spanish. When I’m not working, I’m either off exploring a corner in the world (often with my 8 year old nephew) or enjoying long runs in nature.
Experience
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Education
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- Graduated with Distinction; Politics, Sociology, and French Literature.
- International development internship in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
- Recipient of Student Initiative Grant, and International Student Award.
- Member of: United Nations Society, UNICEF, UNDP.
- Worked part-time in university's general fund as fundraiser and later promoted to supervisor. -
Licenses & Certifications
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United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Advocacy and Local Implementation Certificate
University of Toronto
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Volunteer Experience
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Volunteer
UNICEF Canada
Children
Organized events including fairs, campaigns and workshops to raise funds and awareness for worldwide underprivileged youth
Cultivated and developed relationships with partners and prospective partners -
Volunteer
Centre Redouane
Worked with children with special needs in Morocco
Conducted activities and organized educational trips -
Volunteer
Les enfants de la rue
Worked with children experiencing homelessness in Morocco
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Project Lead, International Development
AIESEC no Brasil
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Economic Empowerment
Worked with NGOs of Rio's favelas to conduct workshops on sustainability and entrepreneurship for youth empowerment.
Publications
Courses
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Canadian Politics
POL214Y1
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Comparative Political Sociology
SOC304H1
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Contemporary French Literature
FRE326H1
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Democracy, War, Peace
POL101Y1
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French Literary Theory
FRE344H1
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French Literature Analysis
FRE240H1
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Global Governance
POL343
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International Law
POL340Y1
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International Relations
POL208Y1
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Medieval French Literature
FRE318H1
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Political Theory
POL200Y1
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Quality Social Life
SOC362H1
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Quantitative Methods
SOC202H1
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Quantitative Reasoning
POL322H1
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Status Attainment
SOC304H1
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Structure of Modern French
FRE272H1
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Women in Politics
POL450H1
Honors & Awards
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Female Athlete of the Year
American School of Marrakech
Most Valuable Player (Women’s Varsity Soccer)
Track and Field First Place (3 Gold Medals) -
Graduate with Distinction
Université de Toronto
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Honors
American School of Marrakech
Languages
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English
Native or bilingual proficiency
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French
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Arabic
Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish
Professional working proficiency
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