Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA)
Maryam Hassani
About
A fellowship program that instills innovation in early childhood development (ECD) by empowering global startups to localize their solutions to the MENA region.
Strategy
The ECA invests in early childhood development startups, providing tiered financial and developmental support tailored to various growth stages. This strategy includes integrating funding with comprehensive mentorship, fostering industry partnerships, and employing precise metrics to assess impacts on early childhood outcomes. The focus is on promoting business models that are both sustainable and scalable, ensuring broad reach and effective implementation in the ECD sector.
Personal Bio
Maryam A. Hassani is the Head of Innovation at the Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority (ECA), where she leads the development and implementation of strategic innovation projects focused on the advancement of the early childhood development (ECD) space. Maryam is also the founder of an AI-native startup that helps software companies efficiently launch products, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality software as they grow.
