Dr. Firouz Naderi Mentorship Program - KCIS Foundation

About the Program

We are excited to introduce the inauguration of a new mentorship initiative, paying tribute to the remarkable legacy of Dr. Firouz Naderi. Dr. Naderi was the first chairman of the board of directors at KCIS,an advisor to KCIS for over 20 years, and former director for Solar System Exploration at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory.

Renowned for his own mentorship efforts which have inspired and transformed the lives of many, Dr. Naderi’s profound belief in the power of mentorship is the heart of this program. It is our privilege to carry forward his spirit by launching this program dedicated to fostering meaningful connections and uplifting countless individuals.

Join us on this journey to Empower, Inspire, and Elevate.

Our Mentors

Hamed Amini, PhD

Co-founder & CEO

Kamak Ebadi, PhD

Robotics Technologist

Aram Hamidi

Machine Learning & Data Scientist

Sam Khoze, PhD

AI Technologist & Researcher

Leila Mansouri

Attorney and Iranian Diaspora Community Leader

Alireza Mehrzad

Entrepreneur, Founder & President

Elham Moore, PhD

President, CEO

Alen Takhsh

Principal Attorney

Arshya Vahabzadeh, PhD

Leader in Psychiatry, Innovation, and Medical Leadership

For Mentors

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For Mentees

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First Name*

Last Name*

Email Address*

Phone Number*

What drives you to seek a mentorship within this program?*

Describe your background, aspirations, and the areas in which you're seeking guidance.*

How much time can you allocate to engage with your mentor on a monthly basis?*

What specific skills, knowledge, or insights are you hoping to gain from a mentor?*

Have you participated in a mentorship program before? If yes, please share your previous experiences.*

What do you believe are the key qualities you bring to a mentorship relationship?*

Are there any particular challenges or obstacles you're facing that you hope a mentor could help you address?*

Have you identified a specific mentor from the list of our mentors with whom you would like to work?*

(Please note that mentor assignments are contingent on availability, and the mentor of your choice might not be accessible.)

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