zeineb chabchoub

Entrepreneurial thinker and ecosystem developer with 7+ years fostering startup growth in emerging markets. Able to bring expertise in open innovation to help evolving companies scale through strategic planning and project implementation.

I have over 7 years of experience in startup ecosystem development, digital transformation, and economic growth in emerging markets. My journey includes:

• GIZ Tunisia Digital Transformation Center: Managed national startup support funds and led startup incubation and acceleration programs. Key achievements include designing projects that supported 60 startups expanding into regional markets, managing a €1.9M development fund that impacted 300+ startups, and leading initiatives like Coworkup 24 and Slush’D Djerba.
• Alien Dimension: Co-founded and directed a startup utilizing Augmented Reality for science education, from conceptualization to raising €150K in funding and managing a growing team. This role involved strategic direction, business development, and partnership building.
• Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute: As an MBA student consultant, developed a business plan and fundraising pitch for a climate-tech startup, conducting market research and refining market entry strategies.

• MBA, Entrepreneurship Emphasis | University of Utah (Expected May 2026): Focus on strategic planning, innovation management, and entrepreneurship.
• Master’s in Business Management (MBM), Finance | Mediterranean School of Business (July 2024): Specialization in financial analysis, project finance, and investment management.
• Bachelor’s in Software Engineering | INSA Tunis (July 2021): Strong technical foundation with an emphasis on software product management and digital solutions.